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In Memoriam: Caroline Meyer Riley
It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our esteemed colleague and dear friend, Caroline Meyer Riley. Caroline’s departure on July 13, 2023, has left us deeply saddened, as we mourn the loss of an extraordinary legal professional and a cherished member of our law firm family.
Live Nation v Aviva: A Landmark Insurance Defence Case
Shocking Verdict Revealed in Live Nation v Aviva Insurance Battle – The Inside Scoop on the Game-Changing Landmark Case!
Commensurate Post-104 Week Employment Not a SABS Requirement
The Div Crt has ruled that the SABS post-104 “complete inability” test analysis of other suitable alternative employment does not require employment in a competitive, real-world setting, or employment which is comparable in terms of status and wages.
Intent is a state of mind. Or is it?
The insured stabbed a man while in the midst of a psychiatric episode. Find out why he was not entitled to a defence under his homeowners insurance policy.
The Ultimate Limitation Period: The Court of Appeal Weighs In
Does the claim have to arise while a plaintiff is a minor for Section 15(4)(b) of the Limitations Act, 2002 to apply?
The Grey: Featuring Section 28(4) of the WSIA, not Liam Neeson
Is the exception under section 28(4) of the WSIA black and white or shades of grey?
There once were two spouses, in two different houses
What does “have lived together in a conjugal relationship” mean where a couple did not live together for many months before the accident?
The Eyes and Ears of the Accident: How Witnessing Doesn’t Always Mean Being Involved
Does witnessing a motor vehicle accident make you involved in it?
Underlying Suspicions Not Always Enough to Waive Litigation Privilege
In this recent motion, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice considered the requirements for a party to succeed in obtaining what is otherwise privileged information. In Salamaszynski v Michael Garron Hospital, the Plaintiffs requested any...
Will Any Reason Do?
The Ontario Court of Appeal has allowed Allstate’s appeal from the Divisional Court decision in Varriano v. Allstate Company of Canada. The claimant, Nunzo Varriano, was injured in a motor vehicle accident on September 30, 2015, and paid IRBs...