Home Breadcrumb caret Partner Content Breadcrumb caret Announcements Breadcrumb caret Events Handling MVAs Involving Minor and Incapacitated Claimants Handling a typical MVA claim is routine for most insurance adjusters and claims handlers. But what happens when the accident involves an injured minor or someone incapacitated? In this YRMC webinar for new claims handlers and adjusters, RMC lawyers from Alberts, BC and Ontario will review the key differences in the claims settlement process and […] May 24, 2022 | Last updated on September 10, 2024 1 min read Handling a typical MVA claim is routine for most insurance adjusters and claims handlers. But what happens when the accident involves an injured minor or someone incapacitated? In this YRMC webinar for new claims handlers and adjusters, RMC lawyers from Alberts, BC and Ontario will review the key differences in the claims settlement process and the steps to take at the outset, during the claims settlement process, and when an agreement is reached. Key covered in the webinar will include: The Minors Property Act and Litigation Representative Initial steps to take when a claim lands on your desk Assessing damages How contributory negligence changes assessments How parents/guardian named as 3rd parties impacts the litigation Questions to ask during discovery of litigation representative How to conduct examinations with a minor Red flags – when and how to declare someone incapable Limitation Periods for claims involving minors Court approval process for settlements in Ontario, Alberta, and BC The webinar will conclude with a look at case law and damage awards examples from the Ontario, Alberta and BC courts. Panel Anna Iourina Blaney McMurtry LLP Toronto Carmen Tham Lindsay LLP Vancouver Paul Grewal SVR Lawyers Calgary Stuart Gray SVR Lawyers Calgary
