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November 16, 2020 – In the recent judgment, Partner Reinsurance Company Ltd. v. Optimum Réassurance inc., the Court of Appeal revised the rules of Quebec private international law in a reinsurance framework. Partner Reinsurance Company Ltd. (“Partner Re”), signed a reinsurance and retrocession contract with Optimum Réassurance inc. (“Optimum”). Several of the insured parties and risks covered are located in...

October 26, 2020 – Comprehensive construction site civil liability insurance policies (also known as construction insurance or wrap-up liability policies) are often required by property owners and clients that are planning a construction project. This type of policy has the added benefit of covering the liability of all stakeholders instead of relying on specific insurance coverage for each individual...

October 26, 2020 – As per the announcement that had been made over the summer, the Minister of Justice and the Chief Justice of Quebec signed an order1 on August 31, 2020, confirming that the suspension of time limits for civil matters2 would be lifted as of September 1, 2020. However, the terms applicable to the calculation of various time...

September 25, 2020 – These days, people without insurance policies to cover civil liability and potential damage that could affect their wealth—be it through a home, auto or travel insurance policy—are few and far between. However, despite the wide range of insurance coverage available, all policies mention certain obligations stemming from the contract between the insurer and the insured....