Publications

CBM LLP, Alberta, May 14, 2018 – Allstate Insurance Company (the “Insurer”), issued an SPF No.1 policy (the “Policy”) to a vehicle owned by Ms. Jenine Greenidge (the “Insured”). The Insured was involved in a motor vehicle accident. The Insured made a claim pursuant to Section B of the Policy alleging soft tissue, whiplash related injuries, and TMJ injuries. Read more

Stein Monast, Quebec, May 11, 2018 – The Progressive Homes[1] judgment has had major repercussions on the damage insurance industry, especially for the holders and issuers of commercial general liability insurance, also known as CGL policies. The Supreme Court in fact broadened the scope of the notions of “accident” (occurrence) and “material damages.” Although some observers have believed seeing here an almost...

SVR Lawyers, Alberta, April 17, 2018 – From time to time in this industry we are faced with having to address claimants who feel they have been wronged, but whose situation does not fit within that of a recognized duty or standard of care.  In these situations, a Plaintiff may try to argue that a formerly unrecognized duty of care exists in...

Donati Maisonneuve, Quebec, April 17, 2018 – 9173-1521 Québec Inc. v. Municipalité de Saint-Georges-de-Clarenceville, 2017 QCCS 4399 In the framework of the dispute between 9173-1521 Québec Inc. (the “Plaintiff”) and the Municipality of Saint-Georges-de-Clarenceville (the “Municipality”), the latter party asked its civil liability insurer, La Mutuelle des municipalités du Québec (“MMQ”), to take up its defence. It also claimed the reimbursement of fees related to...