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Lawyer Up with HMCThe Future of No-Fault Insurance in Alberta with HMC Partner David CorriganThis episode of Lawyer Up with HMC with Kristen Hagg features fellow partner, David Corrigan.Tune in to the episode to hear about: * The complexities of litigation and Alberta's transition to a no-fault automobile insurance system * The historical context and inefficiencies of the current tort-based system, highlighting how it inflates costs and prolongs resolution times * A detailed account of past legal reforms and their impacts, emphasizing the high costs associated with expert reports and legal fees under the current system * The potential benefits and challenges of Alberta's new n...2025-06-2050 min
Lawyer Up with HMCCommon Employment Law Issues & Best HR Practices with Vered Levant & Meagan PotierThis episode of Lawyer Up with HMC with Kristen Hagg features Vered Levant, Founder of VIMY HR, and Meagan Potier of HMC Lawyers.Tune in to the episode to hear about: * Common employment law issues and best HR practices. * The importance of having well-documented employment policies and contracts to mitigate legal risks and ensure compliance with current laws and regulations * The significance of progressive discipline policies and the need for employers to proactively manage performance issues, particularly in light of evolving workplace standards and increased awareness of employee rights * The...2025-05-2943 min
Lawyer Up with HMCLawyer UP & Laugh: The Lighter Side of the Law!On this episode of Lawyer Up with HMC, Kristen Hagg features her partner, Patrick Clark, and founding partner of HMC (and Kristen’s uncle) Tim Hagg.Tune in to the episode to hear about: * Humorous and light-hearted stories from Kristen, Patrick and Tim’s legal careers * Pat Clark’s funny anecdotes about legal experiences, including a prank involving a process server delivering flowers to a deceitful opposing lawyer * Tim Hagg’s memorable story about a courtroom disruption and a humorous examination moment with a plaintiff * Lawyer jokes, debating their appropri...2025-04-2952 min
Lawyer Up with HMCUnderstanding Spousal Buyout Mortgages with Krista Lindstrom & Casey McQueenLawyer Up with HMC with Kristen Hagg, Episode 9, In this episode of Lawyer Up, Kristen Hagg speaks with Krista Lindstrom, Divorce Mortgage Specialist and Licensed Mortgage Broker at Mortgage Simple. Casey McQueen, a family law associate at HMC Lawyers, also joins the conversation. Casey focuses on finding efficient and cost effective resolutions or solutions for her clients through alternative dispute resolution and other litigation practices.Tune in to the episode to hear about:- The specifics of spousal buyout mortgages, including the benefits such as allowing divorcing couples to access up to 95% of t...2025-03-1744 min
Lawyer Up with HMCAvoiding Construction Pitfalls with Anton VlooswykLawyer Up with HMC with Kristen Hagg, Episode 8In this episode of Lawyer Up with HMC, join special guest host Kirk Mason, Partner at HMC, as he welcomes guest, Anton Vlooswyk, Principal of Building Envelope Engineering. Tune in to the episode to hear about: * The importance of understanding building envelopes, their role in risk management, and the potential costly consequences of failures * Proactive steps and best practices for new builds and self-managed construction projects, emphasizing the value of professional consultations * Essential actions needed to protect property assets, such as m...2025-02-2849 min
Lawyer Up with HMCSTANDing Against Sexual Assault with Erin BrassardLawyer Up with HMC with Kristen Hagg, Episode 7
In this episode of Lawyer Up with HMC, host Kristen Hagg is joined by her HMC colleague David Corrigan and guest Erin Brassard, Founder of STAND ASA, an organization supporting survivors of sexual assault with peer support and various holistic healing workshops.
Tune in to the episode to hear about:
* Erin’s personal story and the mission of STAND
* Institutional biases and challenges faced in legal cases involving sexual assault, highlighting the difficulties victims encounter in both criminal and civil court systems
* T...2025-02-0654 min
Lawyer Up with HMCPrompt Payment Construction Adjudication with Jerry Crawford & Taylor HudsonLawyer Up with HMC with Kristen Hagg, Episode 6
In this episode of Lawyer Up with HMC, Kristen Hagg and guest host/HMC Associate Taylor Hudson speak with guest Jerry Crawford, principal at KGC Consulting, a litigation support legal project management and commercial management firm in Alberta.
Tune in to the episode to hear about:
* The prompt payment construction adjudication process — its importance, benefits, and the procedures involved
* The origins, implementation, and efficiency of adjudication in construction disputes
* The legal intricacies of the adjudication process, the benefits it offers compared to...2024-12-3145 min
Lawyer Up with HMCEnabling Young Female Hockey Players to Play & Hone Their Skills with Danielle Bell & Jehan Jiwa of the Grindstone Award FoundationLawyer Up with HMC with Kristen Hagg, Episode 5
In this episode of Lawyer Up with HMC, host Kristen Hagg speaks with Danielle Bell and Jehan Jiwa, President and Vice President of the Grindstone Award Foundation, a charity that enables young female players to participate and improve their skill development in the sport of hockey. The Grindstone Award Foundation’s intent is to provide support to communities across Canada and address the needs of players who have a desire to play but are unable to for financial reasons.
