Commercial litigation update: Top trends impacting clients going into 2021

As we move into the final months of 2020, a review of the past year has seen both new litigation challenges as a result of the pandemic, and a continuation of earlier trends, which, although temporarily delayed, continue to impact client risk exposures going forward. Whether it is a contract or insurance dispute or an insolvency or shareholder claim, organizations need to be carefully guided through these uncertain times to ensure their interests are protected. What types of commercial litigation will pose the biggest challenges for organizations in the year ahead? How are litigators preparing and advising clients as economic and operational risks continue to pose a threat of increased actions against organizations?

Key topics in the spotlight:
• The top types of commercial litigation threats organizations need to be aware of
- Emerging trends and new developments
• What sectors across Canada will be most impacted in the months ahead?
• How is the continuation of the pandemic impacting litigation strategies?
• Updates from the courts and case law developments
- Arbitration activity
• A class action update

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