Publications

Stein Monast, Quebec, March 08, 2021 – Insurance policies aren’t just for businesses and individuals. In fact, an insurance company can also take out a policy that covers the risks it covers for its insureds. This is also known as a reinsurance contract. In other words, the reinsurer insures the insurer. Read More (en français)

SVR Lawyers, Alberta, February 24, 2021 – On December 9, 2020, Alberta’s Bill 37, the Builders’ Lien (Prompt Payment) Amendment Act received Royal Assent. The amendments to the Builders’ Lien Act are the first in nearly 20 years, and address long-standing concerns within the construction industry, including payment timelines, lien periods, and adjudication. The Alberta government has stated that changes will help...

SVR Lawyers, Alberta, February 24, 2021 – When a company first becomes aware of financial irregularities in its business, the first reaction is usually to get to the bottom of the concerns. When the issue is suspected fraud, the increased sensitivity needs a quicker response. In those cases, the company may expose itself to increased risk if the next steps are not...

CBM LLP, Cox & Palmer, Donati Maisonneuve, Kelly Santini LLP, Alberta, New Brunswick, Ontario, Quebec, February 05, 2021 – When an insurance claim is filed, in many instances the first step is to determine if the claim is covered by the policy and if the insurer has a Duty to Defend. In this RMC webinar, lawyers from across Canada guide insurers through the steps to take to determine if coverage is available and how...