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November 25, 2025 – Click here to download a PDF of this article.   It is well established that the owner of an automobile is vicariously liable for the negligence of those who drive the vehicle with the owner’s consent. Further, insurance legislation across Canada recognizes that more than one insurance policy may cover a particular loss. When multiple...

November 03, 2025 – Risk Management Counsel of Canada (RMC) is proud to announce that all nine of our member firms have been recognized in the 2026 Best Law Firms in Canada rankings by Best Lawyers. Each firm earned a top-tier ranking for Insurance Law, many at both the national and regional levels, confirming RMC’s position as Canada’s leading...

October 03, 2025 – Risk Management Counsel of Canada (RMC) has once again achieved the prestigious Band 1 ranking in the Insurance (Legal Network), Nationwide — Canada category by Chambers & Partners. This repeated recognition reaffirms RMC’s sustained leadership and excellence in the Canadian insurance law arena. Chambers & Partners is widely respected for its rigorous, independent research and...

February 26, 2025 – Click here to download a copy of the article. Near the end of 2024, the New Brunswick Court of King’s Bench delivered the ruling in Trainor v DeArcos, 2024 NBKB 158, which provides interesting insights into the assessment of causation and damages in a personal injury claim. This decision addresses several concepts that are prevalent...