ORA Response to the Consultations on Implementation of the $2 mil CAT benefit and Care, Not Cash
About the ORA: The ORA represents primarily small to medium sized healthcare businesses that collectively employ upwards of 4000 healthcare providers including Regulated Health Professionals from all disciplines, social workers, personal support and rehabilitation support workers.
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Why insurers say auto premiums could come down
Auto premiums in Canada rose more than 10% last year as loss ratios continue to climb, but some carriers are thinking about what to do if auto revenues come back down, an industry watcher suggests.
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How to make a good first step in the fight against auto fraud an even better one
The launch of Canadian National Insurance Crime Services [CANATICS] was a good move in the fight against auto claims fraud, but Canada is still at a disadvantage to other countries, a former police detective and senior Aviva claims executive said Wednesday.
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Case demonstrates usefulness of anti-SLAPP legislation
A recent case involving an employee who spoke out against alleged discriminatory practices at a large insurance company demonstrates an appropriate use of Ontario’s anti-SLAPP legislation, says Toronto defamation lawyer Brian Radnoff.
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CICB to cease accepting applications on Oct. 1
Beginning Oct. 1, individuals seeking compensation for costs that result from being a victim of crime should contact the Victim Quick Response Program +, according to an announcement on Sept. 6 from Social Justice Tribunals Ontario.
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Brain Injury Guidelines
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Following the Bent/Platnick case? There’s been a lot of interest in the upcoming SCC anti-slapp case.
Background: