Slipping Into Chaos
April 1, 2007 by David GambrillInsurance defence lawyers indicate the law is currently in a state of flux when it comes to claims trends
Keeping the Cap On
April 1, 2007 by Vanessa MarigaNew Brunswick judge releases straightforward decision for keeping auto injury claim under $2,500.
Focus On Accreditation
April 1, 2007 by Andrea OrazigambrillJay Perry, the chair of CCIF's national accreditation committee, sits down with Claims Canada to discuss the progress of national collision repair centre accreditation.
Criminal Acts: Intentions and Exclusions
April 1, 2007 by Nicole N. VazThe Ontario Court of Appeal has ruled definitively that 'intent' has no bearing on criminal act exclusion clauses
Slip-and-Fall Injuries: Are They ‘Accidents’ Under SABS?
April 1, 2007 by Donna FordYes, says FSCO. But insurers hope for successful appeals against two recent FSCO arbitration decisions in slip-and-fall cases
You Have Every Right to Feel That Way!
April 1, 2007 byA Series of Articles Provided by the Insurance Institute of Canada. Loss adjusters must develop and use many skills, including communication skills. Every aspect of the claims process depends on good communication. When a loss is reported, the initial response…
OIAA Claims 2007 Conference and Exhibition
April 1, 2007 byMore than 150 exhibits from across Canada showcased the latest services and products for the claims industry at the Ontario Insurance Adjusters Association (OIAA) Claims 2007 Conference and Exhibition held Feb. 7, 2007 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. The…
A New Skin
April 1, 2007 by Paul Aquino, PublisherWelcome to the inaugural issue of Claims Canada magazine! In this issue, and in many more to come, we plan to provide perspective and bring insight to many of the issues facing the loss adjusting profession in Canada. And we…
Insurers tally BC winter storm claims
April 1, 2007 byB.C.’s stormy winter of 2007 is expected to result in more than 17,000 claims, according to the Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC). In total, IBC said the province’s insurers “expect to pay more than Cdn$135 million to help British Columbians…
Data loss a significant global risk, survey finds
April 1, 2007 byOne in three global businesses see loss of data as a significant threat and the key issue to address in operational risk management planning, according to the latest global risk briefing report conducted by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) and…
On the Scene (April 02, 2007)
April 1, 2007 byRob Seal has been appointed to the position of president and CEO of Cunningham Lindsey Canada Limited (CLC). Seal has held many adjusting and management positions during his 20-year career with CLC, most recently as president of Canadian operations. “His…
Alberta trial lawyers launch Charter challenge against province’s automobile insurance minor injury cap
April 1, 2007 byThe Alberta Civil Trial Lawyers Association (ACTLA) has officially started its Charter challenge of the Alberta government’s automobile insurance minor injury policy in the Court of Queen’s Bench (Calgary) before Mr. Justice Neil Wittmann. ACTLA President Arthur Wilson, Q.C. says…
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