Does A Plaintiff’s Illegal Act Prevent A Claim For Compensation For Personal Injury?
There is a Latin legal maxim, ex turpi causa non oritur actio, that means that no action can arise from an illegal or immoral act. Read More
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How Does Not Wearing A Seat Belt Impact Personal Injury Claims?
We are told as children that the key to avoiding serious injury in a car accident is to wear our seat belts. It… Read More
Pre-Existing Injuries and the Thin Skull Rule
The symptoms, limitations and overall impact of an injury will vary significantly from one person to the next. This is particularly apparent when a person… Read More
Mitigating Your Losses As A Personal Injury Plaintiff
Those who have suffered a serious physical injury due to someone else’s actions may be eligible for compensation. If the other person is… Read More
Damages for “Pain and Suffering” in a Personal Injury Claim
Individuals involved in a car accident can quickly flip their lives upside down. Injuries may be immediate or can begin to ensue in… Read More
Cuming & Gillespie Partners Named as Top-Rated Personal Injury/Medical Negligence Lawyers in 2023 Lexpert® Directory
Cuming & Gillespie is proud to announce that its partners, Craig Gillespie and Maia Tomljanovic, have been ranked as top Alberta personal injury lawyers… Read More
What You Need To Know About Non-Pecuniary Damages
You may be entitled to compensation if you have been injured and someone else is legally to blame. Whether through a slip and fall,… Read More
Obstetrician Failed to Obtain Mother’s Informed Consent Before Proceeding with Mid-Forceps Delivery
Before performing a procedure, a doctor must advise a patient of the potential risks and alternatives to a procedure and must obtain a patient’s… Read More
The Dangers Of Distracted Driving
Distracted drivers are more likely to be involved in an accident than those paying attention to the road. Those that operate a vehicle while distracted… Read More
What You Need To Know About Snow And Ice Slip And Fall Claims
Although slip and fall accidents happen year-round, winter can be a particularly bad time with the added threat posed by snow and ice on… Read More
