Who Pays Legal Fees When You Sue Someone in Alberta?
Who Pays Legal Fees When You Sue Someone in Alberta? Short answer: in Alberta, the losing party may be ordered to pay some of the winning party’s legal costs — but usually not all of them. This means two things. If you win, you may recover part of your legal costs from the other side. […]
Can You Sue a Contractor for Bad or Unfinished Work in Alberta?
Can You Sue a Contractor for Bad or Unfinished Work in Alberta? Short answer: yes, you may be able to sue a contractor in Alberta for bad work, unfinished work, defective repairs, overbilling or abandoning the job. But not every disappointing renovation becomes a lawsuit. The key questions are usually: what the contractor agreed to […]
Can You Sue Someone for Defamation in Alberta?
Can You Sue Someone for Defamation in Alberta? Short answer: yes, you can sue someone for defamation in Alberta if they published a statement about you that would tend to harm your reputation. But not every insult, negative review, rumour or online post is defamation. A defamation claim usually depends on what was said, whether […]
How Do You Collect a Judgment in Alberta?
How Do You Collect a Judgment in Alberta? Short answer: winning in court does not automatically mean you get paid. If someone does not voluntarily pay a judgment in Alberta, the successful party may need to take enforcement steps. Those steps can include registering a writ of enforcement, garnishing wages or bank accounts, seizing property, […]
Small Claims Court Alberta: How Does It Work and How Much Can You Sue For?
Small Claims Court Alberta: How Does It Work and How Much Can You Sue For? Short answer: in Alberta, “Small Claims Court” usually refers to the Alberta Court of Justice Civil Division. As of the current Alberta Court of Justice materials referenced, the Civil Division can generally hear civil claims for up to $100,000, plus […]
How Much Does It Cost to Sue Someone in Alberta?
How Much Does It Cost to Sue Someone in Alberta? Short answer: it depends on the court, the type of claim, the amount at stake, the evidence needed and how far the case goes. A simple unpaid invoice claim may cost relatively little to start. A complex lawsuit involving experts, multiple parties, document production, questioning, […]
What Does an Easement or Utility Right-of-Way on Your Property Title Mean in Alberta?
What Does an Easement or Utility Right-of-Way on Your Property Title Mean in Alberta? Short answer: an easement or utility right-of-way on title means someone else has a legal right affecting part of your land. That does not necessarily mean there is a problem. Many Alberta properties have easements or utility rights-of-way registered on title. […]
What Happens If an Old Mortgage Is Still Registered on Title When You Buy a House in Alberta?
What Happens If an Old Mortgage Is Still Registered on Title When You Buy a House in Alberta? Short Answer An old mortgage still registered on title should not be ignored. It may have been paid out but never discharged, or it may still secure an outstanding debt. Before closing, the buyer’s lawyer should determine […]
Can You Sue Someone for Breach of Contract in Alberta?
Can You Sue Someone for Breach of Contract in Alberta? Short answer: yes, you can sue someone for breach of contract in Alberta if there was a valid agreement, the other party failed to do what they promised, and you suffered a loss or are entitled to a legal remedy. But not every broken promise […]
Someone Is Suing Me in Alberta — What Should I Do?
Someone Is Suing Me in Alberta — What Should I Do? Short answer: do not ignore it. If you have been served with a lawsuit in Alberta, there are usually deadlines to respond. If you miss them, the other side may be able to take steps toward default judgment, which can result in a court […]