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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...

August 18, 2025 – D&O insurance is designed to protect directors, officers, and in some cases the company itself, against claims arising from alleged wrongful acts committed in the course of their duties. Such claims may be brought by shareholders, creditors, employees, or even regulatory authorities. What Does a D&O Policy Cover? The Three Main Insuring Agreements Most D&O...

July 22, 2025 – Divided co-ownership living has its advantages, such as communal services and a certain collectivization of the risks. However, each co-owner has a duty to fulfil their obligations under the declaration of co-ownership, which is the cornerstone of co-ownership living. Attorneys Jessica Gauthier and Émilie Nadeau discuss the recent Superior Court decision in Syndicat des copropriétaires...

March 25, 2025 – Quebec’s principles of insurance claims for latent defects have been firmly established for over a decade. However, insurers frequently receive claims or questions from policyholders about potential claims. This creates headaches for insurers and policyholders, because of the fine distinction between latent defects and consequential damages. Each and every claim is unique, which means that...