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 and breach of fiduciary duty, explain how schools can be held liable, and discuss serious topics like sexual abuse in institutional settings. The conversation highlights how the legal system has evolved in recognizing and compensating victims of abuse, emphasizing the removal of limitation periods for certain claims in Alberta.
Ask the Lawyer is heard the last Saturday of the Month on CFWE North & CJWE South in Alberta, Canada. For more information visit www.weirbowen.com & cfweradio.ca
