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62314.04Attempting to pierce the corporate veil can be risky. This paper explores the history of piercing the corporate veil and some key considerations that lawyers should keep in mind when they contemplate doing so. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Directors and Officers: Duties, Liabilities, Coverages program in Edmonton on January 26, 2023.
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OC-62212-10Price range: $95.00 through $445.00Discover tips for civil litigators using case law references and examples. This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a webinar as part of our Civil Litigation Series on April 20, 2021. Total running time is 52 minutes.Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62212-6In this on-demand program, our presenters discuss the ways litigators can prove facts in court. This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a webinar as part of our Civil Litigation Series on March 3, 2021. Total running time is 1 hour, 7 minutes.Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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61922.05This paper focuses on the many ways of proving facts in court. It summarizes those ways, providing details on using each, for instance: by consent, through live testimony, by affidavit, through transcripts of questioning or written questions, and by other means. It then provides guidance on choosing a proper method of proof based on one’s goals and considerations.This paper was presented as part of LESA’s Evidence Law Refresher in November and December 2014.
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62212.05This detailed list provides a summary of legislative and jurisprudential authorities about how to establish facts in civil litigation matters and includes specific references to the Rules of Court and pinpointed sections in various Acts. The materials also identify strategies to help litigators choose which method of proof they should employ. This paper was presented at LESA’s Civil Litigation Series webinar on March 3, 2021.
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62005.03Recent case law has considered the extent of insolvency legislation’s rehabilitative power. This paper examines the impact of recent decisions from the Supreme Court of Canada, suggesting that an individual found guilty of professional misconduct can likely avoid fines and costs imposed by a professional regulatory body by making use of insolvency proceedings. Key cases are outlined in the author’s analysis: 407 ETR Concession Co v Canada (Superintendent of Bankruptcy), 2015 SCC 52; Alberta (Attorney General) v Moloney, 2015 SCC 51; KPMG Inc v Alberta Dental Association, 2005 ABCA 101. Further, limitations imposed by the legal system on the degree to which insolvency can impede a professional regulator’s powers are discussed, with consideration given to internal mechanisms in insolvency law, as well as the constitutional division of powers. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s 2015 The Constitution in the Insolvency Tool Box program.
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62270.01Exploring case law, legislation, and ethical obligations, and applying years of personal experience, this paper gives tips, considerations, and solutions to help lawyers develop sound practice habits, This paper was presented at LESA’s 7 Tips for a Successful Personal Injury Practice webinar on March 11, 2022.
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OC-62270Discuss key tips to keep you at your best in your personal injury practice. This on-demand program originally broadcast on March 11, 2022. Total running time is 58 minutes.Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62058-05Price range: $95.00 through $445.00In 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.Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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61838.01In this paper, the author discusses the impact of the recent decision of Sparrowhawk v Zapoltinsky, 2012 ABQB 34 [Sparrowhawk] on minor injury claims. He suggests that while Sparrowhawk is regarded as a groundbreaking decision for plaintiff’s counsel, it is seen as merely persuasive but non-binding from the perspective of defendant’s counsel. The author also discusses the issue of videotaping certified medical examinations and provides an update on quantum. A must-read resource if you have questions about the minor injury cap. This paper was drawn from materials presented at the Personal Injury and Insurance Update program held in May 2012.
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61923.01This paper provides an in-depth discussion of four basic concepts related to preparing for and appearing at your first trial: how to develop a theory and theme for your case, the basic evidentiary principles that apply when proving your case, the order of events at trial, and proper courtroom etiquette. This paper was presented at the Running Your First Trial program held in January and February 2015.
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OC-62058-01In 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.Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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