Is a misrepresentation as to the use of the insured property relevant to the insurer?
British Columbia, Canada
The following excerpt is from Lee et al v. Canadian Northern Shield Insurance Company et al, 2005 BCSC 866 (CanLII):
The use of the insured property is relevant to the insurer. A misrepresentation as to the use of the property has been considered by this court to be a material misrepresentation: Perreira v. Family Insurance Corporation, 2001 BCSC 1236.
"The most advanced legal research software ever built."
The above passage should not be considered legal advice. Reliable answers to complex legal questions require comprehensive research memos. To learn more visit www.alexi.com.
Other Questions
When one spouse excludes property that is real property, is that a spouse entitled to an undivided half interest in the increased value of the property? (British Columbia, Canada)
Is a vehicle that is insured for farm use and pleasure use more than twice as much as the vehicle insured for the purpose of transporting the insured to and from work? (British Columbia, Canada)
Is a payment made by an insurer under a life insurance policy an indemnification of the insured under the policy? (British Columbia, Canada)
In what circumstances will an insurer be required to continue to pay disability benefits to an insured who has been spied on by the insurer? (British Columbia, Canada)
Is there an "insurance exception" where a plaintiff receives insurance from a defendant? (British Columbia, Canada)
What is the property of a property that is unique and specific performance? (British Columbia, Canada)
Can a strata recover damages from a property owner who causes damage to common property or strata lot? (British Columbia, Canada)
Is a joint tenant of a property owned by a deceased spouse entitled to claim the property from the deceased? (British Columbia, Canada)
What is the test for fraudulent misrepresentation in the purchase and sale of a residential property? (British Columbia, Canada)
Does a resulting trust arise when title to property is in one party's name but that party gave no value for the property? (British Columbia, Canada)
