Professional Liability Insurance

According to a recent judgment of the Superior Court of Quebec, the refusal by an insured to submit to a statutory examination at the request of the insurer is not a lack of collaboration because this practice is not mandatory under the Civil Code Quebec. The duty to defend arises as soon as allegations of misconduct are brought against an insured. Given the conflict, the insured may choose a lawyer of his choice and the fees will be paid by the insurer. Dubé Légal inc., Montreal civil and commercial litigation lawyers.