Two Ontario Divisional Court judges got the exact same motion in writing.
Nov 20: Justice Shore dismisses it.
Nov 21: Justice Nakatsuru grants it.
Same facts, same law, opposite results 24 hours apart.
This is why mediation should be mandatory and why no case is ever a “slam dunk.”
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Two Ontario Divisional Court judges got the exact same motion in writing.
Nov 20: Justice Shore dismisses it.
Nov 21: Justice Nakatsuru grants it.
Same facts, same law, opposite results 24 hours apart.
This is why mediation should be mandatory and why no case is ever a “slam dunk.”
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Mayers v Wawanesa(2025) Applicant wins Catastrophic Impairment (Criterion 8) case. Adjudicator preferred detailed, consistent reports of Dr.Gavett-Liu+treating OTs showing marked impairment in ADL, social functioning & adaptation over insurer IEs. Strong new authority for SABS Criterion 8 cases.
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Mayers v Wawanesa(2025) Applicant wins Catastrophic Impairment (Criterion 8) case. Adjudicator preferred detailed, consistent reports of Dr.Gavett-Liu+treating OTs showing marked impairment in ADL, social functioning & adaptation over insurer IEs. Strong new authority for SABS Criterion 8 cases.
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Mayers v Wawanesa(2025) Applicant wins Catastrophic Impairment (Criterion 8) case. Adjudicator preferred detailed, consistent reports of Dr.Gavett-Liu+treating OTs showing marked impairment in ADL, social functioning & adaptation over insurer IEs. Strong new authority for SABS Criterion 8 cases.
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In Haddock v. Haddock (2025 ONSC 6287), the Court upheld testator’s intent for equal treatment despite massive asset growth since the will was written.
A timely reminder as AI & online Wills explode: clear drafting + regular reviews are critical when values can skyrocket.
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In Haddock v. Haddock (2025 ONSC 6287), the Court upheld testator’s intent for equal treatment despite massive asset growth since the will was written.
A timely reminder as AI & online Wills explode: clear drafting + regular reviews are critical when values can skyrocket.
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Late medical records arriving close to your LAT hearing? 🏥⏰
In Bennie v. Belair (2025 ONLAT 24-003062/AABS), the Tribunal allowed late production after weighing prejudice to both sides, a great reminder that fairness can still trump strict timelines.
Add this decision to your book of authorities
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