Double Costs: Alberta Court of Queen's Bench Expands on the Rules Regarding Formal Offers to Settle and Double Costs Awards – Verjee Law Succeeds In the recent decision of 1490703 Alberta Ltd v Chahal, 2021 ABQB 853, the Alberta Court of Queen's Bench expanded on the application of Rules 4.29 of the Alberta Rules of Court (the "Rules of Court"). This rule, commonly known as the “double costs” rule, governs formal offers to settle as well as the cost consequences associated with rejected … [Read more...] about Verjee Law Succeeds
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Featuring: Megan A. Klein
Megan Klein has worked with Verjee Law for almost two decades. A persuasive advocate, Megan relies on the depth of her business knowledge to deliver results for clients inside the courtroom and out. In conjunction with her commercial litigation practice, Megan and her 19 years of legal experience, provide advice and assistance to clients with their business needs such as incorporation, shareholder agreements and business transactions. … [Read more...] about Featuring: Megan A. Klein
Verjee Law Supports Isolated Seniors
Verjee Law is honored to be a part of the Seniors Secret Service again this year! This organization enhances the lives of over 5000 isolated seniors in Calgary and works with over 127 partner agencies to identify who can benefit from this program. Our staff at Verjee Law loved shopping and supporting our group of seniors! Thank you to everyone involved. … [Read more...] about Verjee Law Supports Isolated Seniors
How Evidence is Allowed in Arbitration
Arbitration is an alternative dispute resolution process in which the decision is made by one or more neutral third parties called arbitrators. An arbitrator will consider the matter in dispute and the evidence put forth by the parties, and render a decision in a manner similar to that of a judge. In contrast to decisions rendered by a court, the parties to an arbitration may have limited opportunities for appeal of an arbitration award. Once rendered, an arbitration award … [Read more...] about How Evidence is Allowed in Arbitration
Verjee Law wins full indemnity costs following a successful Summary Judgment Application and Appeal
Zul Verjee Q.C. was successful in making new law in the area of costs awarded following a successful summary judgment application. In this case we did better than an offer made and the court awarded what amounted to full indemnity for the legal fees incurred. Congratulations to our team. https://www.canlii.org/en/ab/abqb/doc/2021/2021abqb853/2021abqb853.html?resultIndex=1 … [Read more...] about Verjee Law wins full indemnity costs following a successful Summary Judgment Application and Appeal