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It is important to understand that claims involving defamation, assault, or the newer tort of intimate partner violence are distinct civil claims. They do not originate under the federal Divorce Act, Alberta’s Family Law Act, or the Family Property Act.

In Alberta, courts have confirmed that these tort claims must be pleaded separately through a civil Statement of Claim. While they may stem from the same relationship breakdown, their legal tests, evidentiary rules, and ultimate purposes—compensating a civil wrong rather than dividing property or arranging support—remain entirely separate.

Explore how Alberta courts navigate this distinction: https://ow.ly/BkQR50ZoYFs

Alberta Family Law and Intimate Partner Violence Claims Alberta Court declines to consolidate family law, defamation and IPV tort claims, highlighting separate legal paths after separation.

Rural land ownership in Alberta presents a distinct set of legal complexities that differ significantly from urban real estate.

From boundary line discrepancies and access easements to multi-generational succession conflicts, disputes involving farms and family homesteads require proactive risk management.

Our latest blog explores the common legal friction points facing rural landowners and outlines the strategies essential to protecting agricultural assets: https://ow.ly/tGR950Znto6

Rural Property Disputes in Alberta | Farms & Acreages Rural property disputes in Alberta can involve farms, acreages, access, boundaries, estates, sales, and co-ownership.

Today, we celebrate Canada's past, its vibrant present, and look forward to a bright future for all who live here.

Wishing our clients, colleagues, and friends a wonderful Canada Day!

Clear, objective workplace documentation is one of an organization's best safeguards against legal disputes. In a recent ruling, the Alberta Human Rights Tribunal highlighted how a lack of prior performance warnings, combined with a sudden termination following a mental health leave request, can establish a connection to discrimination.

For both employers and employees, maintaining written records of accommodation requests, medical notes, and performance evaluations is essential. Discover why process and documentation matter in Alberta employment law:

https://ow.ly/QAZS50ZbNOv

Mental Health Leave and Termination in Alberta Employment Law Alberta Tribunal awards $20,000 after employee is fired following a mental health leave request. Learn key workplace accommodation lessons.