Ann Davison

Flaherty McCarthy LLP

We are a prominent insurance litigation Firm founded in 1994, representing insurers and individuals across Ontario and the United States, from our offices in Toronto, Whitby, and Ottawa. We litigate, negotiate and mediate motor vehicle tort and accident benefit claims, including catastrophic, priority and loss transfer disputes, and occupiers' and product liability matters. We assist our insurer clients develop an overall litigation strategy and manage risk. We also represent seriously injured people. The Firm's experience and tactical approach allows it to effectively represent class action plaintiffs. Our clients benefit from the advancement of their cases which has lead to the growth of the law in this important area of our civil justice system. The privilege of helping other lawyers with their cases and being called upon to mediate insurance disputes for other litigants is rewarding. Dedication to education is exemplified by publication and teaching at Universities, Colleges, and other organizations. We learn by educating. We are better lawyers because of it. Catherine Zingg authors and edits the periodically revised Accident Benefits in Ontario (originally authored by James Flaherty) published by Canada Law Book, and writes the monthly Accident Benefits Newsletter widely read in the insurance industry. In the proud tradition of our profession, we volunteer on Boards and organizations involving our communities and the profession. Our contribution to making things better is our reward. We are lawyers committed to public service. Our co-founding partner, the Honourable James Flaherty, PC, MP, served as Canada's Minister of Finance from 2006 to 2014, and Christine Elliott has previously served as MPP for Ontario and was Deputy Leader of the Official Opposition. This is who we are. Forward thinking strategic litigators. We are here for you.