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# Rochon Genova

A plaintiff-side Toronto litigation boutique handling class actions, personal injury, aviation, immigration, sexual abuse and Indigenous rights across Ontario and Canada.

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- [Guidant Defibrillators - Update - October 23, 2008](https://rochongenova.com/news/article61/) - UPDATE - October 23, 2008 In July 2005 ROCHON | GENOVA commenced a class action lawsuit against Guidant Corporation, Guidant Canada Corporation, Guidant Sales Corporation and Cardiac Pacemakers Inc. (collectively "Guidant").This lawsuit was certified as a class action by Justice Cullity on June 12, 2008. The certification order may be viewed here as can Justice
- [Balancing Class Actions with Regulatory Enforcement](https://rochongenova.com/news/article132/) - Private class actions and regulatory enforcement proceedings can each be powerful deterrents to unlawful behaviour. But to what extent, if any, should a successful Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) enforcement proceeding trump the right of investors to sue the offenders for damages in a civil court? In late January, Ontario's Divisional Court addressed the issues with
- [Ontario Superior Court of Justice Certifies Consumer Protection and Competition Act Class Action Against Intuit](https://rochongenova.com/news/ontario-superior-court-of-justice-certifies-consumer-protection-and-competition-act-class-action-against-intuit/) - On July 24, 2026, Justice Leiper of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice certified a consumer protection class action against Intuit Canada ULC and its U.S. parent, Intuit Inc. (together, "Intuit"). The action, brought on behalf of Canadian purchasers of TurboTax Online, seeks damages arising from Intuit's alleged misleading advertising of its tax filing software
- [Class Action Against the Ontario Government for Alleged Gross Negligence of Ministers of Long-Term Care During the COVID-19 Pandemic Is Certified](https://rochongenova.com/news/ltc-ontario-government-class-action-certified/) - TORONTO, Sept. 27, 2025 /CNW/ — The Supreme Court of Canada has cleared the way for the class action brought against the government of Ontario on behalf of residents of Ontario's long-term care homes. The class action is based on allegations of gross negligence on the part of various Ministers of Long-Term Care, specifically in
- [Ontario Court Certifies Seven Class Actions Against Long-Term Care Owners and Operators for Alleged Gross Negligence](https://rochongenova.com/news/ltc-corporate-chain-seven-class-actions-certified/) - TORONTO, Sept. 27, 2025 /CNW/ — The Ontario Superior Court of Justice has certified seven class actions on behalf of thousands of residents and visitors in Ontario long-term care homes who contracted COVID-19 during the pandemic. The lawsuits allege that the operators of these long-term care homes were grossly negligent in terms of their preparation
- [Class Action Launched on Behalf of Patients of Muskoka Recovery Detox, Rehab, Addiction and Mental Health Treatment Centre in Muskoka, Ontario](https://rochongenova.com/news/muskoka-recovery-class-action-launched/) - TORONTO, Oct. 24, 2025 /CNW/ — Rochon Genova has launched a proposed class action on behalf of all persons who were patients at Muskoka Recovery, Detox, Rehab, Addiction, and Mental Health Treatment Centre and their family members. The claim, filed with the Ontario Superior Court of Justice on March 17, 2025, is brought against Muskoka
- [Rochon Genova Investigates goeasy Ltd. (TSX:GSY)](https://rochongenova.com/news/goeasy-securities-class-action-investigation/) - TORONTO, March 11, 2026 /CNW/ — Rochon Genova, one of Canada's leading securities class action law firms, is investigating a possible class action on behalf of shareholders of goeasy Ltd. (TSX: GSY). Before the opening of trading on Tuesday March 10, 2026, goeasy issued a press release providing "a Financial and Operational Update Ahead of
- [Settlement Approved in the Canadian REXULTI® Class Action](https://rochongenova.com/news/rexulti-class-action-settlement-approved/) - On November 13, 2025 the Superior Court of Québec (the "Court") approved a settlement reached on behalf of all individuals and the estates and family members of individuals in Canada who were prescribed and took REXULTI® between February 16, 2017 and August 23, 2025 and experienced Compulsive Behaviours and Impulse Control Disorders, namely, compulsive gambling,
