Hudye Inc. v. Rosowsky – the risks of preparing (and relying on) notes for a questioning
The recent decision of the Honourable Mr. Justice M. D. Gates of the Court of Queen’s Bench of Alberta in Hudye Inc v Rosowsky, 2016 ABQB 724, serves as a caution to civil litigants seeking to prevent disclosure of privileged…
Improving Access To Justice in Shareholder Oppression Matters
The issue of access to justice has long faced the legal system. The traditional litigation model, with the Trial and its lengthy pre-trial procedures, coupled with the cost of legal fees, has made the pursuit of a judicial determination of…
It Is Hard To Recover Legal Costs. But Not Impossible.
A common theme when meeting with a client about to start, or be drawn into, litigation is the client’s concern over the recovery of legal fees. A plaintiff who believes he or she has been wronged thinks it is only…
Access to Justice From A Corporate Perspective
Access to justice is an important issue facing the legal system today. The cost, length and complexity of legal proceedings can prevent people from seeking justice from the Courts. Not only can this lead to injustices on the personal level…
Mental Distress Damages from Breach Of Disability Contracts
The aim of this article is to explain the development and expansion of mental distress as a head of damage under a breach of a contract action. The mental distress head of damage has come a long way in the…
