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How COVID affected the digital journeys of Aviva Canada and Marsh Canada
July 17, 2020 by Greg MeckbachThe pandemic could permanently change the way brokers and insurers take advantage of digital services. “I think the interesting thing about COVID that we have seen – not just in the insurance industry but in the broader context – is…
The Way Forward
July 14, 2020 David Gambrill, Editor in ChiefI remember the day everything changed. It was two days after the World Health Organization declared the novel coronavirus to be a global pandemic. On that Friday, Canadian Underwriter prepared for what has turned out to be a three-month stint…
Why Intact is named in lawsuit over COVID business interruption coverage
July 10, 2020 by Greg MeckbachMore than a dozen Canadian property & casualty insurers, including the largest in the nation, are named in a new proposed class-action lawsuit over business interruption coverage during the COVID-19 pandemic. The notice of action was filed July 6 with…
Briefing Note: New Brunswick
July 8, 2020 Canadian Underwriter StaffIn a nearly unprecedented situation, the province is in an economic state that reflects the rest of Canada, says Andrew McNair, CEO of the Insurance Brokers Association of New Brunswick. “The last 18 months have been challenging. But this seems…
The Aviva contagious disease policy wording at issue in class action BI coverage dispute
July 8, 2020 by Greg MeckbachThe question of whether non-essential businesses that closed during the pandemic are entitled to claim insurance – specifically, for cover arising as a direct result of an outbreak of contagious or infectious disease within 25 kilometres that is required by…
Ontario premier’s stance on liability protection from pandemic
July 8, 2020 by Greg MeckbachIt is not clear yet whether the Ontario government will grant any protection for liability arising from COVID-19, but the province will not protect “bad actors” in the long-term care or nursing home sector, a spokesperson for Premier Doug Ford…
Bar owners that offer rare wine and spirits carve takeout business model
July 8, 2020 Salmaan Farooqui - THE CANADIAN PRESSTORONTO – Bar and restaurant owners who deal in specialty alcohol say they’ve carved out a new business model around Ontario’s relaxed rules for takeout liquor, and they’ll fight to make the system permanent. In late March, the Ontario government…
How many of your low-mileage drivers are shopping around for a better deal?
July 6, 2020 by Greg MeckbachOne impact of the pandemic has been a large spike in customers who are shopping around for a better deal because they are not driving very much, LowestRates.ca reports. “Consumers don’t understand why different insurance companies are reacting differently to…
How the P&C industry can lead change in long-term care homes
June 30, 2020 by Greg MeckbachInsurers could be instrumental in pushing nursing homes and long-term care facilities to improve the way they manage the risk of a disease outbreak, a Toronto-based personal injury lawyer suggests. “As a plaintiff’s personal injury lawyer, I usually don’t see…
Return Migration
June 29, 2020 David Gambrill, Editor in ChiefThroughout Canada, provinces are starting a phased re-opening of the economy (albeit some regions are in more advanced stages than others). Doron Melnick, partner in KPMG’s
people and change advisory services practice, is advising businesses on how to return to the office while the global novel coronavirus remains a threat.
Why waivers won’t necessarily protect clients from COVID-19 liability
June 22, 2020 by Greg MeckbachWaivers of liability for disease transmission might protect commercial clients from lawsuits, but the industry will not know for sure until one is tested in an appeal court, a litigation defence lawyer suggests. A waiver will not, on its own,…
Health experts urge caution as big business demands loosening of travel rules
June 19, 2020 Christopher Reynolds - THE CANADIAN PRESSHealth experts are urging caution after business leaders called on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and provincial premiers to ease air travel restrictions. Paul Pottinger, professor of infectious diseases at the University of Washington’s School of Medicine, says big business should…