- [Canada-Wide Talcum Powder Class Action Certified Against Johnson & Johnson](https://rochongenova.com/news/talcum-powder-class-action-certified-johnson-johnson/) - TORONTO, March 6, 2026 /CNW/ — A Canada-wide talc class action was certified against Johnson & Johnson on March 4, 2026, by Justice Leiper of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice. This class action alleges that the Defendants' talc-based Baby Powder products were marketed without adequate warnings about the potential risk of developing epithelial ovarian
- [Ontario Superior Court of Justice Certifies Securities Misrepresentation Class Action Against Barrick Gold Corporation](https://rochongenova.com/news/barrick-gold-securities-class-action-certified/) - TORONTO, March 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On March 4, 2026, Justice Leiper of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice certified a securities misrepresentation class action against Barrick Gold Corporation ("Barrick") and certain of its officers and directors (Aaron W. Regent, Jamie Sokalsky, and Ammar Al-Joundi). The action, brought on behalf of Barrick investors, seeks damages
- [Ontario Superior Court Awards Over $170 Million in Damages to Mutual Fund Investors in Landmark Class Action Decision](https://rochongenova.com/news/market-timing-class-action-170-million-damages-awarded/) - TORONTO, July 17, 2026 /CNW/ — On July 16, 2026, Justice Markus Koehnen of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice ordered CI Mutual Funds Inc. and AIC Limited to pay Class Members damages and interest in excess of $170 million. The Market Timing class action, commenced in 2006, alleged that certain mutual fund managers permitted
- [Ruling made in Air Canada appeal](https://rochongenova.com/news/ruling-made-in-air-canada-appeal/) - A Quebec Court of Appeal recently made a big ruling in the Air Canada labour case, stating that the airline must keep the maintenance work in Manitoba, Quebec and Ontario. Greg Selinger, Manitoba's Premier, said that he and his staff were happy with the ruling.The issue was with the laying off of unionized workers. Over
- [Rochon Genova Ranked by Chambers Canada 2024](https://rochongenova.com/news/rochon-genova-ranked-by-chambers-canada-2024/) - Rochon Genova has been ranked by Chambers Canada in the 2024 edition for the eighth consecutive year in the category of Dispute Resolution – Class Action (Plaintiff). Joel Rochon, Peter Jervis, and Golnaz Nayerahmadi have each been individually recognized.
- [Rochon Genova Recognized by Best Lawyers Canada 2024](https://rochongenova.com/news/rochon-genova-recognized-by-best-lawyers-canada-2024/) - Four Rochon Genova lawyers have been recognized in the 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada™. Vincent Genova is recognized in Personal Injury Litigation. Joel Rochon is recognized in Class Action Litigation and Product Liability Law. Peter Jervis is recognized in Class Action Litigation. Golnaz Nayerahmadi is recognized in Class Action Litigation. Best Lawyers
- [Rochon Genova Recognized by Best Lawyers Canada 2026](https://rochongenova.com/news/rochon-genova-recognized-by-best-lawyers-canada-2026/) - Rochon Genova is pleased to announce that four members of the firm have been recognized in the 2026 editions of Best Lawyers Canada. Joel Rochon is recognized in Class Action Litigation and Product Liability Law, Vincent Genova in Aviation Law, Insurance Law, and Personal Injury Litigation, and Peter Jervis in Class Action Litigation. Golnaz Nayerahmadi
- [Rochon Genova Ranked by Chambers Canada 2026](https://rochongenova.com/news/rochon-genova-ranked-by-chambers-canada-2026/) - Rochon Genova has been recognized in the Chambers Canada 2026 Guide in the category of Dispute Resolution: Class Action (Plaintiff). The firm's recognized lawyers are Joel Rochon, Peter Jervis, and Golnaz Nayerahmadi. Chambers and Partners is one of the world's leading legal ranking publications. The Chambers Canada guide ranks law firms and individual lawyers based
- [Oxycontin Class Action Commenced](https://rochongenova.com/news/article33/) - Oxycontin Class Action TORONTO, June 14 /CNW/ - On June 8, 2007, the law firms of ROCHON | GENOVA and Siskinds issued a class action on behalf of persons in Canada, other than in Québec, who were prescribed and who ingested Oxycontin(R) against the manufacturers of Oxycontin(R), Purdue Pharma, Purdue Pharma Inc., Purdue Frederick Inc.,
- [Skyservice Flight 560 Class Action Lawsuit](https://rochongenova.com/news/article18/) - On June 2, 2005, ROCHON | GENOVA issued a class action lawsuit on behalf of the passengers aboard Skyservice Flight 560 Toronto - Punta Cana, Dominican Republic on May 22, 2005. To learn more about Flight 560 and the proposed class action lawsuit, please navigate through the website using the links to the left. For
