In any automobile accident involving personal injuries, a claimant, even one who is at fault in a collision, is potentially entitled to section B disability and medical benefits. The purpose of this brief article is to highlight what benefits are payable. It is important to note that these benefits are above and beyond what is… Continue Reading
We are proud to announce that Assiff Law has been selected as the 2018 Consumer Choice Award winner in the category of Lawyer – Personal Injury for Northern Alberta. Recognized for our our service quality and value, we were selected from over 100 law firms in the Northern Alberta region. Continue Reading
The SEF 44 Endorsement provides you, as well as your dependent family members, with excess insurance to cover any damages sustained in a motor vehicle accident in excess of $200,000, up to your own policy limits. In effect, it provides you with coverage up to the maximum of your own policy limits, whatever that may be. If you have the exact same amount of coverage as the other person involved in a collision, the Family Protection Endorsement is not activated. Continue Reading
Experts say that looking at a text message takes an average of four seconds, which translates to looking away from the road the entire length of a football field when driving 50 mph. Continue Reading
It is always fun and exciting to ride a motorcycle in Alberta. However, motorcycles pose serious threats to the riders if they fail to take the necessary precautions to avoid accidents. The results of a motorcycle accident can be damaging, and the injuries can last a lifetime. This guide will reveal what steps riders need to take to avoid an accident. Continue Reading
The Assiff Team was proud to participate in this year’s Color Me Rad 5K Run. Assiff Team: Before the Race Assiff Team: After the Race Continue Reading
Introduction: The measure of damages in tort is supposed to be one that places the injured plaintiff back in the position he or she would have been in, had the negligence not occurred. This is certainly not the case in Alberta for victims of negligent or impaired drivers. In fact, the best one can hope… Continue Reading
The Superintendent recently approved changes to all prescribed Accident Benefit (AB) and Minor Injury (MI) forms applicable to Alberta automobile insurance Accident Benefits (including DTPR) claims and Certified Examinations. Continue Reading
Can the benefits you receive from the government, your employment, or another form of wage replacement program be deducted from your loss of income claim?
Can you be compensated for having to use your sick time to attend medical appointments? Continue Reading
We are happy to have been part of the Defying Limitations Gala, an event aimed at raising funds for The Brain Care Centre. Brain injury can lead to serious changes in a person’s life. Continue Reading
