Ask The Lawyer

Halloween brings real risks, from kids darting into traffic to hidden extension cords and party guests who’ve been drinking. Cynthia Carels of Weir Bowen LLP break down what Alberta personal injury law looks at when someone gets hurt.

They cover trip and fall claims under the Occupiers’ Liability Act, contributory negligence, dog bites, and common injuries like concussions and wrist fractures. On the road, Cynthia explains drivers’ duty of care to pedestrians, what to do after a collision, and hit and run options under the Motor Vehicle Accident Claims Act, including SEF 44 coverage.

Ask the Lawyer is heard the last Saturday of the Month on CFWE North & CJWE South in Alberta, Canada. For more information visit www.weirbowen.com & cfweradio.ca. 

This month on Ask the Lawyer, Cynthia Carels and Edward Sanders break down what motorcycle and motor vehicle accident claims look like in Alberta when liability is contested and injuries continue to evolve. From why insurers often argue a rider contributed to the crash to why early evidence like witness accounts, scene details, and accident reconstruction matters so much, they walk through how a strong claim is built. 

The conversation also explores the realities of traumatic brain injury, concussion, and PTSD after a collision, along with the practical side of a claim, including Section B benefits, limitation periods, hit and run claims under the Motor Vehicle Accident Claims Act, and SEF 44 coverage. A grounded discussion to help you understand your rights and what to know after a serious crash. 

Ask the Lawyer is heard the last Saturday of the Month on CFWE North & CJWE South in Alberta, Canada. For more information visit www.weirbowen.com & cfweradio.ca. 

This month on Ask the Lawyer, Phil Kirman and Cynthia Carels break down how psychological and mental health injuries like PTSD, anxiety, and depression can reshape daily life long after a crash. From why trauma can disrupt memory to why comparing your recovery to someone else's can make things worse, they walk through what people often experience after a traumatic event and why a trauma-informed approach matters. 

The conversation also explores the legal side of these claims in Alberta, including when to call a lawyer, the duty to mitigate, why medical records matter, and what to consider with journaling and social media. A thoughtful discussion to help you navigate a claim involving mental health injuries and keep the focus on recovery. 

Ask the Lawyer is heard the last Saturday of the Month on CFWE North & CJWE South in Alberta, Canada. For more information visit www.weirbowen.com & cfweradio.ca. 

A child gets hurt at camp or in sport, and now you're facing a waiver and a stack of questions. Warren Berg talks with Cynthia Carels and Mark Miller of Weir Bowen LLP about who's really responsible, whether a signed waiver actually protects anyone, and the Alberta rules parents need to know, including strict deadlines for municipal claims and court approval for settlements involving minors. 

Ask the Lawyer is heard the last Saturday of the Month on CFWE North & CJWE South in Alberta, Canada. For more information visit www.weirbowen.com & cfweradio.ca

This month on Ask the Lawyer, Cynthia Carels and Connor Fletcher breakdown how personal injury damages actually work in Alberta. From how courts measure pain and suffering to why civil claims focus on compensation rather than punishment, they walk through how a case is built and what evidence really matters. 

The compensation also explores the practical side of a claim, including medical expenses, future care costs, lost wages, and future earning capacity. A practical discussion to help you better understand how compensation is calculated, what factors can affect your claim, and what to know before pursuing one. 

Ask the Lawyer is heard the last Saturday of the Month on CFWE North & CJWE South in Alberta, Canada. For more information visit www.weirbowen.com & cfweradio.ca. 

This month on Ask the Lawyer, Cynthia Carels and Toby Vickar break down the realities of anti-Indigenous racism in Canadian health care and what it means for patients, families, and the law. From how bias shapes triage and treatment decisions to why it remains a current patient safety issue, they walk through how discrimination can show up in medical records and medical malpractice claims.

The conversation also explores recent cases like the coroner's inquest into Heather Winterstein's death and well-known tragedies like Joyce Echaquan and Brian Sinclair, and why delayed or denied care can become a legal and clinical flashpoint. A practical discussion to help Alberta families better understand wrongful death claims, their rights under the Survival of Actions Act and the Fatal Accidents Act, and what steps to take when a loved one's death may have been preventable.

Ask the Lawyer is heard the last Saturday of the Month on CFWE North & CJWE South in Alberta, Canada. For more information visit www.weirbowen.com & cfweradio.ca. 

This month on Ask the Lawyer, Cynthia Carels and Ian Miller break down the realities of disability claims in Canada. From how disability insurance works to why claims are often denied, they walk through the key issues people face when they are unable to work. 

The conversation also explores mental health claims and "invisible disabilities" like chronic pain and fibromyalgia, and why these cases can be especially difficult to prove. A practical discussion to help you better understand your coverage, your rights, and what steps to take if your claim is challenged. 

Ask the Lawyer is heard the last Saturday of the Month on CFWE North & CJWE South in Alberta, Canada. For more information visit www.weirbowen.com & cfweradio.ca. 

This month on Ask the Lawyer, Cynthia Carels and Shelagh McGregor explore what happens when an Alberta resident is injured outside the province. From which laws apply to how insurance claims are handled, they break down key risks, common coverage gaps, and why travel medical claims are often denied. A practical discussion to help you plan ahead, protect your rights, and avoid costly surprises. 

Ask the Lawyer is heard the last Saturday of the Month on CFWE North & CJWE South in Alberta, Canada. For more information visit www.weirbowen.com & cfweradio.ca. 

This month on Ask the Lawyer, hosts Cynthia Carels and Caitlin Gerstel explain how Alberta law protects children injured in accidents, even when parents have signed permission forms or waivers. They break down why most pre-injury waivers don’t hold up, how limitations periods pause for minors, and what’s required to properly resolve a child’s claim. Tune in for a clear, practical discussion designed to help parents sign wisely, act early, and protect their child’s future.

Ask the Lawyer is heard the last Saturday of the Month on CFWE North & CJWE South in Alberta, Canada. For more information visit www.weirbowen.com & cfweradio.ca. 

This month on Ask the Lawyer, hosts Cynthia Carels and Mike McVey break down birth injury law in clear, plain language. They explain what counts as medical negligence, how informed consent really works, and why a signed consent form doesn’t waive your rights. From fetal heart monitoring and delivery decisions to missed hypoglycemia or jaundice, they walk through where preventable errors can occur and what proper care should look like. Tune in for a practical overview designed to help families understand their options when something may have gone wrong.

Ask the Lawyer is heard the last Saturday of the Month on CFWE North & CJWE South in Alberta, Canada. For more information visit www.weirbowen.com & cfweradio.ca.