Canadian Cook IVC Settlement now open to claims
On July 5th, 2024, a claims filing process became open to Canadians to apply for compensation for injuries suffered following the implant of certain IVC (inferior vena cava) filters—medical devices designed to trap blood clots passing through the IVC, the body’s largest vein. The claims proc…
View the post titled Canadian Cook IVC Settlement now open to claimsPrivacy pulse: New Ontario OIPC guidance, privilege in data breach investigations and further developments in state privacy law
The Siskinds Privacy, Cyber and Data Governance team is focused on providing businesses and professionals with monthly updates on technology, privacy, and artificial intelligence (A.I.) laws in both the U.S. and Canada. Before diving into this month’s update, I’m pleased to menti…
View the post titled Privacy pulse: New Ontario OIPC guidance, privilege in data breach investigations and further developments in state privacy lawWhat are non-earner benefits?
Non-earner benefits are one of the accident benefits included in a standard automobile insurance policy in Ontario. Employed adults injured in a motor vehicle accident can apply for income replacement benefits, a benefit included in their automobile insurance policy. Historically, those who …
View the post titled What are non-earner benefits?Consumer class actions and products to watch for
Class actions can be a way to hold large companies to account when their products fall short of quality standards or pose risks to consumers. Class actions can also be a route to recovery if a manufacturer fails to exercise due diligence in designing or producing their products, makes false …
View the post titled Consumer class actions and products to watch forThe case for punitive damages
In the realm of injury law, the term “punitive damages” often emerges, surrounded by curiosity and confusion. Unlike the more commonly understood compensatory damages intended to reimburse victims for their losses, punitive damages serve a distinct and somewhat more complex purpo…
View the post titled The case for punitive damagesPrivacy pulse: AI arms race, TikTok restrictions, and U.S. legislative developments
Last month, the Siskinds Privacy, Cyber and Data Governance team introduced our Privacy Pulse series, focused on providing businesses and professionals with monthly updates on the world of technology, privacy, and artificial intelligence laws in both the U.S. and Canada. April has been busy,…
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Opioid treatment drug Suboxone linked to tooth decay
Suboxone, a drug used for opioid dependence, has been reported to cause severe dental issues. Studies have shown a link between buprenorphine – an active ingredient in Suboxone – and an increased risk of severe dental harms. These issues include cavities, tooth decay, dental abscesses/infect…
View the post titled Opioid treatment drug Suboxone linked to tooth decayPrivacy pulse: A series on data governance
As a business owner or professional, you may be experiencing challenges navigating privacy laws throughout various jurisdictions, protecting personal and confidential information, and understanding the risks associated with non-compliance. As a Certified Information Privacy Professional in C…
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Siskinds and Slater Vecchio Launch Recalled Cantaloupes Class Action
Siskinds LLP and Slater Vecchio LLP have initiated a class action against the growers and major distributors of the Malichita and Rudy brand cantaloupes (referred to as the “Defendants”), recalled at the end of 2023 after the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) confirmed positive cases of…
View the post titled Siskinds and Slater Vecchio Launch Recalled Cantaloupes Class ActionThe legal responsibility of vehicle owners when lending their vehicles
It is common practice to lend a vehicle to a family member or a friend. People do it without thinking twice. However, in the case of a car crash on a public road, there are legal implications not only for the driver but also for the owner of the vehicle. The Ontario Court of Appeal...
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