Publications

Stein Monast, Quebec, November 23, 2022 – In reversing a judgment rendered by the Court of Quebec, the Court of Appeal recently ruled on the scope of QEF-27—a standard endorsement contained in Quebec auto insurance policies. In this decision, the meaning of the “financial consequences” covered by the endorsement was analyzed. The appellant, Transport Kahkashan Inc. (“TKI”), subcontracted the delivery of goods...

Stein Monast, Quebec, November 23, 2022 – When it comes to civil liability insurance, it’s not uncommon for a primary insurance policy to cover a certain amount, and for any amounts claimed in excess of the primary insurance policy limit to be covered by what is known as an excess insurance policy, until that policy’s limit has been reached. In fact, multiple...

CBM LLP, Cox & Palmer, Kelly Santini LLP, Alberta, New Brunswick, Ontario, November 16, 2022 – Disagreements over future earnings, future capacity and future cost of case can be major stumbling blocks when trying to settle a claim. In the webinar for insurance claims handlers and adjusters, RMC lawyers from New Brunswick, Ontario and Alberta discuss the principles used to assess these claims, recent trends in awards from the courts and...

Stein Monast, Quebec, October 24, 2022 – There are a number of situations which might involve the use of a nominee, such as concealing the identity of a building’s true owner. However, the use of a nominee for this purpose is not without certain risks, especially regarding matters of home insurance. The Decision The recent decision rendered by the Superior Court in...