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 MoreKugler 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 MoreKugler 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 MoreKugler Kandestin lawyers recognized in the 2020 edition of Benchmark Canada
The firm is extremely proud of the recognition of the following lawyers as “Litigation Stars” in various practice areas in the 2020 edition of Benchmark Canada: The Definitive Guide to Canada’s Leading Litigation Firms & Attorneys, a leading guide to Canada’s top litigation firms and attorneys, and of the recognition of Olivera Pajani as a “Future Star”: Pierre…
Read MoreKugler 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 MoreAuthorization 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 MoreCOVID-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 MoreKugler 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 MoreClass 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 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 MoreCourt authorizes class action for defective Norton products
We are pleased to announce that Judge François P. Duprat of the Superior Court of Quebec granted the Re-amended motion for authorization to file a class action that we are handling on behalf of all Quebec consumers who purchased and/or licensed certain Norton products.
Read MoreCourt authorizes class action concerning Expedia.ca, Hotels.com and Travelocity.ca websites
Update – March 8, 2019. We are pleased to announce that Justice Chantal Lamarche of the Superior Court of Quebec has granted the Application for authorization to institute a class action that we are advancing on behalf of all Quebec consumers who have made a hotel reservation via one of the websites…
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