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Consultation
Practical guidance for property owners, insurers, lawyers, or other parties involved in property insurance claim disputes.
Fee basis
Hourly or flat-rate
Services
Independent property claims dispute resolution
A focused practice supporting property owners, insurers, counsel, and other parties involved in disputed property insurance claims in Ontario.
Why appoint George
A disciplined, statutory-grounded neutral
Independent and Neutral
A disciplined, impartial approach grounded in statutory interpretation rather than industry custom or advocacy.
Statutory Expertise
Deep understanding of the Insurance Act, particularly sections 128 and 143, and the historical role of appraisal as a narrow, valuation-focused mechanism.
Respect for All Participants
Acknowledging the legitimate contributions of insurers, adjusters, public adjusters, contractors, counsel, and policyholders.
Experience with Complex Claims
Modern multi-peril policies and evolving claims practices demand careful, principled analysis.
Collaborative and Constructive
Open to engagement with regulators, industry associations, and legal organizations.
Focused on Fair, Efficient Outcomes
Supporting principled resolution without performing any adjusting or settlement-negotiation functions.
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Site Inspections
Independent site inspections to help review disputed property loss issues and clarify claim-related concerns.
Fee basis
Hourly or flat-rate
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Mediation Support
Support for parties seeking practical resolution of property insurance disputes through mediation.
Fee basis
Quoted by engagement
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Arbitration — Neutral Appointments
Neutral arbitration appointments available on an hourly-rate basis only.
Fee basis
Hourly-rate only
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Appraisal / Umpire Services
Appraisal and umpire services for property insurance disputes, including matters connected to s.128 of the Insurance Act of Ontario.
Fee basis
Hourly-rate only
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Court Appearance / Expert Witness Support
Court appearance and expert witness support when required, depending on the matter and scope.
Fee basis
Hourly or flat-rate
Also available
Speaking and policy participation
- → Speaking engagements with legal organizations, adjuster groups, insurers, and regulatory bodies
- → Participation in policy discussions on the modernization of Ontario's appraisal provisions
Discuss a matter
Reach out to discuss whether George can assist with your file.