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Insurance Coverage – Forcing the Insurer’s Hand (Part 2)

In Part 1, I ended with the issue of whether the insurer in these circumstances (where there are both allegations that are not covered and are covered by the policy) would be required to pay for the defence of my clients.  The law gets somewhat “subtle” on this point. In the past, the courts have…

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Insurance Coverage – Forcing the Insurer’s Hand (Part 1)

When dealing with liability coverage, for example through your homeowner’s policy, you are faced with a seemingly mass of confused wording of here is what you get, then later on, what you don’t.  It gets really confusing when you are sued and the allegations in the Statement of Claim allege claims that are both covered…

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The Construction Lien Act is Not for You!

Avoid it at all costs! It often is ineffective for small matters. On mid-level claims, unless there is a quick resolution, the costs will outweigh the likely benefits. Oh sure, you will read articles from other lawyers droning on and on about the 45 day lien period, the concept of preservation versus perfection and general liens….

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Landlord’s Surrender

I recently acted for a landlord concerning commercial premises it had leased to a tenant.  The tenant’s business was failing. The tenant made it clear that it was not going to be able to meet its obligations.  With the full knowledge of the landlord, the tenant packed up its goods and vacated the leased premises. …

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