A career in farming is marked by an abundance of loss. Loss of animals, loss of crops, loss of property, and loss of income. There are typically only a few days of the year when farmers and ranchers get paid, and there will be years...

Canada’s copyright law requires human authorship for a work to qualify for protection, meaning purely AI-generated content does not benefit from copyright. A pending Federal Court case may test whether AI can be recognized as ...

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a clinical condition that has become an increasing variable of interest in personal injury and disability claims. It's important for insurers, adjusters, and legal professionals to understand what PTSD is...

If something happened to you tomorrow, what plans are in place to support your business, family, and employees?Join Field Law's Malkit Atwal and Amie Heil, as well as Darren Buma from KWB Chartered Professional Accountan...

The Alberta Court of King's Bench recently reaffirmed that appellate proceedings should remain efficient and cost-effective to support access to justice. Barbara Fodor, initially awarded damages for a faulty driveway installatio...

Alberta’s Bill 53: Compassionate Intervention Act ("CIA") introduces a novel legal framework for addressing addiction through involuntary treatment and detention. The legislation proposes a Commission with legal...

The Alberta Court of King’s Bench ruled that Alberta’s privacy law unreasonably restricted freedom of expression by requiring consent to scrape publicly available online data. While the Court struck down limiting languag...

Navigating the complexities of the Alberta Sale of Goods Act is crucial for both purchasers and vendors. This comprehensive practice note by Anthony Burden and Grant Szelewicki provides invaluable guidance on managing risks and drafting effective sa...

Join Erin Berney and John Gilbert for a complimentary webinar series designed for Condominium Boards and Managers based on the challenges seen most frequently: people, pets and parking. This session will focus on people: the...

The Alberta Human Rights Commission (“AHRC”) recently upheld the dismissal of a human rights complaint, reinforcing that grievance arbitration is typically the preferred forum for resolving workplace discrimination alleg...

Parties to a contract can agree that disagreements get resolved by arbitration instead of through the Courts. They can also, of course, agree to resolve a dispute by arbitration regardless of what their contract says or, for that ma...

Settlement privilege is a protective measure to encourage parties in a dispute to settle ahead of full-force litigation. Born out of public policy objectives, settlement privilege has been relied on to ensure the confidentiality of ...

AI and data privacy laws are evolving fast, especially in Canada where the Artificial Intelligence and Data Act was shelved after the April 2025 election. Across Quebec, Ontario, the U.S., and the EU, new rules around automated deci...

Only 12% of Canadian farms have a formal succession plan in place. That statistic becomes even more concerning when you consider the massive generational wealth transfer currently underway across the country. Without a clear plan, farming families c...

As artificial intelligence (AI) rapidly integrates into business operations, organizations must establish clear AI governance procedures to mitigate risks, ensure compliance, and maintain trust. Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) and governance frame...

The Alberta Court of Appeal recently ruled that regulators must provide a "basic level of particularity" when imposing interim suspensions, even amid ongoing investigations. The case involved a chiropractor facing serious ...

Join Field Law’s Professional Regulatory Group and your professional regulatory colleagues for our first roundtable of the year.This session will explore effective strategies for managing challenging individuals - including self-represented li...

Join Field Law and Katrina Patel, a seasoned Professional Biologist with over 20 years of experience in environmental projects, as she shares fascinating stories and invaluable insights from her career. Throughout her journey, Katrina has uncov...

The Alberta Court of Appeal emphasised an insurer’s responsibility to actively assert their right of subrogation in an action, and warned against “lying in the weeds” while insureds pursued their claim at their own...

In Southwest Design & Construction Ltd v Janssens, the Alberta Court of King’s Bench awarded 45% of solicitor-client costs to the successful respondents who defended against an interim injunction aimed at restricting clien...

Bill 40, the Professional Governance Act, introduced in the Alberta Legislature on March 11, 2025, aims to modernize and streamline professional governance by consolidating 9 acts into one, impacting 20 professional regulatory organizations.Joi...

The court’s recent decision in Alberta Social Housing Corporation v Dawson Wallace Construction Ltd. reflects the court’s current interpretation of who is entitled to funds paid into court under the Public Works Act (&qu...

In professional regulation, not all enforceable standards must be written. In Kherani v Alberta Dental Association, the Alberta Court of Appeal upheld a finding of unprofessional conduct against a general dentist, despite the lack o...

