Burden of Proof vs. Fraud: Back to Basics

Oct 30, 2019 | Coverage, SIU

The Court of Appeal has overturned a summary judgment decision in a coverage case, finding the judge reversed the burden of proof and failed to recognize that a trial is required in cases of potential fraud, where credibility is in issue.

Too Good to be True? May be your Wilful Blindness

Apr 9, 2019 | SIU

The Facts This sordid tale begins with an employee going rogue with a company credit card. The Defendant Fung began purchasing iPhones and iPads from the Defendant Minetto in November 2011. The first transaction was seemingly innocent. The two met in the parking lot...

Say it if you mean it

Jan 28, 2019 | SIU

UPDATE: This decision has since been overturned on appeal. Mr. Demetriou claimed he was robbed of a $550,000.00 ring (a family heirloom) that he was wearing on a gold chain around his neck while walking alone on a beach in Punta Cana. He had added the ring to his...