The bleak future of MVA general damage awards in Ontario.

No uninsured automobile coverage if injured in a vehicle owned by either the Plaintiff or its spouse.

Counsel must be aware of the severe consequences of failing to accurately estimate the time required for Trial.

In this Divisional Court decision, a three-judge panel considered whether the applicant was entitled to Statutory Accident Benefits after being involved in an ATV accident while in British Columbia (“BC”).

Honest belief of valid insurance found despite cash and barter deal; lay witness testimony sufficient to show proof of economic loss.

Plaintiff’s 30.10 Wagg motion found to be premature where pleadings still open.