This article explores the gaps in Alberta's privacy laws and the potential for courts to recognize new civil privacy torts to address breaches between individuals.

At the end of December, John will be saying goodbye to SVR to enjoy some time away from private practice.

The bill includes several substantial updates to the existing condominium legislation.

SVR ranked a Tier 1 firm in Calgary by Best Lawyers for insurance law, personal injury litigation, and product liability.

This case adds to the jurisprudence surrounding rule 4.33 drop dead applications, making clearer what, and what does not, constitute a significant advance.

Trotter and Morton Limited v Biegel, 2024 ABCA 312 is a case of interest with respect to what factual issues can be dealt with on summary judgment versus what requires a trial.

SVR enjoyed an incredible evening at the Calgary International Film Festival celebrating CIFF’s 25th anniversary but also our own 20 years as a proud CIFF sponsor. 🎉

Thanks to generous donations from local businesses and our own team, we’re proud to have raised $2,850 for Skipping Stone.

Congratulations to our former Articling Student, and newest Associate, Chloe Campbell, on her call to the Alberta Bar.

Defamation is a growing issue in condo communities. This article explores how defamation occurs and offers practical advice on prevention and resolution to maintain a respectful community.

The Investment Canada Act (ICA) mandates that non-Canadians must notify or apply for a review by the Canadian government when they establish a new business or acquire control of an existing one in Canada.

Any construction contracts entered into prior to August 29, 2022 that are scheduled to remain in effect for longer than two years after August 29, 2022, must be amended to comply with the new Prompt Payment and Construction Lien Act.

This case serves as a cautionary tale to insurers and as a reminder of their duty of good faith.

Norris v Vomacka represents the first opportunity for the Alberta Courts to consider the new “three-expert rule” implemented by Bill 41.

Following the ruling in Artindale-Eeles v Mercer, 2024 ABKB 233, credibility continues to be a significant factor in subjective chronic pain cases.

The recent medical malpractice case of Khaleel v. Indar, 2024 ABKB 203, acts as a good reminder in respect of costs and Calderbank Offers.

The Russell v Russell case has implications for insurance law in relation to the assessment of contributory negligence for failing to wear a seatbelt, and for damage assessments generally.

Commonly used capital raising prospectus exemptions relied upon by businesses under Alberta securities law.

Pratt v West Coast Reduction Ltd. (Head Office), 2023 AHRC 97 exemplifies the trend toward higher general damages awards for human rights violations.

SVR Lawyers is please to announce that Noah Hodgson joined the firm’s partnership on January 1, 2024.  

In Plante v Darling the Court found that the Administrator was not entitled to immunity from liability by virtue of Mr. Plante’s claim being filed out of time.

In Pederson v. Allstate Insurance Company of Canada, 2023 ABKB 198, the vehicle owner alleged the vehicle was stolen prior to the accident.

Babiuk v Heap, 2023 ABKB 410 features a dismissal of a personal injury claim pursuant to Rule 4.31 and Rule 4.33 of the Alberta Rules of Court.

SVR was delighted to sponsor the Calgary International Film Festival.

SVR marked the end of an era with a retirement party for our COO, Hyacinth Dourado.

On September 21st we hosted our first K.C. Dinner Pre-Party.

We are very pleased to welcome litigation lawyers Lindsay Kvellestad, Zoë Botting and Taran Dhanda-Sidhu to our team.

Congratulations to SVR’s Alan Rudakoff KC and Dionne Levesque who were both recognized for their outstanding work in the recently released Best Lawyers Canada 2024 guide.

As of August 1, 2023, major changes regarding action limits and costs in the Alberta Court of Justice will take effect. Most notably, the limit for small claims has increased from $50,000 to $100,000.