Category Archives: Dispute Resolution

Mediation: A Warning Not to Bully a Client into Settlement

Posted on September 21, 2020 by Deanne Sowter

By: Deanne Sowter  PDF Version: Mediation: A Warning Not to Bully a Client into Settlement Case Commented On: Raichura v Jones, 2020 ABQB 139 If a lawyer fails to prepare his client for mediation, and bullies her into a settlement, a … Continue reading →

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Mandatory Dispute Resolution Coming Back to Alberta, But What About Domestic Violence Cases?

Posted on August 30, 2019 by Jennifer Koshan

By: Jennifer Koshan, Janet Mosher and Wanda Wiegers PDF Version: Mandatory Dispute Resolution Coming Back to Alberta, But What About Domestic Violence Cases? Matter Commented On: Court of Queen’s Bench of Alberta, Notice to the Profession & Public – Enforcement of … Continue reading →

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Ontario’s Review of Family and Civil Legislation, Regulations, and Processes: The Need to Prioritize Domestic Violence

Posted on August 9, 2019 by Janet Mosher

By: Janet Mosher, Jennifer Koshan and Wanda Wiegers PDF Version: Ontario’s Review of Family and Civil Legislation, Regulations, and Processes: The Need to Prioritize Domestic Violence Matter Commented On: Ontario Ministry of the Attorney General, Review of Family and Civil … Continue reading →

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Umpires: Qualifications, etc.

Posted on August 12, 2009 by Jonnette Watson Hamilton

Cases Considered: Matti v. Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company, 2009 ABQB 451 PDF version:  Umpires: Qualifications, etc. This is a post about insurance, not baseball. Umpires decide certain types of financial disputes between property owners and insurance companies in particular circumstances. Insurance … Continue reading →

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