Laura Emmett

Pop it like it’s hot at the London Claims Association’s Annual Junk in the Trunk and Drive-In Movie Night. #TheSBAWay

New Blog by Ethan Edwards. This Divisional Court decision affirms that dependency does not require co-residency, direct financial support, or day-to-day care. Evidence of emotional guidance and parental-style relationships can establish dependency under the SABS. #TheSBAWay

Shoutout to Ethan Edwards on a favourable result for our client in Borenko v. Wawanesa. The Tribunal found that the claimant did not meet the burden for MIG removal and dismissed all claims for IRBs, AC, and other benefits. #TheSBAWay Read more here: canlii.ca/t/kgqqq

This Supreme Court case has it all: guaranteed rebuilding cost, compliance cost exclusion, nullification, contract interpretation — find out what every insurer must know before the next total loss claim. #TheSBAWay Read more by Stas Bodrov here: bit.ly/3LQTm0c

Today, Stas Bodrov and Mai Nguyen joined Osgoode’s Motor Vehicle Accident Law and Practice Certificate program, covering the Minor Injury Guideline, Reconsiderations, Appeals, and Judicial Review. #TheSBAWay

We are proud to turn eight today! Time flies when you work with amazing team members, great clients, and some pretty adorable animals! Thank you to everyone who has supported us. #TheSBAWay

Letting ourselves get a little swept up in the holiday spirit this season. Wishing you a joyful and festive holiday from the SBA team. #TheSBAWay

Congratulations to Laura Emmett on her success in Alshawaf v. Co-operators. The insurer succeeded on all issues, including the MIG and non-earner benefits. The Tribunal criticized the s. 25 assessors’ reliance on self-reports. #TheSBAWay Read more: canlii.ca/t/kgh0d

Congrats to Ethan Edwards for participating in CDL’s D&I webinar, Resilience and Responsibility: Mistake Management Strategies and Perspectives from Lawyers in Underrepresented Communities. A great contribution to a meaningful conversation. #TheSBAWay

Another win for Julianne Brimfield! This time in Korkis v. Economical Insurance where the Tribunal upheld the MIG determination, with the claimant’s evidence falling short of the threshold required to establish enhanced benefits. #TheSBAWay Read more here: canlii.ca/t/kfm2d

Laura Emmett shared her perspective at the Canadian Society of Medical Evaluators’ hybrid course, “Establishing Causation in Complex Claims – Follow the Evidence,” helping make a challenging topic clear and engaging. #TheSBAWay

This weekend, our own Laura Emmett and Elizabeth Brotten of Foley Mansfield co-presented “Lessons on Leadership: The Ted Lasso Method” at the Washington Defense Trial Lawyers Annual Meeting in Whistler, sharing how kindness and strong leadership help teams thrive. #TheSBAWay

SBA’s own Ethan Edwards moderated a panel today on Defensible Fraud Investigations - Avoiding the Risks of Unconscious Bias at the CDL Annual Litigation Conference. #TheSBAWay

In Takwa v. Co-operators, the LAT dismissed the claim for accident benefits, finding the Applicant could not simply submit evidence and leave it to the Tribunal to connect the dots to make his case. Congrats, Laura Emmett. #TheSBAWay Read more here: canlii.ca/t/kb94h

In Zhang v. Travelers, the Claimant's failure to provide corroborating medical evidence establishing that a pre-existing condition prevented recovery from the accident related injuries if subject to the MIG was fatal to their claim.#TheSBAWay Read more: canlii.ca/t/k8xsx

Congratulations, Stas Bodrov! The claim for NEBs and medical/rehabilitation benefits was dismissed due to credibility concerns and lack of corroborating evidence. #TheSBAWay Read more here: canlii.ca/t/k8xv4

New Blog Alert from Rory Love: In Furtado v. Lloyd’s Underwriters, the Court of Appeal highlighted the importance of timely reporting of a claim by an insured. #TheSBAWay sbalawyers.ca/coverage/delay…