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27 Aug 2013

The Non-Delegable Duty of Care

We explore a new case from the United Kingdom that may in time bring a new form of tortious liability to public organizations in Canada, like hospital operators, educators, and Social Service providers. Under the 'non-delegable duty of care', these organizations could become directly liable for the negligent acts of independent contractors carrying out their key functions.

In Woodland v. Essex County Council [2013] UKSC 66, the Supreme...

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26 Aug 2013

Changes Coming to Motor Vehicle Insurance on PEI

The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation is reporting that changes are coming to the Prince Edward Island automobile insurance benefits, so that these benefits will fall in line with what is offered in the other two Maritime provinces.

The proposed changes would lift the $2,500 minor injury cap to $7,500, along with changes to the definition of what constitutes a minor injury. Changes are also anticipated to a number of no-fault insurance...

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