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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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62028.06This paper reviews 8 clauses that aren’t commonly found in Alberta wills, but that should be considered during estate planning discussions and drafting. The estate planning provisions discussed include: digital assets; evidence of inability to act; definition of grandchild; personal property; advances; joint assets; statement of intention; and real property interests. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Drafting Wills and Trusts program held in Edmonton on February 28, 2017 and in Calgary on March 7, 2017.
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62371.01This paper addresses aspects of the Alberta Child, Youth, and Family Enhancement Act (CYFEA), including the responsibilities of the Ministry of Child and Family Services and the Director, the roles of Family and Surrogate Court Litigation (FASCL) and Court Coordinators, principles that guide the interpretation and administration of the CYFEA, agreements with the Director, supervision orders, apprehension orders, temporary guardianship orders (TGOs) and permanent guardianship orders (PGOs), private guardianship, administrative reviews, and pertinent forms. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Child Protection Issues in Family Law Matters program on January 19, 2024.
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62000.06Until very recently, there was no common law right to privacy in Canada. Now, some jurisdictions in Canada recognize such a right, while others refuse. Although Alberta has yet to clearly recognize a common law right to privacy, the author submits that it is only a matter of time. This paper examines the development of a common law right to privacy, and discusses the general cause of action, including damages. The author discusses developments in the UK, United States, British Columbia, Alberta, and Nova Scotia. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s 2016 Privacy Update program.
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OC-62058-05In 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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62406.01These materials provide a comprehensive overview of the legal assistant’s role in preparing for trial, from the preparation and filing of commencement pleadings to the creation and use of trial materials. Each stage demands meticulous attention to detail and adherence to the relevant practice notes, directions, and Rules of Court. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Family Law for Legal Support Staff program in Edmonton on June 6, 2024.
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OC-62406-2Understanding the intricacies of trial preparation is essential for effectively assisting lawyers in representing their clients. Explore a legal assistant’s role in preparing for trial, from the preparation and filing of commencement pleadings to the creation and use of trial materials. Each stage demands meticulous attention to detail and adherence to the relevant practice notes, directions, and Rules of Court. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Family Law for Legal Support Staff on June 6, 2024. Total running time is 35 minutes.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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62061.07This paper focuses on the interplay of constitutional law and the environment. It discusses recognizing a constitutionalized right to a healthy environment, and provides an introduction to what such a right might entail and the impact it could have if it were to be adopted. It also includes a discussion of why constitutional protection of the environment matters, with references to foreign examples. In addition, the paper proposes potential avenues for the right to a healthy environment to become a recognized protection in the Constitution. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Canada 150 — Constitutional Law Symposium in Edmonton on October 27, 2017.
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62044.03Legal proceedings that involve self-represented parties bring unique challenges. This paper addresses how to effectively engage with self-represented litigants in foreclosure proceedings. It discusses privacy issues, considerations when advising self-represented litigants, and common concerns and responses of self-represented litigants. It also provides case law examples that may be relied on when dealing with parties taking advantage of their self-represented litigant status. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Foreclosure Fundamentals seminar in Edmonton on May 18, 2017 and in Calgary on May 23, 2017.
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61996.02Advising clients buying new condominiums in Alberta requires knowledge of current legislative schemes and their practical effects. This paper identifies those key legislative schemes and highlights un-proclaimed amendments. There is particular focus on how changes to the Condominium Property Act, RSA 2000, c C-22 may affect the condominium warranty program. In addition, there are practice points that indicate how changes to the condominium warranty program may affect clients and how to best advise your clients. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s 49th Annual Refresher: Real Estate program from April 24 – 26, 2016.
