Claims
2009-2010 marked a series of "firsts" in Atlantic Canada, particularly in Nova Scotia, as several legal issues were addressed before the court for the first time.
By J. Gregory Clooney and Sheree L. Conlon | January 31, 2011
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It was a relatively busy year in Canadian courts for insurers. While all was relatively quiet on the Supreme Court of Canada front, with the exception of release of the much-anticipated decision in Progressive Homes v. Lombard, the Ontario Court of Appeal had a particularly busy year, with no less than six major insurance coverage […]
By Christopher Dunn | January 31, 2011
Insurers and plaintiff lawyers call upon forensic accountants to provide expert reports, which set out the income loss suffered by individuals as a result of injuries sustained in an accident. There are many factors involved in preparing these reports and as a result many opportunities for the accountant to misstep. For the careful reader, these […]
By Michael Sigsworth and Darrell Sherman | January 31, 2011
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Early cases offer some guidance as to when a claim will fall within the cap in Nova Scotia, Alberta, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island.
January 31, 2011
A catastrophe is an opportunity for adjusters and insurers to outdo themselves and provide outstanding claims service. In this issue, we look at when and how catastrophe response services are set up. Defining catastrophe A catastrophe is a sudden disaster of immense proportions that causes havoc to people, property and the natural environment. Many catastrophe […]
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MEA Forensic has appointed Xaine Bhatia as its business development specialist in Ontario.Bhatia has more than 13 years of experience in business development, project management and communications. She has a Masters degree from the University of Toronto.”This unique combination of education and experience equips Xaine with the insight needed to understand and fulfill the specialized […]
Douglas Nathan Hurlbut passed away quietly at St Michaels Hospital on Jan. 23, 2011, after a very brief encounter with cancer. The Ontario Pond of the Honorable Order of the Blue Goose recognized the passing of Hurlbut. “It is with great sorrow that the Pond learned Gander Doug Hurlbut took his Long Last Flight” the […]
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Friends of Hughes Amys Barristers and Solicitors gathered at the Irish Embassy for the firm’s annual Holiday Party on Nov. 25. Chuck Jackson, lead singer of Downchild Blues Band, provided tunes to keep the party hopping.
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Matson Driscoll & Damico Ltd (MDD) hosted its annual American Thanksgiving party on Nov. 25 at the Real Sports Bar & Grill in Toronto. Approximately 350 industry guests attended, raising $3,000 for the Starlight Children’s Foundation.
McCague Borlak LLP welcomed in the New Year by hosting industry guests for their annual ‘Christmas in January‘ traditional reception of cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, as well as a chance to tour their newly renovated office space at 130 King Street West, 26th Floor in Toronto.
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