When winter weather warms: Freeze-thaw cycles and the risks of slip and falls
As we navigate yet another Canadian winter to spring transition, it is important we understand the risks around this oscillating weather. In particular, the warming and freezing cycles we see well into March, sometimes even April. “Freeze-thaw cycles” refers to the weather phenomenon Canadi…
View the post titled When winter weather warms: Freeze-thaw cycles and the risks of slip and fallsHow recent court rulings shape class action certification in British Columbia
If you are included in a class action that has been started in British Columbia, one of the first questions you likely have is whether the lawsuit will proceed. The answer depends on class action certification — a procedural step that determines whether a claim can move forward on behalf of …
View the post titled How recent court rulings shape class action certification in British ColumbiaAn error in clinical judgment requires actually exercising clinical judgment
In Ontario, in order to be successful in a medical negligence action, a plaintiff must prove a number of elements, including that the health care provider breached the standard of care of a prudent and reasonable practitioner in the circumstances, and that the breach of the standard of care …
View the post titled An error in clinical judgment requires actually exercising clinical judgmentClass action certification in British Columbia
Class actions are now a familiar part of the legal system in British Columbia. They allow people with similar legal claims to band together in a single lawsuit, making it possible to pursue cases that would be too expensive or complex to bring on an individual basis. In that sense, class act…
View the post titled Class action certification in British Columbia Missed or delayed stroke diagnosis: legal options and why early treatment matters
What is a missed or delayed stroke diagnosis? A missed or delayed stroke diagnosis can have serious adverse effects, including brain damage, paralysis, permanent disabilities, and even death. Because of these serious adverse effects, it is important for stroke to be considered and ruled out …
View the post titled Missed or delayed stroke diagnosis: legal options and why early treatment mattersNew consumer safeguards under British Columbia’s Business Practices and Consumer Protection Act
On March 31, 2025, British Columbia’s Bill 4 received Royal Assent, introducing several changes to the province’s Business Practices and Consumer Protection Act (the Act). Some of these amendments came into force immediately, while others will not be formally included in the Act until new re…
View the post titled New consumer safeguards under British Columbia’s Business Practices and Consumer Protection ActWhat British Columbia residents need to know about participating in class actions
As a Canadian, you have likely encountered news articles or other social media posts notifying you about ongoing or settled class actions. In recent years, you may have noticed that many of these class actions were commenced in British Columbia (BC). As a resident of British Columbia, you m…
View the post titled What British Columbia residents need to know about participating in class actionsClass action pursued concerning safety defects with GLP-1 drugs Mounjaro, Trulicity, & Zepbound
An application has been filed in Quebec to obtain authorization to institute a class action concerning the drugs Mounjaro, Trulicity, and Zepbound, alleging that the widely used diabetes and weight-loss medications may expose patients to serious health risks that were not adequately disclose…
View the post titled Class action pursued concerning safety defects with GLP-1 drugs Mounjaro, Trulicity, & ZepboundCancer-linked drug and product lawsuits: Legal pathways for affected patients
Patients who have been diagnosed with tumours or cancers after using pharmaceutical or health products may be able to pursue legal claims against manufacturers when credible scientific or regulatory evidence links those products to increased cancer risks. In such cases, product liability and…
View the post titled Cancer-linked drug and product lawsuits: Legal pathways for affected patients2026 Increases: Statutory deductibles and thresholds – A continued legislated barrier to full recovery
Did you know that if you have been hurt in a motor vehicle collision seriously enough to receive an award for pain and suffering, it may be reduced by $47,913.01? This amount is known as the statutory deductible and, worse yet, it is tied to inflation and increases each year. If you are inju…
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