- [Prepulsid Certified as Class Action](https://rochongenova.com/news/article15/) - On January 18, 2007, Madame Justice Macdonald of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice certified the action Boulanger. v. Johnson & Johnson Corporation, Johnson & Johnson Medical Products Inc./Products Medicaux Johnson & Johnson Inc. and Janssen-Ortho Inc., court file # 00-CV-197409CP as a class action (the "Prepulsid Class Action") and appointed Mrs. Aline Boulanger as
- [Toshiba Satellite Pro 6100 Class Action](https://rochongenova.com/news/article23/) - TORONTO, April 19 /CNW/ - A national class action has been commenced on behalf of Canadians who own Toshiba Satellite Pro 6100 Notebook Computers. The claim seeks compensation as a result of alleged defects in the Satellite Pro 6100 Computers. The defendant named in the lawsuit is Toshiba of Canada Limited ("Toshiba"). A similar action
- [Class Action Commenced Against Medtronic November 2007 Health Canada](https://rochongenova.com/news/class-action-commenced-against-medtronic-november-2007-health-canada/) - Medtronic of Canada Ltd. informs Canadian patients of the recall of Sprint Fidelis leads models 6930, 6931, 6948 and 6949 due to potential conductor fractures. Letter to the Public. Letter to Medical Professionals. October 2007. Sprint Fidelis Leads Class Action Kim Orr Barristers P.C., together with ROCHON | GENOVA , have launched a national
- [Upcoming Immigration Conference in Caracas - April 15, 2010](https://rochongenova.com/news/article99/) - ROCHON | GENOVA will be hosting a free immigration conference this April: APRIL 25, 2010 - Embassy Suites Hotel, Caracas, Venezuela at 10:00 am. This conference, hosted by Martha Nino, presents an excellent opportunity for interested professionals and entrepreneurs to learn more about the Canadian immigration process, and the services offered by ROCHON | GENOVA
- [Canadian Class Action Names Toyota and CTS Corporations - February 1, 2010](https://rochongenova.com/news/article93/) - A national class action has been commenced on behalf of all Canadian owners, operators, lessors and/or passengers of Toyota vehicles with the ETCS-i throttling system. The claim seeks compensation for losses and injuries as a result of the purchase or use of numerous Toyota vehicles. The defendants named in the lawsuit are Toyota Motor Sales,
- [Upcoming Caracas Immigration Conference - January 27, 2010](https://rochongenova.com/news/article91/) - ROCHON | GENOVA will be hosting a free immigration conference this February: FEBRUARY 7, 2010 - Embassy Suites, Caracas, Venezuela at 11:00 am This conference, hosted by Martha Nino, presents an excellent opportunity for interested professionals and entrepreneurs to learn more about the Canadian immigration process, and the services offered by ROCHON | GENOVA .
- [Court Rejects Dell's Bid for Mandatory Arbitrations - January 25, 2010](https://rochongenova.com/news/article89/) - A five judge panel of the Court of Appeal for Ontario has unanimously dismissed two appeals brought by Dell Canada Inc. seeking to enforce a mandatory consumer arbitration clause and to prevent a class action lawsuit from proceeding. The decision was released on January 20, 2010. The Toronto law firm of ROCHON | GENOVA represents
- [Upcoming Immigration Conferences - December 1, 2009](https://rochongenova.com/news/article86/) - ROCHON | GENOVA will be holding two free immigration conferences this December: DECEMBER 5, 2009 - Caracas, Venezuela at 11:00am . DECEMBER 14, 2009 - Bogota, Colombia at 7:00pm. These conferences, hosted by Martha Nino, present an excellent opportunity for interested professionals and entrepreneurs to learn more about the Canadian immigration process, and the services
- [PS3 Gamers Launch Sony Class Action - November 6, 2009](https://rochongenova.com/news/article85/) - Toronto - A national class action has been commenced on behalf of PS3 gamers whose PS3 consoles were damaged following the installation of Firmware 3.0 and 3.01. The claim seeks compensation as a result of alleged defects to Firmware 3.0, which was made available for download on or about September 1, 2009. The defendants named
- [Upcoming Caracas Immigration Conference - October 19, 2009](https://rochongenova.com/news/article84/) - ROCHON | GENOVA will be hosting a free immigration conference in Caracas, Venezuela at 11:00 am on Sunday, October 25, 2009, at the Caracas Embassy Suites Hotel. This conference is an excellent opportunity for interested professionals and entrepreneurs to learn more about the Canadian immigration process, and the services offered by ROCHON | GENOVA .
