The Ontario Court of Appeal’s decision in Diep v. Mac’s Convenience Stores examines whether occupiers and contractors can deduct SABS under section 267.8 of the Insurance Act and defeat OHIP’s subrogated claim.
statutory accident benefits
LAT: Is a Mobility Scooter an “Automobile” in Ordinary Parlance?
Mobility scooter or automobile? The Ontario LAT in Bartok v Intact says “automobile” under the ordinary parlance test. A critical look at the decision and its implications for accident benefits and insurance.
The Nexus Test in Ontario Accident Benefits: Wilson and Wais
Two Coachman decisions appear to point in opposite directions on nexus and priority. They don’t. Wilson and Wais reveal a disciplined framework reshaping how accident benefits claims are adjudicated at the LAT.