Publications

Cox & Palmer, Prince Edward Island, November 16, 2020 – In this case, the Plaintiff tripped and fell on the premises owned and operated by the Defendant. As a result of the fall, the Plaintiff suffered a permanent partial disability to her middle finger on her right hand. The Defendant admitted partial liability for the fall, but argued contributory negligence. Read More

CBM LLP, Alberta, November 16, 2020 – Whether you are handling a first party claim or a third party claim, managing litigation with a self-represented party (“self-rep”) creates its own set of challenges beyond those expected in the normal course of any claims process.  Often, the self-rep is straightforward, easy to work and resolution comes easily, however, these cases are not the...

SVR Lawyers, Alberta, November 16, 2020 – On September 15, 2020, the High Court of Justice rendered its judgment in a test case brought by the Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”) to determine whether various policies held by small businesses would cover business interruption-related losses due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The case was heard over a two-week period commencing July 20, 2020. Read...

SVR Lawyers, Alberta, November 16, 2020 – Following the Weir-Jones decision which set out the most recent test in Alberta for summary judgment, there has been some confusion in the legal community as to how the Weir-Jones test is to be applied. The recent decision of Hannam v. Medicine Hat School District No. 76, 2020 ABCA 343 [Hannam] clarifies the law as it relates to summary judgment, as well...