Topic Claims
How supply chain back-ups are contributing to cargo theft
March 9, 2022 by Jason ContantSupply chain disruptions and back-ups due to COVID-19 and other factors (such as a shortage of drivers or trucks to deliver product) are contributing to concerns around cargo theft, a transportation industry expert says. “When you have more [cargo] that’s…
Where insurers are at with Canadian pandemic BI litigation
March 9, 2022 by David GambrillCanadian courts are dealing with pandemic business interruption (BI) cases at a glacial pace compared to those in the U.K. and the United States, prompting some legal observers to call for judicial reform. “As the pandemic extends into its third…
Wildfire debris removal begins in Lytton
March 8, 2022 by Dirk Meissner - THE CANADIAN PRESSVICTORIA – The first signs of a long-awaited start of rebuilding in fire-ravaged Lytton, B.C., are expected to begin Tuesday, says the village’s mayor. Jan Polderman said Monday that work to remove debris from the wildfire that destroyed much of…
Court upholds minor injury guideline on shoulder tears
March 7, 2022 by David GambrillPartial shoulder tears are “minor injuries” under Ontario’s Minor Injury Guidelines (MIG), which cap accident benefits for drivers suffering minor injuries at $3,500, the License Appeal Tribunal (LAT) has confirmed. Mohd’Ismail Patel, a delivery truck driver, was injured in an…
Debris from cargo ship spill last fall spreading along B.C. coast: beach cleaners
March 7, 2022 by The Canadian PressTOFINO, B.C. – A volunteer organization that has been cleaning up debris from a cargo ship that lost 109 containers off the B.C. coast last fall says the incident should be a wake-up call to the need for more urgent…
Court overturns $100K bad faith award against Lloyd’s, Industrial Alliance
March 4, 2022 by David GambrillAn insured is not entitled to a bad faith cost award based on his travel insurers’ conduct in settling the claim with foreign medical service providers, so long as the insured is not exposed to pay settlement amounts that exceed…
Poilievre promises to build more pipelines, remove oil tanker ban in northern B.C.
March 4, 2022 by The Canadian PressREGINA – Ottawa-area MP Pierre Poilievre says he would repeal what he calls Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s “anti-energy” laws if he becomes the next leader of the Conservatives. Pierre told a campaign stop in Regina that if he becomes party…
Zurich Resilience Solutions in Canada adds new executive talent
March 2, 2022 by David GambrillZurich Canada is growing Zurich Resilience Solutions (ZRS) in Canada, adding Scott Thomas to the team as the head of ZRS for Canada and Chris Snider as head of sales and distribution. “This investment in ZRS Canada talent is an exciting step on our journey…
Where Aviva Canada CEO sees commercial and auto lines heading
March 2, 2022 by Jason ContantPressures on commercial insurance rates will continue for the near future, but there will still be opportunities to write new business, says Jason Storah, CEO of Aviva Canada. As for auto lines, it remains to be seen how driving levels…
What auto claims will look like in three years
March 1, 2022 by Alyssa DiSabatinoThe claims experience will become increasingly automated over the next three years, as many customers are handling their claims virtually – and this will impact insurance professionals’ daily work, a recent LexisNexis report predicts. LexisNexis Risk Solutions 2025 Claims…
Fort Mac bowling alley covered for water damage despite flood exclusion
March 1, 2022 by David GambrillA Fort McMurray, Alta., bowling alley is entitled to coverage for water damage sustained in the April 2020 flooding, despite its insurance policy containing a clear flood exclusion. The Alberta Court of Queen’s Bench found Intact included a coverage extension…
Winners and losers in preventing cyberattacks
February 28, 2022 by Jason ContantCanada’s financial services industry pushed back against cybercriminals last year, cutting in half the percentage of cyberattacks on the sector. The financial services industry (including insurance) has long been a top target for cybercriminals chasing high-reward payday. But that is…