Kugler Kandestin files class action against the Desjardins Group in connection with massive data breach of close to 3 million members
Update July 5, 2019: On July 5, 2019, we sent an email to class members who have communicated with us to date in order to respond to questions with respect to the class action. We invite you to read our email by clicking here. On June 21, 2019, Kugler Kandestin, in conjunction with LPC Avocats…
Read MoreKugler Kandestin obtains a major victory at the Supreme Court of Canada in favour of victims of sexual abuse in Quebec
June 7, 2019 We are extremely pleased to report that the Supreme Court of Canada has rendered a landmark decision in favour of victims of sexual abuse. The Supreme Court of Canada’s ruling resolves a controversy arising from an amendment to the Civil Code of Quebec in 2013 regarding the delays for abuse victims to institute a…
Read More2019 Canadian Lexpert Directory Recognizes Kugler Kandestin Lawyers
Kugler Kandestin is proud to announce the recognition of its lawyers as leading practitioners. The 2019 Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory, a pre-eminent directory of legal practitioners in Canada, recognizes the following Kugler Kandestin lawyers as leaders in their respective fields: Gordon Kugler – Product Liability Litigation, Professional Liability, Insurance Litigation, and Corporate Commercial Litigation Gerald F….
Read MoreCourt of Appeal of Quebec confirms $14 billion damages award against Canadian tobacco industry giants
Kugler Kandestin, who is handling, in collaboration with two other law firms, two Class Actions filed in 1998 against Canada’s three largest tobacco manufacturers, Imperial Tobacco Canada Ltd (“ITL”), Rothmans Benson & Hedges Inc. (“RBH”), and JTI-McDonald Corp. (“JTI”), is pleased to announce that on March 1, 2019, 5 judges of the Court of Appeal…
Read MoreKugler Kandestin named Plaintiff Firm of the Year by Benchmark Canada
The firm is extremely proud of this recognition and that of five of its lawyers as “Litigation Stars”. At an award ceremony held in March 2019, Kugler Kandestin was recognized as the Plaintiff firm of the year. Kugler Kandestin was selected based on research conducted through extensive interviews with litigators, dispute resolution specialists and their clients…
Read MoreKugler Kandestin shortlisted for three Benchmark Canada Litigation Awards
Kugler Kandestin is proud to announce that it has been recognized and shortlisted for three Benchmark Canada Litigation Awards in the following categories: Law firm of the year, Québec Plaintiff firm of the year, Québec Robert Kugler, Plaintiff (Class Action) attorney of the year, Québec Nominees are selected based on research conducted through extensive interviews…
Read MoreThe Best Lawyers in Canada 2019 Recognizes Kugler Kandestin Lawyers
Kugler Kandestin is proud to announce that 9 of its lawyers have been included across 13 areas of specialization.
Read MoreKugler Kandestin obtains important judgment in tragic train incident case
Superior Court of Québec rules that the Old Port of Montreal Inc. is 90% responsible for Plaintiff’s catastrophic injuries.
Read MoreKugler Kandestin represents senior secured and DIP lender in successful restructuring under the CCAA and CBCA
AZZIMOV INC. is an innovative creator of marketplace and merchandising software focused on leveraging artificial intelligence through machine learning for application for e-commerce sites and e-marketplaces. It recently completed a successful debt and equity restructuring under the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act and the Canada Business Corporations Act. Kugler Kandestin represented Azzimov’s senior security and DIP…
Read MoreKugler Kandestin represents M0851 in its successful refinancing and restructuring
M0851 is a manufacturer and retailer of distinctive leather garments and accessories. Unfortunately, like many other retailers, M0851 found itself in financial crisis. Several months later, M0851 has successfully completed an insolvency restructuring and refinancing. Kugler Kandestin represented M0851 throughout this successful process.
Read MoreKugler Kandestin obtains $1M+ judgment against Costco, including $500,000 in punitive damages
In a judgment dated November 22, 2017, the Superior Court of Québec rendered a decision in favour of our client, Simms Sigal & Co. Ltd., against Costco Wholesale Canada Ltd. in excess of $1,000,000 (including interest).
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