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  • OC-62359
    Ever wish you could go back and give advice to your younger self? Gain the knowledge and insights of an experienced litigator with this retrospective exploration of the top things a litigation practitioner wished he knew early on in his career. This presentation is intended for lawyers in their early years of practice, or internationally trained lawyers starting out their practice in Alberta. This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a live webinar on September 14, 2023. Total running time is 1 hour, 4 minutes.
  • 62361.01
    Wrongful death claims are very similar to personal injury claims in terms of how they are litigated. However, as they are largely governed by the Alberta Fatal Accidents Act (FAA), there are a few peculiarities that arise in these cases, of which one should be aware. This paper explores the fundamentals of this legislation and considers recent case law interpreting the FAA. This paper was presented at LESA’s Litigating Fatal Accidents Act Claims: A Primer webinar on September 21, 2023.
  • OC-62361
    Wrongful death claims are very similar to personal injury claims in terms of how they are litigated. However, as they are largely governed by the Alberta Fatal Accidents Act (FAA), there are a few peculiarities that arise in these cases, of which one should be aware. This presentation explores the fundamentals of this legislation and considers recent case law interpreting the FAA. This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a live webinar on September 21, 2023. Total running time is 37 minutes.
  • OC-62123-03
    This presentation discusses post judgment steps in an action. Topics discussed include judgment limitation, writs of enforcement, registrations with the Personal Property Registry and Land Titles Registry, demand letters, garnishment, seizure, and more. Legislation excerpts and form precedents are included as appendices. A bonus video is included. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program in January 2019.
  • OC-62123-02
    This presentation examines creditor remedies that are available prior to obtaining judgment against a debtor. It reviews attachment orders and distress seizures, including a landlord’s right of distress, seizure under security agreements, and statutory distress. It also discusses the distribution of proceeds. A bonus video is included. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program in January 2019.
  • OC-62123-01
    This presentation provides tips for dealing with civil enforcement agencies. It discusses types of enforcement and what bailiffs need before they can act. It includes letter of instruction precedents and summaries of various enforcement steps. A bonus video is included. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program in January 2019.
  • OC-62058-06
    In this presentation, Thomas Gusa provides a checklist of concepts and steps to be considered when acting for a creditor of an insolvent debtor. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program in October 2017.
  • OC-62058-05
    In this presentation, Walker Macleod compares debtor in possession restructuring in Canad and the United States. Specifically, he explores the differences in legislation as well as differences in principle, namely, critical lenders and debtor releases. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program in October 2017.
  • OC-62058-04
    In this presentation, Stephanie Wanke gives an overview of debtor-in-possession restructuring under the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement and proposals under Division I of the Bankruptcy Insolvency Act. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program in October 2017.
  • OC-62058-03
    In this presentation, Alexander Mosaico provides practical tips for lawyers with minimal bankruptcy experience.  The presentation gives an introduction to the law and procedure around claims that survive bankruptcy under s 178(1) of the Bankruptcy Insolvency Act (BIA), opposition to a bankrupt’s discharge under ss 172.1, 173 of the BIA, and the stay of proceedings under s 69.3 of the BIA.
    This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program in October 2017.
  • OC-62058-02
    In this presentation, Glenn Steiner provides an overview of insolvency basics, including: what constitutes insolvency and a licensed insolvency trustee, who a trustee represents, why a licensed insolvency trustee is important, and how the code of ethics informs considerations in this context. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program in October 2017.
  • OC-62058-01
    In this presentation, Brian Summers discusses relevant case law and legislation, as well as practical and ethical considerations for protecting an insolvent client's income and assets. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program in October 2017.