Alberta Personal Injury News

The Courage Gala in support of Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital Returns! Join us on April 14, 2023.

April 4, 2023

At CAM LLP Injury Lawyers, we are inspired by the courage of our clients as they move through their journeys to recovery. As lawyers who act for injured people, we are committed to helping injured Albertans get the resources and access to rehabilitation that they need to move forward.

If you or a loved one are dealing with a life-changing injury, know you are not alone. In Edmonton, we are fortunate to have places like the Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital that are devoted to supporting your recovery.

Glenrose Hospital is the only free-standing, comprehensive tertiary rehabilitation hospital in Alberta, serving patients of all ages who require complex rehabilitation to enable them to participate in life to the fullest. Continue reading

Find the Right Personal Injury Lawyer for a Serious Injury Claim

March 21, 2023

The adage “accidents happen” unfortunately rings true: without warning and when you least expect it, you or a loved one may find yourselves faced with injuries, financial loss, and other consequences flowing from a motor vehicle collision, a slip and fall, or other accident caused by someone else’s negligence.

Your immediate need in these situations is for medical care and support to help you with your physical recovery, particularly if your accident was a serious one. At the same time, there will be other issues to deal with – insurance claims, for example, as well as determinations of liability for the accident, and financial compensation that you may be owed for injuries that it caused. Continue reading

Bill Hendsbee, K.C. starts term as Law Society of Alberta president

March 17, 2023

At Cummings Andrews Mackay LLP, we are proud to announce that effective February 23, 2023, our partner, Bill Hendsbee, KC, was appointed President of the Law Society of Alberta (LSA) for the 2023–2024 term.

Bill has been a consistent and enthusiastic contributor to efforts that support and improve the legal profession throughout his career, including being an active member of the LSA since 2018.

As he said, upon accepting the symbolic passing of the torch in February:

“Everyone at the Bencher table is here because we care and want to make a difference – I’m looking forward to leading these efforts.

CAM LLP: 10 years recognized as Edmonton’s Top Choice Injury Law Firm!

January 20, 2023

We are pleased to announce that our firm has been voted Edmonton’s Top Injury Law Firm in the 2023 Top Choice Awards ™ .

This marks the 10th consecutive year we have been recognized for our work as personal injury lawyers and we will continue our commitment to helping injured people get the fair compensation they deserve.

It is an honour to serve the people of Edmonton and its surrounding communities. Thank you for choosing us as Edmonton’s Top Choice Injury Law Firm 2023 winner!

Personal Injury Settlements: Things You Should Know

January 17, 2023

If you have been in an accident and are considering pursuing a claim against the person responsible for your injuries, you may be anticipating a courtroom trial. In reality, most lawsuits arising from accidents are resolved through settlement negotiations.

Settlements offer several advantages over proceeding to a trial. They result from a negotiation process, usually with the assistance of experienced legal counsel, after both parties have gathered all of the necessary evidence to allow them to assess the strength of their case. Below are answers to some commonly asked questions about accident claim settlements.

Why should I settle instead of going to court?

CAM LLP welcomes Justine T. Lee to the partnership

January 3, 2023

The firm is delighted to announce that Justine Lee has joined the partnership effective January 1, 2023.

Like all our lawyers, Justine focuses on representing plaintiffs in a wide range of personal injury claims. She has significant knowledge of how insurance companies assess and value injury claims and what needs to be done to put the best case forward for her clients.

Justine’s ability as an advocate and negotiator is well-recognized in the legal profession, and she has been recognized in Best Lawyers in Canada since 2021 for her work on behalf of plaintiffs in personal injury litigation.

In addition to the care and compassion that Justine shows her clients, she is a strong advocate for local organizations that support the firm’s clients. Continue reading