The Defence Costs Allocation Dispute
June 1, 2007 by Donald J. Mcgarvey and Alexis N. MoultonFinding principled solutions and retaining the insured's future premiums
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…
2006 represents third-mildest catastrophe loss year since 1990
April 1, 2007 byAt US$15.9 billion, insured catastrophe damage in 2006 represented the third-mildest loss year since 1990, according to a Swiss Re sigma report [No 2/2007]. Of these insured losses worldwide, natural catastrophes accounted for US$11.8 billion of the total. Storms caused…
Adjusting for the Future
April 1, 2007 by Craig HarrisMaintaining the Leadership Position
IBC warns of auto fraud ‘swoop and squat’
April 1, 2007 byMarch marked National Fraud Prevention Month, and the Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) released information throughout the month to help educate about and prevent this type of crime.”Insurance fraud is big business,” said Rick Dubin, vice-president, investigations at the IBC.…
El Nino weakens, suggesting more 2007 storms
April 1, 2007 byEl Nio – which moderated storm activity last year – has dissipated, thereby increasing the likelihood of 2007 being an active season, according to Tropical Storm Risk (TSR), a consortium of experts on seasonal climate forecasting led by the Benfield…
FSCO posts Health Claims for Auto Insurance (HCAI) Rollout Guideline
April 1, 2007 byThe Financial Services Commission of Ontario (FSCO) has released its Health Claims for Auto Insurance (HCAI) Rollout Guideline, which includes, among other things, revised accident benefit claims forms and a Central Processing Agency (CPA), an agent designated to receive accident…
Preserving Charm in a Changing Industry
April 1, 2007 by Andrea OraziIf the exterior of a building is a reflection of what lies within, then the independent adjusting firm of Angell, Townson & Williams (AT&W) chose their home wisely. Located within a heritage post office in Aurora, Ontario, the 18-year-old company…
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.
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