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...

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...

Donati Maisonneuve, Quebec, 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...

Blaney McMurtry LLP, CBM LLP, Donati Maisonneuve, Fillmore Riley LLP, Northpoint Legal, Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, June 14, 2024 – Our panel of RMC lawyers from across Canada explore how damage awards for chronic pain and psychological injuries are treated in different jurisdictions. During the webinar, panelists present five recent case examples from the Courts. Each case will conclude with a discussion on how other jurisdiction would likely treat a claim with similar facts.  ...