Ask The Lawyer
Weir Bowen is an Edmonton-based law firm. Their lawyers have represented clients across Alberta, B.C., and the Northwest Territories… and have been counsel in precedent setting cases up to the Supreme Court of Canada.
Ask the Lawyer is heard the last Saturday of the Month on CFWE North & CJWE South in Alberta, Canada. For details visit https://cfweradio.ca/ & https://weirbowen.com/
Podcasting since 2022 • 41 episodes
Ask The Lawyer
Latest Episodes
Preventable Birth Injuries: What Parents Need to Know (May 2025)
In this May edition of Ask the Lawyer, Shelagh McGregor and Michael McVey from Weir Bowen LLP discuss preventable birth injuries and why many families don’t pursue legal action—even when they have a valid claim. She explains how certai...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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45:58
Employment Rights and Disability Claims: What You Need to Know (April 2025)
In this April edition of Ask the Lawyer, Mike Shepherd and Cynthia Carels from Weir Bowen LLP discuss the intersection of disability claims and employment law. They explore the challenges of employer-sponsored disability plans, wrongfu...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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54:58
Legal Recourse for Sexual Abuse Survivors: Understanding Civil Claims (March 2025)
In this episode, Cynthia Carels and Allison Grimsey of Weir Bowen LLP explore the evolving landscape of sexual abuse litigation, highlighting how civil remedies provide an alternative path to justice. They discuss Alberta’s removal of time limi...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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47:44
Understanding Damages: What’s Your Claim Worth? (February 2025)
In this episode, hosts Cynthia Carels and Anisa Dattu from Weir Bowen LLP break down personal injury claims and how damages are determined. They explain the nuances of pecuniary and non-pecuniary damages, clarify the difference between ge...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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58:50
Understanding No-Fault Insurance: What Alberta Drivers Need to Know (January 2025)
This month on Ask the Lawyer, Weir Bowen LLP dives into Alberta’s no fault-insurance system, unpacking how it affects drivers and accident victims. Hosts Cynthia Carels and Michael McVey, discuss the system’s pros and cons, share tips for navig...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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