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The Fast and the Furious: Spoliation Edition
What do street racing, an injured flagbearer, and spoliation of evidence have in common? Let’s review a recent motion decision to amend pleadings.
When there’s snow way out
The Supreme Court of Canada gives a refresher course on the law of negligence and reminds us when municipalities’ decisions will, and will not, be immune from liability.
Pardon the Interruption
Are Business Interruption Losses due to COVID-19 Covered? We are closer to some answers as class action moves towards trial.
David and Goliath: Bad Faith and the Vulnerable
In a recent LAT decision, the adjudicator was unfavorably “shocked” at an insurer’s conduct toward its insured. Let’s talk about what went so terribly wrong in this motion to dismiss an application.
Investigations Before Dismissal: Legally Optional, Practically Mandatory
Dismissals alleging cause are usually “all or nothing” litigation. A recent Manitoba Court of Appeal decision has confirmed employees are not entitled to pre-dismissal investigations. But there’s more…
On the Clock Even When You’re Not
In This ‘Right To Sue’ Application The WSIAT Deal With The Issue Of When A Worker’s Activity Is Considered To Be Reasonably Incidental To Their Employment.
Fresh from the Oven: Court Delivers Warning to Pizza Drivers
Find out why this pizza delivery driver was denied coverage.
Ice Is Back with A Brand New Decision
Does slipping on ice next to a vehicle come within the definition of accident under Ontario’s statutory accident benefits scheme?
Saddle Up! Man kicked by horse … or was he?
Why the Ontario Superior Court said “Neigh”.
Executive Protection: Now 100% Effective Against “Workers”
Are Executive Officers protected from civil liability under the WSIA regardless of optional coverage?