Across the province, courts have either gone virtual, been delayed or stopped indefinitely over the past two years, causing a “huge access to justice problem that needs to be addressed,” says Settlement Lenders President Larry Herscu. Earlier this year, Alberta courts postponed some […]

As people struggle with debt and finance-related anxiety, it’s not surprising that Canadians once again ranked money as their most significant source of stress. The FP Canada 2021 Financial Stress Index shows 38 per cent of Canadians polled said money is their biggest stressor, even more

A recent survey commissioned by FAIR Alberta shows personal injury lawyers are not the only ones opposed to moving to a no-fault system — almost 60 per cent of Albertans polled still support the current, at-fault system. What’s more, very few respondents said

With most provinces giving the green light to trick-or-treating this Halloween, it’s a good idea for parents to check with their local public health authority for COVID-19 safety advice and review general safety precautions. Last year, kids faced a restrictive Halloween and were asked to avoid trick-or-treating in

With another school year about to begin, parents and children alike are understandably concerned about staying safe and keeping healthy. Depending on the school board or jurisdiction, our kids face another year of masking, physical distancing, frequent handwashing and symptom screenings. “Although COVID-19

Changes introduced by British Columbia and Alberta to reduce the cost, complexity, and delay associated with personal injury claims can impede access to justice for motor vehicle accident victims, says Settlement Lenders President, Larry Herscu. “It’s concerning to see this wider trend of

by A recent survey that shows more than half of Canadians are within $200 of not being able to cover bills is “absolutely frightening,” says Larry Herscu, President and CEO of Settlement Lenders. “It’s evident ongoing economic disruptions are taking their toll on the average Canadian’s

With continuing province-wide restrictions and public health orders in response to COVID-19, many services typically conducted in person are now being performed virtually in British Columbia, including independent medical examinations (IMEs).