In an effort to improve the efficiency of the civil justice system, the Code starts with the notion of voluntary dispute prevention and resolution methods.
http://www.claimscanada.ca/issues/article.aspx?aid=1002705101
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I didn’t file a claim. Will my insurance go up anyway?
In addition to wondering whether your premium may increase, should the accident be reported to your insurance company, and what are the possible consequences of not doing so? http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-drive/car-tips/i-didnt-file-a-claim-will-my-insurance-go-up-anyway/article15271746/
Lawyers are too expensive for most Canadians. Give more work to paralegals
Our justice system is in crisis. As many as 65 per cent of individuals involved in family court proceedings in Ontario do not have a lawyer. In the province’s civil courts, there are, by some estimates, more people representing themselves than parties with counsel. Increasingly, Ontarians are unable to afford lawyers’ services. This impairs meaningful access to the justice system. http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-debate/lawyers-are-too-expensive-for-most-canadians-give-more-work-to-paralegals/article15262477/#
Industry urged to take control of auto issue
“Adjusting the interest rates on SABS, which he said are higher than those offered by any bank” – Insurers looking to pay less interest on the overdue payments to accident victims – then stop denying the legitimate claims!!!
Industry must focus on cost management to fix Ontario auto system
Sharon Tennyson tells IBC Regulatory Affairs Symposium that there is hope for Ontario auto. One of the big issues plaguing the product, she said, is moral hazard. “By moral hazard, I mean making benefits available tends to attract claims. This can happen either by extra risk taking, extra use of benefits, or in some cases, even outright fraud,” she explained.
How A Black Box Could Lower Auto Insurance Rates
One of the major concerns held by many is that the data collected could be used against drivers down the road. If, for instance, the police come knocking on the insurance company’s door bearing a warrant, they will gain access to a client’s data.
http://www.liveinsurancenews.com/black-box-lower-insurance-rates/8530374/
Rating automobile insurance coverage Premiums higher, payouts lower — insurers maximize profits
In my view, the OTLA report card is missing two important subjects in which the insurance industry deserves an A+. Those are public relations and delay and deny tactics.
http://www.torontosun.com/2013/11/02/rating-automobile-insurance-coverage
Promises for transparency failing the disabled: Editorial
The government is refusing to give details on the success or failure of accessibility standards for the disabled.
Hamilton filmmaker fights after losing leg in collision as SIU investigates
‘Your whole life changes’ – this is what Premier Wynne and Minister Sousa need to read BEFORE agreeing to reduce coverage for catastrophic impairments – it happens in an instant – and it could be you.