Bill 47, the draft Automobile Insurance Act, prepared to usher in the anticipated private no fault insurance scheme to Alberta was released by the Provincial Government on March 24, 2025. While many of the details remain unknown until the release of...

Summary dismissal is not appropriate when there are material facts in dispute. A full trial is essential to resolve these issues properly. Moreover, it is crucial to consider all evidence available, not merely evidence that supports...

A recent Ontario Superior Court case highlights the balance between employee privacy and an employer’s duty to investigate workplace harassment. The case involved WhatsApp messages containing derogatory remarks about a female ...

Alberta’s freeze/thaw cycles create icy conditions that increase slip and fall risks for property owners, managers, and businesses. Under the Occupier’s Liability Act, multiple parties can be held responsible for acciden...

Historically, our annual "Labour + Employment Year in Review" sessions provided key legal updates on topics like off-duty conduct terminations, employee privacy, and changes to the Canada Labour Code. This year, we’re taking a forwa...

The Nova Scotia Court of Appeal’s recent Queen’s Marque case sheds new light on the role of statutory declarations in construction disputes, particularly respecting whether summary judgment is appropriate. Although statu...

Join Erin Berney and John Gilbert for a complimentary webinar series designed for Condominium Boards and Managers based on the challenges seen most frequently: people, pets and parking. Have a legal question? Want to learn w...

In the Bow Valley, we know the importance of planning for the future - whether it’s mapping out a hike or ensuring your family’s security for years to come.Field Law and RBC Dominion Securities invite you to join us for a seminar and net...

Congratulations to the 15 lawyers who have been listed in the 2025 Canadian Legal Lexpert® Directory. A special congratulations to Jason Kully and Renée Gilead for being recognized as Lawyers to Watch for 2025.Edmonton:  ...

Field Law is thrilled to announce that we have expanded our Wills, Estates, + Trusts Team. We welcome Amie Heil, TEP to the partnership and both Rhonda Johnson, MBA, TEP and Patty Ko as counsel. All three are based out of our Edmonton office, bringi...

Under Alberta’s Prompt Payment and Construction Lien Act, a contractor performing work for a tenant may have lien rights against the landlord’s interests in the property the contractor improved. The Alberta Court of...

In Ontario, a lien claimant must bring its action to trial promptly. Further, even if two liens relate to the same project, one may not be enforced in the action of the other if the lands in question are different. In this case, NBL...

Choosing a Friday or pre-holiday possession date for the purchase of your new property may seem convenient, but it often leads to delays, extra costs, and stress. Peak-time closings overwhelm banks, lawyers, and movers, increasing t...

Historically, our annual "Labour + Employment Year in Review" sessions provided key legal updates on topics like off-duty conduct terminations, employee privacy, and changes to the Canada Labour Code.This year, we’re taking a forward...

Planning for the future is essential for peace of mind, but many Albertans overlook the possibility of mental or physical incapacity. While personal directives and enduring powers of attorney provide vital safeguards, there are circumstances when ad...

Join us for Coffee + Counsel, a complimentary webinar series where you can connect with our legal team for an unscripted discussion about issues relevant to organizations operating in Alberta and the Northwest Territories. We'll be sharing our ...

In Russell v. Russell, the Alberta Court of King's Bench provided valuable guidance relating to the assessment of housekeeping damages, refining the principles that should be considered in evaluating claims for loss of hous...

The impact of mental health on disciplinary proceedings is becoming more prominent for regulators. Two recent decisions from the British Columbia Court of Appeal indicate that while it will still be rare for a mental health conditio...

Curious about cryptocurrency investigations? Want to learn how digital assets can be seized and what steps you can take to counter cryptocrime? Field Law's Emerging Technology Group invites you to a thought-provoking talk with ...

What is intellectual property (IP), and how do you protect it? In this video series, we will explain what IP is, the types of IP your organization may have, and tips and practical considerations to help you protect, enforce, and commercialize your I...

An Ontario Court has provided guidance on when an owner can have a lien removed through a direct payment made to a subcontractor that the owner has no direct contract with. The Court was tasked with interpreting s. 28 of Ontario&rsq...

What is intellectual property (IP), and how do you protect it? In this video series, we will explain what IP is, the types of IP your organization may have, and tips and practical considerations to help you protect, enforce, and commercialize your I...