It’s the first day of summer! As you gear up for all the fun trips and activities you can do in the warm weather, make sure that your automobile insurance is prepared to keep you safe before you hit the road.

Thanks to everyone who came out to our “Good Relationships with Assistants” Webinar! The topics ranged from what assistants can or can’t do, not being afraid to ask questions, to finding your delegating arm. It was a great hour, with lots of learning and sharing. #lawyers #CPD

Happy Canada Day! On this day, we want to acknowledge the Indigenous peoples of Canada. While Canada Day is popularly a day of pride and celebration, it should also be a day of learning and reflection. #canadaday #law #accesstojustice

“ACTLA would like to congratulate all the new graduates of law programs across the country. We are so excited to welcome you into the legal community and cannot wait to see what you do next” #lawstudents #legalcommunity #civiljustice

Did you know your social media posts can be used against you in #court? There have been cases where a plaintiff’s online posts were used to discredit her personal injury claims. Be careful what you post online, and #lawyers, make sure your clients are aware of these risks. #law

What can a personal injury #lawyer do when a client has already signed an improvident release at the request of an insurance adjuster? How can they, and to what extent can lawyers set it aside? #personalinjury #autoinsurancereform

Debunking a #personalinjury #law #myth Myth: People with insurance don’t need a personal injury lawyer Fact: #Insurancecompanies are looking to make a profit, so they might offer you much less than you’d get if you have a lawyer negotiate for you | FAIR Alberta

What are the perks of ACTLA #membership? One perk is, you can be part of our Listservers, our email-based discussion groups that enable members to ask questions and receive answers from their colleagues. In sharing information in the Listservers, lively discussions often ensue.

We’re going #DIGITAL! To support the environment & reduce waste, ACTLA is excited to begin offering digital delivery of our #magazine the Barrister. If you’d like to receive a digital copy of the #Barrister going forward, email [email protected] to update your information!

#Discuss: #Negotiations should begin only when you have the necessary evidence and knowledge to properly assess the claim. #law #legal #lawyers

Never rush to settle your claim. You can have a quick settlement or a fair settlement, but not both. #Truth #Fact #Myth #Discuss #law #lawyers

Did you know that most #personalinjury cases settle outside of #court? It’s often in the interest of both parties to settle a case before a trial is necessary, as soon as it is practical to do so. #law #lawyers #discuss

What are the benefits of #structuredsettlements? Why should, or shouldn’t someone agree to one? #insuranceindustry

Is there a way to get around a recreational #sports waiver? Many times, #plaintiffs aren’t aware of what they’re signing into when they sign a #waiver, but what circumstances allow for exceptions? #albertalaw #lawyers

The first winter forecast for #Canada is out, and it’s looking like #Alberta is headed for some chilly months. Take advantage of the #summer warmth while you can!

August means #BackToSchool season is starting! If you have kids returning to school this fall, make sure you teach them about the rules of the road, so they can get there and back safely #Roadsafety

When most people think of #personalinjurylaw, they only think of car accidents. But did you know that personal injury law can cover much more, including #slipandfall, bicycle accidents, faulty products, and even dog bites?

Every #personalinjury case is unique! This means that your case may take longer than expected to settle, as they can be complex and require more time to ensure you get the best outcome #law