Publications

Cox & Palmer, Donati Maisonneuve, Fillmore Riley LLP, Manitoba, Newfoundland & Labrador, Quebec, July 16, 2026 – Subrogation can be one of the most effective tools available to recover claim payments, but only if the opportunity is identified and protected from the outset. In this presentation, RMC lawyers Vincent Messier (Donati Maisonneuve, Montreal), Claire Dowden (Cox & Palmer, St John’s) and Michael Zacharias (Fillmore Riley LLP, Winnipeg) provide a practical discussion on how claims professionals can maximize recovery opportunities while avoiding common mistakes that can undermine a potential subrogation claim. Topics include: When to subrogate, and when not to Strategies from the plaintiff perspective Preserving evidence and involving the right parties early Understanding covenants to insure and waivers of subrogation Common pitfalls that can eliminate recovery opportunities before litigation even begins Through real world examples and practical guidance, you’ll gain a better understanding of the steps that should...

Stein Monast, Quebec, July 02, 2026 – In 9285-6111 Québec inc. c. Dream Yacht Charter[1], the Superior Court recently gave full application to a choice of forum clause contained in the insurance contract identifying the court of competent jurisdiction for hearing disputes arising from the contract. A catamaran owned by 9285-6111 Québec inc. (‘9285″) and operated by Dream Yacht Charter (“DYC”) was...

Bilkey Law, CBM LLP, Donati Maisonneuve, Alberta, British Columbia, Quebec, June 10, 2026 – Subrogation in the condominium context raises a range of practical and legal considerations that vary across jurisdictions, from navigating bylaws and governing documents, to managing relationships with insureds, to understanding evolving legislative frameworks. Our panel of experienced insurance lawyers share practical guidance and regional perspectives to help you assess and advance subrogated condominium claims more effectively. Topics covered include: Handling condominium claims at the preliminary and investigatory stage, including: The role of strata/condominium bylaws Limitation periods and how they...

Fillmore Riley LLP, Manitoba, June 05, 2026 – According to the next to last words of the renowned criminal genius Vizzini, the greatest mistake is to get involved in a land war in Asia. “But”, he famously continued, “only slightly less well known is this: never attempt to prove disputed facts which might jeopardize your insured’s underlying legal position, in order to establish...