Legal

What is the role of mediation in New Brunswick injury lawsuits?

It has become more common in New Brunswick for parties to a lawsuit to agree to mediation.

What Happens During an Independent Medical Examination in New Brunswick?

Under New Brunswick Rules of Court, the other party is entitled to an independent medical examination of injury victims, by a doctor of their choice.

What should injury victims know about surveillance practices in New Brunswick?

Insurance companies will often conduct video surveillance of injury victims as well as monitor their social media accounts.

What Happens During Discovery in a New Brunswick Personal Injury Case?

A discovery (frequently known as a deposition) is a hearing at which each of the parties is questioned under oath by the lawyers for the other parties. It is not a trial, but your evidence will be given under oath and you must answer all questions as truthfully and accurately as you can.

How Long Does a Personal Injury Case Take in New Brunswick?

This is probably the question we are asked by accident victims more than any other. The answer varies widely and may not be known at the outset. Each personal injury case is unique, and its resolution is influenced by various factors.