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December 14, 2020 – Canadian jurisdictions take three (3) different approaches to the question of the standard of care expected of homeowners or property owners when considering a slip, trip and fall action. These approaches are: occupiers’ liability legislation; the common law of occupiers’ liability; or general principles of negligence. Read More

November 16, 2020 – In this case, the Plaintiff tripped and fell on the premises owned and operated by the Defendant. As a result of the fall, the Plaintiff suffered a permanent partial disability to her middle finger on her right hand. The Defendant admitted partial liability for the fall, but argued contributory negligence. Read More

November 16, 2020 – Congratulation to Cox & Palmer who won Atlantic Canada Law Firm of the Year at the inaugural Canadian Law Awards in Toronto. The accolade comes to the firm after many initiatives and achievements in 2019, including a number of notable decisions, their recognition as the top insurance law firm in Canada, and becoming a founding...

July 20, 2020 – COVID-19 has shuttered economies across the country and around the world. Despite the lack of physical damage, business insurers everywhere are facing an onrush of business interruption claims that will persist for some time to come. In this webinar, our national panel of insurance lawyers update viewers on the latest developments in business interruption claims,...