Arbitrator assessed applicant's expenses at $56,592.95, allowing maximum hourly rate for senior counsel due to complexity.
The applicant was completely successful in her arbitration for statutory accident benefits and sought an assessment of her arbitration expenses.
The insurer disputed the hourly rates for senior counsel and a law clerk, the number of preparation hours, the use of junior counsel, and certain disbursements.
The arbitrator allowed the maximum hourly rate of $150 for senior counsel due to the complexity of the case and the applicant's success.
The arbitrator also allowed the use of junior counsel and a senior law clerk, and approved most of the claimed disbursements, including accounting reports used to calculate interest.
The applicant's expenses were assessed at a total of $56,592.95.
OFSCDRSOntario Financial Services Commission - Dispute Resolution ServicesJul 20, 2007
