Real Estate Law: Stillman LLP ensures affordable and smooth transaction In Alberta, Canada, the laws concerning real estate are primarily governed by the Real Estate Act, the Residential Tenancies Act, and the Landlord and Tenant [...]
In a ruling with wide-ranging implications for privacy law in Canada, the Alberta Court of King’s Bench has declared parts of Alberta’s private-sector privacy legislation unconstitutional in Clearview AI Inc v Alberta (Information and Privacy [...]
When a lawsuit is filed, the stakes are high for both parties. For defendants, the financial risks can be particularly daunting, especially if the plaintiff lacks the means to pay costs if their claim is [...]
If you have suffered a personal injury, there are several steps you need to take in order to achieve the best probability of securing appropriate compensation. First and foremost, seek medical attention to address your [...]
A shareholder dispute is a disagreement between shareholders of a company regarding the management or operations of the company. It can involve issues such as control of the board of directors, distribution of profits, management [...]
The streamlined trial process took effect on January 1, 2024. This process was designed to make civil litigation in Alberta more efficient, accessible, and cost-effective. However, nearly a year into its implementation, the rollout of [...]
If you have been left out of a Will or have not been left with adequate support when a loved one passes away, you may have the right to commence a Family Maintenance and Support [...]
Streamlined Trials have replaced the old Summary Trial process as of January 2024. Similarly to the Summary Trial process, the Streamlined Trial process is for matters that can be fairly and justly resolved with primarily [...]
Why Estate Planning is Essential for Everyone Estate planning is not just for the wealthy or elderly—it's something every Edmontonian should consider, no matter their stage of life. Whether you have recently purchased a home, [...]
Amendments to the Land Titles Act[1] coming into force on October 20, 2024, will significantly increase the fees paid to register transfers of land and mortgages in Alberta. The existing tariff requires registrants to pay [...]
