Introduction
[1] On the morning that this trial was to have commenced, the Abitong et al defendants brought this motion, among other motions, to compel production of an adverse costs insurance policy (“ACP”) that provides potential benefits to the plaintiffs. In accordance with the reasons that follow, the motion is dismissed.
Background
[2] This action was brought as a result of injuries alleged to have been suffered by the plaintiff, Tina Jamieson, following a rear-end motor vehicle collision that took place on December 16, 2011.
[3] Liability and damages are in dispute.
[4] The plaintiffs have advised the defendants as to the existence of such insurance coverage for the plaintiffs as well as the amount of such coverage. The plaintiffs have refused to provide a copy of the insurance policy itself for inspection for the reasons that follow.