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Legal
National Safe Driving Week begins with focus on drug impairment
December 2, 2013 by Canadian UnderwriterNational Safe Driving Week has begun, with the emphasis this year on driving under the influence of drugs, including prescription medications and over-the-counter drugs, in addition to illegal substances. “Unfortunately, people are more afraid of being caught than being killed,”…
New arbitration hearing ordered in Ontario minor injury guideline dispute
December 2, 2013 by Canadian UnderwriterA delegate in the Office of the Director of Arbitrations with Ontario’s auto insurance regulator has rescinded a decision made earlier this year related to the minor injury guideline in the accident benefits legislation, also ordering a new arbitration hearing.…
Cyberbullying as a Tort
December 1, 2013 Carol B. Kreiling, J.D., VP, Claims Expert, Reinsurance P&C, Canada Claims Team, Swiss ReWith regard to coverage for the tort of cyberbullying, is there an app for that? No, concluded a task force report exploring the death of a Nova Scotia teen. But questions remain about whether or not a homeowners’ insurance policy provides coverage to parents sued for their child’s cyberbullying.
The Arbitration Option
November 30, 2013 Cathy Wismer, National Co-Communication Director, Cdn Insurance Claims Manager Association (CICMA)A national arbitration agreement, managed by CICMA, can represent a quick and informal alternative to litigation.
Adjuster Privilege
November 30, 2013 Ryan Ewasiuk, partner, Brownlee LLPWhat kinds of information and files can be protected in litigation?
Defining the Limitation Period
November 30, 2013 Mitch Kitagaw, partner, Kelly Santini LLPIn Ontario, the application of limitation periods for commercial policies is tested.
No Vacancy?
November 30, 2013 Mark M. Skorah, senior partner, Guild Yule LLPHow one case addressed the issue of reduced occupancy and material change.
More feedback needed on Ontario auto dispute resolution
November 30, 2013 byThe Ontario Ministry of Finance is seeking written submissions of feedback to an interim report on the auto insurance dispute resolution system delivered Nov. 8. J. Douglas Cunningham, former associate chief justice of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, was…
Regulatory risk on the rise: IBC CEO
November 30, 2013 byThe events of 2013 have demonstrated the insurance industry in Canada is facing a significant tide of risks, including regulatory risks, Don Forgeron, president and CEO of the Insurance Bureau of Canada, noted at IBC’s 2013 Regulatory Affairs Symposium in…
Saskatchewan tables legislation to enhance traffic safety, align commercial carrier monitoring with other jurisdictions
November 29, 2013 by Canadian UnderwriterThe Saskatchewan government has tabled proposed changes to the province’s Traffic Safety Act Thursday in a move meant to fulfill its commitment to address fatalities on Saskatchewan’s roads. Donna Harpauer, minister responsible for Saskatchewan Government Insurance (SGI), tabled the amendments…
Ontario appeal court rules Wawanesa must defend homeowner policyholder sued over injury to child
November 28, 2013 by Canadian UnderwriterThe Court of Appeal for Ontario ruled this week against Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company, upholding an earlier ruling declaring that the carrier has a duty to defend a homeowner’s insurance client being sued in a third party claim over a…
IBC commends Ontario’s move making carbon monoxide detectors mandatory in homes
November 28, 2013 by Canadian UnderwriterThe Insurance Bureau of Canada has commended the Ontario legislature for passing a bill making carbon monoxide detectors mandatory in homes throughout the province. Progressive Conservative MPP Ernie Hardeman’s private member’s bill was passed Wednesday and now requires Royal Assent…