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Alberta is moving to a "Care-First" No-Fault model on January 1, 2027, to address a system under strain. With some of Canada's highest premiums, the province cites rising litigation costs and nuclear jury awards as the primary drivers of unaffordability. By moving away from the traditional fault-based Tort system, the government says it aims to redirect billions spent on legal battles into faster medical treatment and lower insurance premiums. For…

The legal landscape is shifting fast for accident victims. As we navigate 2026, the transition toward Bill 47 and the no-fault insurance model scheduled for 2027 has created a high-stakes environment for any injury claim. Going through your recovery requires balancing your 27-week medical leave with a motor vehicle accident lawsuit. At Martin G. Schulz & Associates, we specialize in protecting your job-protected leave while defending you from insurance companies.…

If you’ve been involved in a collision on Alberta’s roads, the path to recovery depends heavily on the type of vehicle you were operating. While the rules of the road apply to everyone, the legal and insurance landscapes for Edmonton injury lawyers handling car versus motorcycle claims are worlds apart. At Martin G. Schulz & Associates, we understand that a simple accident is rarely simple. Whether you were behind the…

When you are dealing with the aftermath of an accident, the legal process can feel like a secondary trauma. For those seeking Edmonton injury lawyers, the goal is simple: secure the compensation needed to recover. However, even the strongest cases can be undermined by simple oversights. In Alberta, the path to a fair settlement is paved with strict deadlines and evidentiary requirements. From missing statutory timelines to accepting lowball initial…

If you’ve been injured in a car accident, you could already be losing money and you don’t even know it yet. Insurance companies move fast after an auto accident. Evidence disappears. Small mistakes turn into big financial losses. Right now, while you’re recovering, that multi-billion dollar insurance machine is working against you. They aren't 'good neighbors.' They are forensic accountants whose job is to ensure you get paid as little…