Also joining the conversation is HMC attorney, and Gri...2024-11-2149 minLawyer Up with HMCCrash Analysis: Insights from Patrick RyanLawyer Up with HMC with Kristen Hagg, Episode 04
In this episode of Lawyer up, Kirsten is joined by Patrick Ryan, Accident Reconstruction Engineer at Graham Ryan Consulting Ltd. Patrick Ryan is a seasoned mechanical engineer who has specialized in motor vehicle accident investigations since 1994. He holds a degree from Memorial University and has conducted over 5,000 motor vehicle accident reconstructions throughout his career. At Graham Ryan Consulting, Patrick provides expert analysis and insights into accident reconstruction, leveraging advanced technology and years of experience to uncover the truth behind vehicle collisions.
Tune in to the episode to...2024-10-0753 minLawyer Up with HMCSurveillance Services in Personal Injury Claims, Defense & Litigation with Allison Lockhart & Jody JohnsonLawyer Up with HMC with Kristen Hagg, Episode 3
In this episode of Lawyer Up with HMC, Kristen Hagg speaks with Allison Lockhart, National Account Manager at Xpera Risk Mitigation & Investigation, and Jody Johnston, Senior Claims Adjuster at Northbridge Insurance Company.
Tune in to the episode to hear about:
* Personal Experiences and Career Paths: Allison Lockhart and Jody Johnston’s unique career journeys and experiences that shaped their professional lives
* Understanding Surveillance and its Place: the basics and uses of surveillance within the insurance and legal ind...2024-08-3051 minLawyer Up with HMCMastering Mediation with Allan ShewchukLawyer Up with HMC with Kristen Hagg, Episode 02
In this episode of Lawyer Up with HMC, Kristen Hagg and Praveen Thind are joined by Allan Shewchuk, K.C., a seasoned civil litigator with over 35 years of experience, now focusing on mediation to facilitate fair and reasonable outcomes for litigants. Allan has an extensive history in personal injury law and currently acts for Alberta Justice, dealing with injured and disabled Albertans.
Tune in to the episode to hear about:
* The transition from traditional litigation to mediation and the b...2024-07-2055 minLawyer Up with HMCForensic Accounting and Litigation with Martin ValvanoLawyer Up with HMC with Kristen Hagg, Episode 01
Tune in to the inaugural episode of the Lawyer Up with HMC podcast. Host Kristen Hagg and co-host Praveen Thind are joined by Martin Valvano, a seasoned forensic accountant and Senior Manager at BDO Canada, a leading provider of professional services to clients across a variety of sectors and segments.
Tune in to the episode to hear about:
* The importance of forensic accounting experts and how they can help lawyers accurately and effectively evaluate lawsuits
* Martin’s care...2024-06-1746 min
Game Over: NHLOilers vs Chicago Blackhawks Post Game Recap - Jan 9, 2024 | Game Over: EdmontonAvry Lewis McDougall hosts Game Over: Edmonton as the Edmonton Oilers take on the Chicago Blackhawks. Get all your Oilers & Sens post game reaction and analysis right here.Avry was joined by University of Alberta Pandas hockey alum and former GM of the CWHL's Calgary Inferno Kristen Hagg to recap the Oilers 2-1 win over Chicago.02:16 -Kristen Hagg joins Game Over: Edmonton03:40-Oilers win but it wasn't a simple game09:09- The progression of Vincent Desharnais game16:22- The troubles with offside challenges/NHL reviews2024-01-1038 min
Människor och troRELIGIÖSA REBELLER 3 - PREDIKARE LENA Ett avsnitt ur Människor och tros uppskattade serie om svenska predikanter och profeter. (R)Helena Sophia Ekblom levde och verkade i Östergötland vid 1800-talets början. Hon var känd som Predikare Lena eller Vita Jungfrun eftersom hon alltid var vitklädd när hon predikade. Lyssna på alla avsnitt i Sveriges Radio Play. Predikare Lena lockade stora skaror av åhörare och betraktades som både farlig och galen. Den unga kvinnan hade en stark känslomässig utstrålning och var delvis förlamad. Några beskrev henne som en kringvandrande ängel. Till slut blev Predikare Lena inspärrad på Vadstena hospital- den tidens dårhus. Först kedjades hon...2019-12-2844 min
630 CHEDMar 2 - Inside Sports Hr 3 - Livin' The Dream Kristen Hagg (Calgary Inferno) & Marc Kennedy CurlingLivin' The Dream feature with Kristen Hagg from the Calgary Inferno of the CWHL. Plus Reid talks Marc Kennedy about the upcoming Brier. Plus Reid talks to Evan Daum about the Golden Bears.
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