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Stein Monast, Quebec, November 16, 2020 – In the recent judgment, Partner Reinsurance Company Ltd. v. Optimum Réassurance inc., the Court of Appeal revised the rules of Quebec private international law in a reinsurance framework. Partner Reinsurance Company Ltd. (“Partner Re”), signed a reinsurance and retrocession contract with Optimum Réassurance inc. (“Optimum”). Several of the insured parties and risks covered are located in...
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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...
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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...
