In this recent appeal of a LAT reconsideration, the Divisional Court confirmed an AB insurer cannot require a section 44 medical examination to determine eligibility for prescription medication claims.
Alexa Duggan
Alexa practices personal injury law at Cohen Highley LLP in London, with an emphasis on disability law and human rights. She is passionate about helping others, and is active in the local community to promote diversity and access to justice. She is currently a member of the Board of Directors of the Regional HIV/AIDS Connection, and volunteers as a committee member for the Brain Injury Association of London and Region.
Alexa completed her undergraduate studies at Western University in Political Science and was honoured to attend Osgoode Hall Law School to complete her Juris Doctor degree. During her time at Osgoode she had the opportunity to work with the Barbra Schlifer Commemorative Clinic, which provides legal services and advocacy for women who have experienced violence.
Alexa’s practice interests include sexualized violence and historic abuse, discrimination and other human rights abuses, and she is always interested in collaborating on matters that promote fairness and equality in the community.
Ontario (Government and Consumer Services) v. Gore Mutual Insurance Company, 2023 ONCA 433
This decision confirmed benefits coverage was available to an operator of an uninsured vehicle involved in a non-accident incident with another, insured vehicle.
Baker v. Blue Cross, 2023 ONSC 1891
In this case, the plaintiff is awarded full indemnity costs after an LTD jury trial.
Lambert et al v. Lambert, 2022 ONSC 6432
Plaintiffs in Historic Sexual Abuse Claim Granted Partial Summary Judgement on the basis of Guilty Plea to Criminal Charge
Fraser v. Fenchurch General Insurance, 2022 ONSC 6222
Plaintiff Awarded $150,000 Punitive Damages for Insurer’s Bad Faith Handling of Chronic Pain LTD Claim
M.J.H. v. Kenora-Rainy River Districts Child & Family Services, 2022 ONCA 292
Court of Appeal Denies OTLA Intervention in Historic Abuse Case and Misses Opportunity to Rectify Injustice
