September 2009 archive
Posted on Thu, 16 Jul 2009
The term “Estate Planning” is a very broad and all-encompassing term that can mean just about anything these days. At its most basic, Estate Planning in most people’s eyes usually means preparing a Will, but that is just the tip of the iceberg.
Much talk has been given of late to what people call “Living Wills.” In Alberta, there is no such thing as a “Living Will,” but, for all intents ...
Posted by Administrator on Tue, 15 Sep 2009
In 2004, Alberta engaged in some aggressive insurance reforms with an aim to, among other things, reduce insurance premiums by limiting claim payouts. This resulted in the introduction of a “cap” on soft-tissue injuries in Alberta. Injuries falling within the purview of the “cap” would be limited to a maximum recovery of $4,000.00. This cap was also to increase with inflation each year, and it currently sits at approximately $4,500.00.
In ...
Posted by Administrator on Tue, 15 Sep 2009