- [Prepulsid Class Action Update – October 16, 2009](https://rochongenova.com/news/article83/) - ROCHON | GENOVA is pleased to announce that on September 16, 2009 a settlement agreement in principle was reached with Johnson & Johnson Corporation, makers of Prepulsid. The proposed settlement must now be approved by the Court. Settlement approval hearings will be held at the Ontario Superior Court of Justice on October 19, 2009, and
- [Caracas Immigration Conference - September 11, 2009](https://rochongenova.com/news/article82/) - ROCHON | GENOVA will be hosting a free immigration conference in Caracas, Venezuela at 11:00 am on Sunday, September 20, 2009, at the Caracas Embassy Suites Hotel. This conference is an excellent opportunity for interested professionals and entrepreneurs to learn more about the Canadian immigration process, and the services offered by ROCHON | GENOVA .
- [Menu Foods Settlement Update – July 8, 2009](https://rochongenova.com/news/article81/) - Since the Menu Foods Settlement was approved by courts in Canada and the United States last fall, two appeals have been filed in the United States by objectors who are contesting the final approval of this settlement. These appeals have recently been heard and we are currently awaiting the decision of the appellate court. However,
- [Upcoming Caracas Immigration Conference - June 24, 2009](https://rochongenova.com/news/article79/) - . ROCHON | GENOVA will be hosting a free immigration conference in Caracas, Venezuela at 11:00 am this Sunday, June 28 2009, at the Caracas Embassy Suites Hotel. This conference is an excellent opportunity for interested professionals and entrepreneurs to learn more about the Canadian immigration process, and the services offered by ROCHON | GENOVA
- [Dell Class Action Is Certified - Feb. 4, 2009](https://rochongenova.com/news/article69/) - TORONTO, February 3, 2009 - In a judgment released today, Justice Joan Lax of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice certified a national class action on behalf of Canadians who own the following Dell Inspiron notebooks: 1100, 1150, 5100, 5150 or 5160. The Court also denied a motion brought by Dell to dismiss the class
- [Class Action Commenced Against Toronto General Hospital in Relation to Bacterial Outbreak/Deaths - Jan. 6, 2009](https://rochongenova.com/news/article67/) - Class Action Commenced Against Toronto General Hospital in Relation to Bacterial Outbreak/Deaths - Jan. 6, 2009 TORONTO, January 6, 2009 - A class action claim was issued with the Ontario Superior Court of Justice on December 24, 2008, on behalf of patients who were infected by the Pseudomonas aeruginosa ("Pseudomonas") outbreak while at Toronto General
- [Zelnorm Class Action - November 3, 2008](https://rochongenova.com/news/article62/) - SIGNIFICANT INCREASED RISK OF HEART ATTACK AND STROKE TRIGGERS ZELNORM NATIONAL CLASS TORONTO, November 3, 2008 - A national class action was launched today against Novartis Pharmaceuticals Canada Inc., seeking damages on behalf of all Canadians who ingested the prescription medication Zelnorm. The class action was commenced by the Toronto firms ROCHON | GENOVA and
- [Class Action Commenced Against CIBC - July 23, 2008](https://rochongenova.com/news/article53/) - ***If you have been affected by CIBC, please complete and submit this class member questionnaire to include your information in our law firm's potential class member database.*** July 23, 2008 - Investors who purchased common shares of the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce ("CIBC") between May 31, 2007 and February 28, 2008 have retained ROCHON
- [Menu Foods Class Action - Update July 22, 2008](https://rochongenova.com/news/article52/) - We have sent a detailed notice by email or regular mail to all those class members who registered in our database. This detailed notice explains what you must do if you wish to make a claim for financial compensation in light of the settlement of this class action. It also explains what you must do
