Alberta’s New Mandatory Litigation Plan Requirement: What It Means for Civil Litigants and Their Counsel
As of September 2025, Alberta civil claims must include a mandatory litigation plan with strict timelines and structured case management. This shift toward proactive scheduling changes how disputes move through the Court system. For business owners and investors, working with an experienced civil litigation lawyer Edmonton professionals rely on is now more important than ever to ensure compliance, strategic positioning, and timely resolution.
Fairness and Cross-Examination Under Browne v. Dunn
The Rule in Browne v. Dunn is a fundamental principle of fairness in legal proceedings. It requires that if a party plans to challenge a witness’s credibility, they must confront the witness with that contradiction during cross-examination. This article explains what the rule is, how it applies in trials and arbitrations, and why understanding it can protect your case.