Kugler Kandestin files class action on behalf of victims of sexual abuse perpetrated by former hockey coach François Lamarre

September 1, 2020 Kugler Kandestin has filed an Application for Authorization to Institute a Class Action on behalf of individuals who were sexually abused by the late François Lamarre while he was a hockey coach in and for the City of Greenfield Park (Longueuil). The Application for Authorization alleges that François Lamarre engaged in reprehensible…

Read More

Kugler Kandestin Lawyers Recognized in the Best Lawyers in Canada 2021

We are proud to report the recognition of the following 10 Kugler Kandestin lawyers across 14 areas of practice: Pierre Boivin  – Class Action Litigation Michael Gaon – Equipment Finance Law, Insolvency and Financial Restructuring Law Gerald F. Kandestin – Asset-Based Lending Practice, Banking and Finance Law, Insolvency and Financial Restructuring Law Gordon Kugler – Bet-the-Company Litigation, Class Action…

Read More

Class action authorized against Les Soeurs de la Charité and the CIUSSS de la Capitale-Nationale

Victims of sexual, physical and psychological abuse suffered at Mont d’Youville Important development We are pleased to announce that, on August 6, 2020, the Honourable Étienne Parent, J.S.C., rendered a Judgment authorizing our application for authorization to institute a class action for the benefit of the following class (hereinafter, “Class”): « All persons or successions of…

Read More

Major Development: Quebec to retroactively abolish limitation periods (prescription) in sexual abuse lawsuits

The minister of justice announces the abolition of prescription as a ground of defence to civil actions claiming damages against religious communities and other organizations. Montreal, June 4, 2020 The Minister of Justice Sonia Lebel announced the tabling of Bill 55 “An Act to amend the Civil Code, in particular to make civil actions for…

Read More

Kugler Kandestin files class action to seek compensation for the residents, and their family members, of CHSLD Herron

April 17, 2020 Kugler Kandestin has filed an Application for Authorization to Institute a Class Action and Obtain the Status of Representative concerning the maltreatment of residents of the CHSLD Herron. The Application alleges that the CHSLD Herron acted recklessly and showed a wanton disregard for the life, safety and dignity of its residents. On…

Read More

Kugler Kandestin files class action against L’Unique Assurances Générales Inc. for failing to indemnify dental clinics for their business interruption losses due to COVID-19

Kugler Kandestin has filed an Application for Authorization to Institute a Class Action and to Obtain the Status of Representative in the matter of Centre Dentaire Boulevard Galeries d’Anjou Inc. vs. L’Unique Assurances Générales Inc. (“L’Unique”). This Application for Authorization relates to the fact that dental clinics in Quebec have had to close, reduce or interrupt…

Read More

Kugler Kandestin and Siskinds Desmeules file amended application for authorization to institute a class action against Desjardins in connection with massive data breach

Update January 24, 2020: Today, we sent an email to class members who have communicated with us to date in order to advise them of recent developments with respect to the Desjardins data breach class action. In summary, on January 20, 2020, the attorneys for class members (Siskinds and Kugler Kandestin) filed with the Court a joint Application…

Read More

Authorization of class action against the Attorney General of Quebec for violations of detainees’ Charter right to the presumption of innocence and reasonable bail

We are very pleased to announce that the Superior Court of Quebec has rendered a judgment authorizing this class action brought against the Attorney General of Québec for the systematic violation of the right of detainees in Québec to have their detention reviewed by a judge in accordance with the Criminal Code. Kugler Kandestin is…

Read More

COVID-19

Dear friends, Please be advised that while our office is currently closed in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, Kugler Kandestin LLP continues to work hard to take care of our clients, our team, and our community. Our entire team of lawyers and support staff are working remotely to ensure that we continue to provide you…

Read More

Kugler Kandestin is thrilled to announce that the Quebec Superior Court has authorized the institution of a class action against the legal entities forming the Brothers of the Sacred-Heart on behalf of all victims throughout Quebec who were sexually abused by a member of the religious order

Kugler Kandestin and the numerous victims of sexual abuse that have contacted the firm are rejoicing in this decision.  The Judgment will allow Kugler Kandestin to proceed with a class action lawsuit claiming significant compensatory damages for each victim, as well as punitive damages in the amount of $15 million. Many victims have communicated with…

Read More

Class action filed on behalf of detainees in Nunavik for violation of constitutional rights

Kugler Kandestin is collaborating with Coupal Chauvelot in a class action proceeding against the Attorney General of Quebec for the systematic violation of detainees’ constitutional rights in Nunavik. This class action seeks compensation for individuals who were detained and denied the right to be brought before a judge within three clear days of their appearance…

Read More

Kugler 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 More