Publications

McKercher LLP, Saskatchewan, January 19, 2024 – Hoedel v WestJet Airlines Ltd. and Other Developments in Sequencing In prospective class actions, the issue of sequencing has become a focus for parties and courts. Sequencing refers to the order in which a judge will consider the certification application and other applications, such as those for summary judgment or a stay. The Court of...

SVR Lawyers, Alberta, November 27, 2023 – In Plante v Darling 2023 ABKB 335, a summary trial was held with respect to a tragic accident that occurred on October 1, 2015. Mr. Plante, the Plaintiff did not issue a Statement of Claim in respect of the motor vehicle accident against the Defendants until October 31, 2017. The Statement of Claim plead damages...

Northpoint Legal, November 27, 2023 – As much as we love them, when pets behave badly towards others and cause harm, pet owners can be exposed to liability for harm arising out of such conduct. Claims involving pet attacks can often be more complex and nuanced than they appear on the surface, especially where they involve bodily injury claims such as...

Blaney McMurtry LLP, CBM LLP, Fillmore Riley LLP, Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario, November 24, 2023 – Insurers are often confronted with claims involving multiple policies and/or multiple jurisdictions. These claims immediately raise questions about coverage and shared defences. In this webinar, RMC lawyers from Ontario, Manitoba and Alberta review key case law, common claim scenarios and how best insurers should proceed when dealing with multiple policies Part 1 – Multiple Policies...