Lower Auto Insurance Rates Act defeated by Conservatives
On April 18, 2019, my bill entitled “The Lower Automobile Insurance Rates Act” was debated at Queen’s Park and defeated by the Conservative Government.
https://www.downsviewadvocate.ca/2019/05/lower-auto-insurance-rates-act-defeated-by-conservatives/
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Ontario Court of Appeal: Insured’s Failure to Provide Up to Date Address Not a “Breach of Duty to Cooperate” as not “Substantial”
The insured has a duty to cooperate with defence counsel appointed by his insurer. The Ontario Court of Appeal recently reconfirmed that this duty to cooperate is not subject to a standard of perfection. Instead, to establish a breach of duty, an insurer must show that the insured’s breach was “substantial” and not merely “inconsequential or trifling”. The Court will always consider the facts and consequences of the alleged conduct to determine whether a breach can be established.
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Practical Strategies Webinar – Medical Marijuana: What Health Care Professionals Need To Know
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OW and ODSP Overpayment Recovery Rates May Increase From 5% to 10%
The Auditor General has recommended that both Ontario Works (OW) and the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) increase the amount they collect toward outstanding overpayments.