- [Menu Foods Settlement Update - April 26, 2010](https://rochongenova.com/news/article100/) - Further to our previous update of July 8, 2009, we continue to await resolution of the two appeals filed by American objectors in relation to the U.S. District Court's decision to approve the Menu Foods settlement. Although the settlement was previously approved in Canada, its implementation was conditional upon U.S. approval and it therefore cannot
- [Dell's Appeal Crashes in the Supreme Court of Canada - May 25 2010](https://rochongenova.com/news/article-102/) - TORONTO - In a judgment released May 20, 2010, the Supreme Court of Canada has dismissed Dell Canada Inc.'s application for leave to appeal the January 20, 2010 judgment of the Court of Appeal for Ontario. On January 20, 2010, a five judge panel of the Court of Appeal for Ontario unanimously dismissed two appeals
- [Canadian Class Action Commenced Against Yamaha for Rhino Tip-Over Accidents](https://rochongenova.com/news/article72/) - TORONTO, April 1, 2009 - A proposed national class action claim has been issued with the Ontario Superior Court of Justice on behalf of all persons in Canada who suffered personal injury following tip-over accidents involving Yamaha Rhino Recreational Utility Vehicles ("Rhinos"), and family members of those injured Canadians. The claim was issued as a
- [June 6 Immigration Conference - Caracas, Venezuela](https://rochongenova.com/news/article103/) - ROCHON | GENOVA will be hosting a free immigration conference this June: JUNE 6 2010 - Embassy Suites Hotel, Caracas, Venezuela at 10:00 am. This conference, hosted by Martha Nino, presents an excellent opportunity for interested professionals and entrepreneurs to learn more about the Canadian immigration process, and the services offered by ROCHON | GENOVA.
- [Market Timing Class Action Lawsuit](https://rochongenova.com/news/article22/) - Update July 26, 2007: The plaintiffs' motion materials in support of certification of this class proceeding have now been served and filed with the Court. Our materials included an affidavit from each of our representative plaintiffs along with the affidavit of our expert, Robert Chambers. We will update this site once we have a date
- [Menu Foods Update - October 5, 2010](https://rochongenova.com/news/menu-foods-update-october-5-2010/) - Further to our previous update of April 26, 2010, we continue to await resolution of the two appeals filed by American objectors in relation to the U.S. District Court's decision to approve the Menu Foods settlement. A hearing was held on February 22, 2010 but the Appellate Court has yet to release its ruling. Although
- [Immigration Conferences in Venezuela, February and March 2013](https://rochongenova.com/news/article163/) - Emigra y Construye tu Futuro en Canadá ¡Confía en Rochon Genova tú más importante proyecto de vida! Comienza con Rochon Genova tu proyecto de vivir, trabajar y/o estudiar uno de los países con mejor seguridad y calidad de vida en el mundo. Canadá. Al elegirnos tendrás la seguridad de estar representado por una seria y
- [Sunquest Class Action – February 23, 2011](https://rochongenova.com/news/article133/) - DEADLINE TO SUBMIT CLAIMS UNDER SETTLEMENT HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO: MAY 25, 2011 . Click here for the Sunquest Claim Form . On February 23, 2011, the Honourable Mr. Justice Perell approved the settlement with the defendant MyTravel Canada Holidays Inc. To view a copy of the reasons for this decision or to view any
- [Skyservice – Important Notice November 11, 2010](https://rochongenova.com/news/article126/) - On November 10, 2010 this action was certified by the Superior Court of Justice as a class action lawsuit. A tentative settlement agreement has been reached with Skyservice. The settlement will entitle any passengers who suffered bodily injury to damages they have suffered as a result of their injury plus interest and payment of their
- [Free Immigration Conference in Caracas on July 18 2010](https://rochongenova.com/news/article113/) - ROCHON | GENOVA will be hosting a free immigration conference this July: JULY 18 - Embassy Suites Hotel, Caracas, Venezuela at 10:00 am This conference, hosted by Martha Nino, presents an excellent opportunity for interested professionals and entrepreneurs to learn more about the Canadian immigration process, and the services offered by ROCHON | GENOVA .
