Shiv Ganesh

Counsel for Policyholders and Serious Injury Claims

Shiv Ganesh brings over 12 years of litigation experience to his practice, having spent his early career at regional and national law firms representing major insurance companies. Today, he applies that foundational experience exclusively to the benefit of individuals and businesses. By maintaining a practice dedicated solely to policyholders and the injured, Shiv provides a perspective informed by how insurers evaluate risk, ensuring his strategic focus remains entirely aligned with the interests of those he represents.

Serious Personal Injury

Shiv manages complex claims involving life-altering events where scientific precision and meticulous file preparation are required to secure a full recovery. By leveraging a Master of Science (MSc) and a foundational background in insurance defense, he applies a rigorous analytical framework to challenge insurer assessments and quantify the true long-term impact of an injury. His work focuses on:

  • Catastrophic Injuries: Management of cases involving Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) and spinal cord trauma.

  • Complex Liability: High-stakes cases arising from motor vehicle, trucking, and pedestrian accidents.

  • Strategic Advocacy: Utilizing an understanding of defense tactics to anticipate insurer requirements and streamline the path to resolution.

Insurance Coverage & Denials

Advocacy for individuals and businesses facing denied, delayed, or underpaid claims. Shiv handles a wide range of personal and commercial insurance matters across Alberta, including:

  • Life & Disability: Denials involving Life Insurance payouts and Long-Term Disability (LTD) benefits, including challenges related to "any occupation" clauses and complex medical evidence.

  • Property & Casualty Losses: Significant fire, hail damage, flood, and total loss claims.

  • Commercial Issues: Business interruption, liability disputes, and professional indemnity.

A Team-Driven, Client-First Philosophy

Recognizing that success in modern litigation requires both speed and precision, Shiv is supported by a dedicated team of experienced paralegals. This collaborative structure ensures that every client receives a "high-touch" experience, with proactive communication and a depth of resources usually reserved for much larger firms.

By leveraging advanced legal systems, Shiv’s team manages the complexities of discovery and evidence-gathering with a level of efficiency that allows for a relentless focus on the core legal strategy. This approach provides clients with a transparent, streamlined experience from intake to resolution.

Comprehensive Legal Resources

Shiv maintains an extensive library of over 200 articles, blogs, and insurance law updates at abinsurancelawyer.ca. This platform serves as a premier resource for policyholders seeking to understand their rights and the evolving nature of insurance legislation across Alberta.

Year of Call:

Alberta – 2014

Education

J.D., University of Calgary, 2013

M.Sc. (Biochemistry), University of Alberta, 2010

B.Sc. (Molecular Biology), University of Toronto, 2007

Contact

Office | Text: (403) 527 7736
Fax: (403) 527-7636
sganesh@wilcraft.com

Assistant: Zandrhea De Guzman
zdeguzman@wilcraft.com