If you’ve been injured in a car accident or other personal injury incident in New Brunswick, it’s likely that the Defendant’s insurance company will contact you very quickly. While the conversation may seem informal or helpful, it’s important to remember...
FREDERICTON, NB: Jessica Melanson, a lawyer with Melanson Law, co-chaired a Canadian Bar Association (CBA) conference that was held in Fredericton. The conference took place on September 26, 2025; it was co-chaired by Melanson, George A. McAllister, K.C., and Mitchell...
When someone is injured or wronged, they want justice against the at-fault party. In Canada, the justice system consists of two systems of law: Criminal and civil. These systems serve different purposes, follow different procedures, and have different outcomes....
Understanding The 50/50 Fault Myth There is a prevalent myth that fault is always apportioned 50/50 when a motor vehicle accident happens in a parking lot. This is simply not true. In New Brunswick, similar fault determination rules apply whether...
FREDERICTON, N.B.: Melanson Law, a Fredericton law firm serving all of New Brunswick, has received three 5-Star reviews on Google from its clients in July. The reviewers made several comments about the firm. One reviewer stated that: “Brent, Jessica,...
What Is Discovery? Discovery is an important part of the process for a personal injury case. It provides the information and documents necessary for both sides to fully assess the claim. Discovery essentially refers to the part of the legal...
In personal injury cases, the strength of a claim often hinges on the quality of evidence presented. Among the most critical elements are medical evidence and the opinion of expert witnesses. These two components hold the most weight in establishing...
Most of us are taught from a young age to look both ways to check for cars before crossing the street. While that remains an important habit, there is much more to pedestrian safety than simply checking for oncoming cars...
Accidents can strike without warning, leaving you physically injured and emotionally shaken. Whether it’s a car crash, a slip and fall, or another unforeseen event, knowing what to do next is crucial. Immediate and thoughtful action can make all the...
If you’ve been injured in a motor vehicle accident and are pursuing a personal injury claim, it’s crucial to reconsider your use of social media. In today’s digital world, where sharing details and photos of our lives online is commonplace,...
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