Third party claims have caused confusion and stress for a number of BC lawyers. Because of changes to both the rules and the limitation period to commence a third party proceeding, there has been an increase in claims reported by lawyers.
Don’t wait to add third parties! Determine early in the litigation what third parties should be added, and add them then to avoid a limitation issue.
In this three-minute video, Director of Claims, Leanne Wood, summarizes the rules and law with respect to third party claims.
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