Factors That Influence the Amount of a Personal Injury Settlement


March 9, 2026

If you have been injured in an accident and the time is approaching to begin settlement discussions with the other party, a natural question to ask is how much you might receive as a damage award. There are many different considerations that will come into play when you receive compensation for your injuries.

Why Settle?

A settlement is a negotiated agreement between the parties involved in the accident. Working with your lawyer, the goal is to come to an agreement with the defendant’s insurance company and their lawyer as to how much they will pay you as compensation for your injuries. Continue reading

Alberta Minor Injury Cap – Update 2026


February 13, 2026

The Superintendent of Insurance Interpretation Bulletin 05-2025 confirms the annual increase in the Minor Injury Cap; the amount for non-pecuniary damages for minor injuries sustained in car accidents in Alberta.

Effective January 1, 2026, the maximum minor injury amount of $6,182 will be increased by 2%, to $6,306. The new amount is applicable to minor injuries resulting from automobile accidents that occur in Alberta on or after January 1, 2026.

Does the move to No-fault affect the Minor Injury Cap?

The Alberta government is still intending to move to a no-fault system effective January 1, 2027. This does not affect the minor injury cap for 2026. Continue reading

What Evidence Will I Need for my Personal Injury Lawsuit?


February 4, 2026

By Justine Lee.

Good evidence is the backbone of every legal case, and a necessary ingredient for a court to be able to perform its task of deciding whether to grant a plaintiff’s claim. To advance your personal injury claim, there are several types of evidence that your lawyer will work with you to collect to advance your insurance claim, or in preparation for mediation or trial.

What is “evidence”?

Evidence is information used to prove facts; a fact is something that we know to be true. When you are in a lawsuit, you are going to make allegations about facts and circumstances to establish what happened to you and the injuries you sustained. Continue reading

Cost of Future Care: What’s Included?


December 17, 2025
Posted in Damages
Author: Christine Felix

If you are injured in an accident and start a lawsuit to recover compensation for your losses, there are several different types of damages that you may be able  to claim. An important category of damages is the cost of future care that may be required to help you deal with your injuries. This article will help you understand what is included under the heading of cost of future care, and how the amount of this type of claim is assessed.

What is included in a cost of future care claim?

If you have suffered serious or disabling injuries, you may require specialized ongoing medical care and attention for a period of time or permanently to assist you. Continue reading

Alberta Personal Injury Limitation Period: How Long Do You Have to Sue?


November 18, 2025

If you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident, there are likely many concerns weighing on you: dealing with pain, recovering from injuries, and managing your bills and household. Starting a lawsuit probably isn’t the first thing on your mind, but it is critical that you don’t wait too long before taking legal action—because under the laws of Alberta, you have a time-limited right to decide whether to sue.

What is a Limitation Period?

A plaintiff does not have an unlimited right for the rest of their life to start a lawsuit; there is a statutory deadline by which you must take legal action. Continue reading

Our team is ranked Tier 1 – Edmonton in the Best Law Firms™ – Canada (2026 Edition)


October 31, 2025

CAM LLP is honoured to be recognized in the Best Law Firms™ – Canada (2026 Edition), ranked by Best Lawyers®. We received a Tier 1 ranking in Edmonton for our Personal Injury Litigation work. This distinction signifies our firm’s leadership and reputation in our primary practice area.

Only the top 3% of firms receive regional honours. We are proud to be counted among the top-tier legal talent in personal injury law, and we remain steadfast in our commitment to our clients’ well-being.

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