Commercial/Tort Case Law Summaries

Following the trial in this matter, which arose from injuries the plaintiff sustained in a motor vehicle accident, Justice Schabas awarded the defendant costs in the sum of $131,980.35. The defendant sought production of plaintiff's counsel's adverse costs insurance policy pursuant to Rule 30.92. Counsel for the plaintiff objected on the ground that the plaintiff...

The plaintiff sued following a 2010 motor vehicle accident, when she was 19 years old. She alleged to have sustained soft tissue injuries, which resulted in ongoing issues with pain and psychological trouble. The jury awarded $29,000 for past loss of income, $4,000 for future loss of income, and $20,000 for general damages. Justice Charney...

The 65 year old plaintiff suffered chronic pain and headaches as a result of a motor vehicle accident. The jury awarded $62,500 for general damages; $0 for past and future loss of income; $2,500 for out of pocket expenses; and $23,400 for future healthcare costs. On the threshold motion, Justice Mitchell held that the plaintiff...

The plaintiff alleged to have sustained damages as a result of a motor vehicle accident. The defendant admitted liability but argued that the minor collision could not have caused the lasting injuries alleged by the plaintiff. After a two week trial, the jury awarded the plaintiff $10,000 for general damages and $14,000 for past loss...