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• Change in Minor Injury Regulations for Certified Examiners (June 2009)

  When there is uncertainty or disagreement between a claimant and defendant under Alberta’s Minor Injury Regulation, Certified Examiners give opinions as to whether an injury resulting from a motor vehicle collision is minor or not.

  The Alberta Court of Appeal recently ruled that the Minor Injury Regulation under Alberta’s Insurance Act does not infringe on Sections 7 or 15 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Consequently, the cap on pain and suffering awards for sprains, strains and whiplash associated disorders (grade I and II) from automobile collisions is again in force and Certified Examiners can expect increasing requests for their services.

  All registered Certified Examiners must ensure that their contact information is up-to-date. Changes must be submitted in writing to the College at:

  College of Physicians & Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA)
  2700, 10020 – 100 Street NW
  Edmonton AB T5J 0N3

• Regulations Introduced (October 2004)

  On October 1, 2004, new government regulations were introduced outlining diagnosis and treatment protocols for patients with injuries resulting from motor vehicle accidents. 

  The Government of Alberta sent information packages on the new regulations to health care practitioners affected by the legislation. A Guide to Primary Health Care Practitioners to Alberta Insurance Act Regulations contains information about the new regulations and contact information for those who require further details.

  More information on the legislation and insurance news is available on the Government of Alberta website.

  Questions regarding the legislation or protocols should be directed to the Senior Medical Advisor for the Superintendent of Insurance at 780-423-9952.