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/
Episodes
40 episodes
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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56:39
Safe Celebrations: Insights on Liability, Impaired Driving, and Winter Accidents (December 2024)
This month on Ask the Lawyer, hosts Mark Miller and Cynthia Carels of Weir Bowen LLP explore holiday safety and legal insights, covering everything from impaired driving risks to the responsibilities of party hosts during the festive s...
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Season 3
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Episode 12
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51:42
Unveiling the Legal Processes Behind Wrongful Death Claims (November 2024)
In this November episode of Ask the Lawyer, Host Warren Berg speaks with Cynthia Carels and Ian Miller of Weir Bowen LLP about how assessed, in wrongful death actions, and how the law goes about putting a dollar value on the loss of a life. The...
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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52:13
Legal Frights & Halloween Safety: Avoiding Spooky Season Hazards (October 2024)
In this October episode of Ask the Lawyer, hosts Warren Berg, Cynthia Carels, and Kristina Tiessen from Weir Bowen LLP discuss Halloween safety and the legal aspects of seasonal hazards. From costume safety and trick-or-treating risks to liabil...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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51:22
Indigenous Healthcare Equality: The Fight Against Systemic Injustice (September 2024)
In this episode of 'Ask the Lawyer,' hosts Warren Berg and Cynthia Carels from Weir Bowen LLP discuss the ongoing issue of systemic racism in Canada's healthcare system, particularly its impact on Indigenous patients. With the National Day for ...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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51:45
Understanding School Liability: From Playground Injuries to Abuse (August 2024)
In this episode of “Ask the Lawyer”, Warren Berg speaks with Cynthia Carels and Luke Young of Weir Bowen LLP about legal issues surrounding school injuries and extracurricular activities. They dive into key differences between negligence claims...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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1:00:50
Navigating Psychological Injuries: Challenges and Legal Strategies in Personal Injury Law (July 2024)
Join Warren Berg as he delves into the complexities of psychological injuries in personal injury law with Cynthia Carels and Anisa Dattu from Weir Bowen LLP. They tackle societal stigmas, legal challenges, and the importance of recognizing psyc...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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1:00:07
Surviving Summer: Managing Risks and Forms for Kids' Activities (June 2024)
In this episode of "Ask the Lawyer," hosts Cynthia Carels and Kristina Tiessen from Weir Bowen LLP discuss common legal issues that arise from summer activities, focusing on the forms parents must sign for their children to participate in these...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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59:16
Treading Carefully: Pitfalls and Defences in Personal Injury Law (May 2024)
Welcome to Ask The Lawyer's May edition! Host Warren Berg is back with Cynthia Carels and new guest Allison Grimsey from Weir Bowen LLP. Today, they tackle common defenses in personal injury cases. Tune in for essential insights on protecting y...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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49:14
Navigating Disability Law: Insights on Insurance Claim Denials (April 2024)
Dive deep into the world of disability insurance denials with hosts Warren Berg and Cynthia Carels with special guest Michael Shepherd from Weir Bowen LLP. Uncover the reasons behind claim rejections, learn actionable strategies to challenge de...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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59:34
Unraveling the Complexities of Personal Injury Compensation (March 2024)
Embark on a journey through the legal maze of personal injury claims with Cynthia Carels and Vanessa Fiorillo from Weir Bowen LLP, led by Warren Berg. Explore the financial and emotional aftermath of injuries, demystifying pecuniary and non-pec...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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47:43
Navigating Birth Injury Litigation: Key Medical Indicators (February 2024)
Join hosts Cynthia Carels and Mike McVey from Weir Bowen LLP as they delve into the complex world of medical malpractice, focusing on obstetrical malpractice cases. Discover the intricacies of how medical negligence, such as prolonged contracti...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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51:19
Spotlighting Weir Bowen LLP: Excellence, Legal Guidance, and Medical Malpractice Insights (January 2024)
Join host Warren Berg on Ask the Lawyer as he explores legal insights with Cynthia Carels from Weir Bowen LLP, an Edmonton-based firm recognized for excellence in personal injury and medical malpractice law. This season, dive into the challenge...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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47:51
Holiday Hazards: Navigating Legal Risks During the Festive Season (December 2023)
This episode of “Ask the Lawyer”, delves into the legal challenges of the holiday season. Hosts Warren Berg, Shelagh McGregor, and Cynthia Carels explore the pitfalls of hosting parties, including social host liability if a guest causes harm af...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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50:11
Essential Insights on Multi-Jurisdictional Personal Injury Law (November 2023)
In this episode of “Ask the Lawyer”, hosts Warren Berg, Shelagh McGregor, and Cynthia Carels from Weir Bowen LLP explore the complexities of handling legal issues and insurance claims when injuries occur outside Alberta. They discuss t...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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52:07
Ensuring a Safe Halloween: Managing Costume Risks and Liability Concerns (October 2023)
Can Halloween costumes endanger your child? In this October episode of "Ask the Lawyer" on Windspeaker Radio CFWE and CJWE, hosts Warren Berg, Shelagh McGregor, and Cynthia Carels from Weir Bowen LLP offer crucial tips for safe trick-or-treatin...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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50:41
Understanding Birth Malpractice and Parental Legal Steps (September 2023)
Can you spot signs of medical negligence in obstetrical care? Join Shelagh McGregor and Mike McVey from Weir Bowen LLP as they explore obstetrical malpractice, focusing on preventable injuries to mothers and babies during pregnancy and la...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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47:32
Back to School: Navigating Legal Waivers and Injury Liability (August 2023)
As kids head back to school, personal injury lawyers Shelagh McGregor and Cynthia Carels from Weir Bowen LLP delve into key legal issues for parents. They discuss the implications of school-related injuries, the significance of waiver forms, an...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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50:54
Navigating Legal Claims: Fatal Accidents and Family Rights (July 2023)
On this episode of "Ask the Lawyer," we dive into the complexities of fatality claims, commonly known as wrongful death claims. Host Warren Berg is joined by Shelagh McGregor and Cynthia Carels of Weir Bowen LLP to explore why fatal accidents, ...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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51:11
Summer Legal Essentials: Navigating Liability Waivers and Indemnity Agreements (June 2023)
This episode, we’re focusing on summer activities and the often-overlooked legal implications that come with them. From the dizzying array of consent and waiver forms parents sign for their kids’ summer camps to the risks adults face when engag...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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55:37
Understanding Medical Malpractice: Key Insights and Legal Pathways for Birth Injuries (May 2023)
In this episode of "Ask The Lawyer," Weir Bowen LLP explores the complexities of medical malpractice with a focus on obstetrical cases. Based in Edmonton but with a broad reach across Alberta, B.C., and the Northwest Territories, Weir Bowen is ...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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41:30
Navigating Provincial Borders: Legal Insights on Interprovincial Personal Injury Cases (April 2023)
In this episode, Weir Bowen LLP lawyers delve into the complexities of dealing with personal injuries that occur outside Alberta. They discuss the unique challenges posed by cross-jurisdictional legal issues, with a particular focus on motor ve...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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44:13