In November, the United Conservative government introduced Bill 27, which became law on Dec. 5, and, makes it more difficult for trespassers to sue for injuries received. The changes, which the UCP cited as part of its fight against rural crime in Alberta, may well apply to this case. “Our view is that effectively we meet the four corners of Bill 27,” said Scott Chimuk, Maurice’s lawyer. “We think that (Bill 27) should affect our case, should allow us to have the case dismissed,” she said. Simply put, this means that should the provisions of the new rules apply in the suit between Watson and Maurice, the case ought to be tossed.

Source: National Post December 20, 2019 20:37 UTC