Court of Appeal reverses 1 year limitation imposed by SCJ for some Occupier’s Liability claims

Revision of the Traditional Deductions in Calculating Quantum of Damages

Nurses found liable for injuries to child suffered at birth – $5.2 million dollars awarded

The Court is set to consider whether payors of automobile insurance premiums should be excluded from sitting on juries and intervening parties are set to weigh in to assist the Court in making a determination.

Discoverability is triggered when the plaintiff knows that some damage has occurred and she has identified the specific tortfeasor who caused the damage. Knowledge of the damage alone does not trigger the limitation period.

Court of Appeal provides refresher with respect to limitation periods and municipal notice periods in cases dealing with minors.