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Trusted Personal Injury Lawyers in Calgary
Pipella Law has represented clients throughout Alberta for injuries sustained locally and abroad, leading numerous precedent-setting cases and multi-million dollar settlements. With decades of combined experience in personal injury law, our firm understands the challenges faced by individuals with serious injuries. We specialize in motor vehicle accidents, slip-and-fall incidents, wrongful death claims, and complex litigation, prioritizing maximum compensation for our clients. Our team of dedicated lawyers operates on a contingency fee basis, ensuring clients pay no legal fees unless we secure compensation. We provide 24-hour service, free consultations, and hospital visit assistance while leveraging expert networks to strengthen injury claims.Our practice areas include brain and spinal cord injuries, product liability, medical malpractice, and catastrophic injury cases. We combine compassionate client service with aggressive courtroom representation to navigate insurance disputes and legal complexities. Our Alberta-based team has over 60 years of combined litigation experience in personal injury cases. We focus on proving liability through innovative negotiation and trial preparation while assisting clients with Section B benefits and long-term care needs. Our commitment to client-centered advocacy has established Pipella Law as a trusted legal resource for accident victims across Alberta.
Services
Personal Injury Law
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Wrongful Death Claims
Slip and Fall Cases
Catastrophic Injury Litigation
Product Liability
Medical Malpractice
Brain and Spinal Cord Injuries
Insurance Dispute Resolution
Section B Benefits Assistance
Highlights and features
- We operate on a contingency fee basis with no upfront costs
- Our team has over 60 years of combined personal injury litigation experience
- We provide 24-hour emergency legal service for accident victims
- Our lawyers specialize in complex personal injury cases across Alberta
- We offer free consultations and hospital visit assistance
What people say
Caring, compassionate, professional
Truly No: 1
Helped us get justice
Immediately felt comfortable
Strong emphasis on integrity
Services
Personal Injury Law
Pipella Law specializes in personal injury cases resulting from motor vehicle accidents, slip-and-fall incidents, and workplace injuries. Our team helps clients recover compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. With extensive experience in Alberta's legal system, we provide aggressive representation to ensure fair settlements.
Motor Vehicle Accidents
We represent victims of car, truck, motorcycle, and bicycle accidents caused by negligent drivers. Our lawyers handle claims involving impaired driving, uninsured motorists, and commercial vehicle collisions. We work with accident reconstruction experts to establish liability and secure maximum compensation for vehicle damage, medical bills, and long-term care needs.
Wrongful Death Claims
Pipella Law assists families pursuing wrongful death claims from accidents, medical malpractice, or defective products. We help grieving families navigate complex legal processes while seeking compensation for funeral expenses, lost income, and emotional distress. Our compassionate approach balances legal rigor with sensitive client support.
Catastrophic Injury Cases
Our firm handles catastrophic injury cases including spinal cord damage, traumatic brain injuries, and amputations. We collaborate with medical specialists to document long-term care requirements and calculate future expenses. Our contingency fee model ensures access to justice without upfront legal costs for seriously injured clients.
Insurance Dispute Resolution
We resolve disputes with insurance companies over denied claims, coverage limits, and settlement offers. Our lawyers leverage litigation experience to counter insurer tactics that minimize payouts. Services include negotiating Section B benefits, challenging policy exclusions, and pursuing bad faith claims when warranted.
People
Tara Pipella
Owner & Senior Lawyer
Tara Pipella leads Pipella Law's personal injury practice with over 20 years of trial experience. She focuses on motor vehicle accidents and catastrophic injury cases, maintaining a client-centered approach while achieving favorable verdicts. Her expertise includes negotiating complex settlements and courtroom litigation.
Derek Allchurch
Senior Lawyer
Derek Allchurch specializes in wrongful death claims and insurance dispute resolution. With extensive courtroom experience, he represents clients in complex personal injury cases involving commercial vehicle accidents and defective products. He prioritizes transparent communication throughout the legal process.
Patricia M. Gutek
Lawyer
Patricia Gutek focuses on slip-and-fall accidents and medical malpractice cases. She combines compassionate client service with thorough case preparation, working closely with medical experts to document injury impacts. Her practice emphasizes securing long-term care provisions for seriously injured clients.
Kimber Pipella
Lawyer
Kimber Pipella represents clients in motorcycle accident and pedestrian injury cases. She specializes in proving liability through detailed accident reconstruction analysis while advocating for fair compensation covering rehabilitation costs and lost earning capacity.
Dan Thorn
Lawyer
Dan Thorn handles product liability and workplace injury claims. His practice focuses on defective manufacturing cases and occupiers' liability disputes. He works with engineering experts to establish product defects while maintaining a 24/7 availability for urgent client consultations.
Questions
Why should I hire a personal injury lawyer?
A personal injury lawyer helps navigate complex legal processes, ensures fair compensation, and counters insurance company tactics that minimize payouts.
Will I have to go to court?
98% of cases settle out-of-court, but experienced lawyers prepare for trial to maximize settlement potential.
Can I afford a personal injury lawyer?
Pipella Law works on contingency fees - you pay no legal costs unless we secure compensation.
What compensation can I expect?
Compensation depends on injury severity, medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering, with caps for specific injury types.
How long does case settlement take?
While efficiency matters, proper case preparation takes time to ensure comprehensive documentation of damages and future care needs.