- [Rochon | Genova Announces Investigation into Penn West Petroleum Ltd. Restatement](https://rochongenova.com/news/article191/) - TORONTO, August 8, 2014 - ROCHON | GENOVA announced today that it is investigating a potential class proceeding on behalf of shareholders against Penn West Petroleum Ltd. ("Penn West" or the "Company") (TSX - PWT; NYSE - PWE), in conjunction with Lieff Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein of New York. The investigation relates to the July
- [Canadian Facebook Class Action Commenced for Interception of Private Messages](https://rochongenova.com/news/article189/) - TORONTO, April 9, 2014 - A class action lawsuit commenced today in the Ontario Superior Court alleges that Facebook illicitly intercepted and scanned its users' private messages without their knowledge or consent. The lawsuit alleges that the URLs (website addresses) in users' private messages were harvested by Facebook in violation of users' privacy. Facebook did
- [Certification Record Filed in Class Action Commenced Against Diabetes Drug Manufacturers and Distributors: ACTOS Users Are at Heightened Risk of Developing Bladder Cancer](https://rochongenova.com/news/article162/) - TORONTO, Jan. 18, 2013 /CNW/ - On January 17, 2013, law firm ROCHON | GENOVA filed its certification record in a proposed class action on behalf of users of a diabetes drug ACTOS (pioglitazone hydrochloride) against Takeda Pharmaceutical and Eli Lilly. The action alleges that the defendants knew or ought to have known that ACTOS
- [Update: SNC-Lavalin Group Inc.](https://rochongenova.com/news/article157/) - Siskinds and its Québec affiliate, Siskinds Desmeules, have filed class actions in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice and the Québec Superior Court against SNC-Lavalin Group Inc. and certain of SNC's current and former officers and directors. A separate proceeding was commenced in Ontario by ROCHON | GENOVA . On June 29, 2012, the Ontario
- [J&J Tells Judge It Will Stop Sales of Vaginal Implants](https://rochongenova.com/news/article155/) - Johnson & Johnson (JNJ)'s Ethicon unit told a federal judge in West Virginia it intends to stop selling four vaginal mesh implants after being sued by more than 600 women who say the products caused internal injuries. For more of this article please visit: https://www.businessweek.com/news/2012-06-04/j-and-j-tells-judge-it-will-stop-selling-vaginal-mesh-implant On April 17, 2012, the law firm of ROCHON |
- [Johnson & Johnson Halts Transvaginal Mesh Sales](https://rochongenova.com/news/article154/) - Johnson & Johnson's Ethicon unit announced on Tuesday, June 5, 2012, that it would discontinue sales of transvaginal mesh products Gynecare TVT Secur, Gynecare Prosima, Gynecare Prolift and Gynecare Prolift+M.On April 17, 2012, the law firm of ROCHON | GENOVA issued a national class action on behalf of Canadian women who were implanted with transvaginal
- [Trapeze Asset Management Inc.](https://rochongenova.com/news/article152/) - May 2 , 2012 - The law firm Rochon Genova has been actively involved in investigating and litigating on behalf of investors against the portfolio investment firm Trapeze Asset Management Inc. ("Trapeze") and related parties. Trapeze has operated as an investment advisor and Portfolio Manager to many hundreds of Canadian investors offering investment services that
- [Canadian Class Action Commenced against Johnson & Johnson](https://rochongenova.com/news/article150/) - TORONTO, April 18, 2012 - On April 17, 2012, the law firm of ROCHON | GENOVA issued a national class action on behalf of Canadian women who were implanted with transvaginal mesh products ("TVM products") manufactured and distributed by Johnson & Johnson and its related companies that were involved in the manufacture and distribution of
- [Class Action Commenced Against Diabetes Drug Manufacturers and Distributors: Toronto Woman Prescribed ACTOS Dies From Bladder Cancer](https://rochongenova.com/news/article143/) - TORONTO, December 21, 2011- Today, the law firm of ROCHON | GENOVA issued a class action on behalf of users of a diabetes drug ACTOS (pioglitazone hydrochloride) against the manufacturers and distributors of ACTOS, Takeda Pharmaceutical Company, and its affiliates, and Eli Lilly. ACTOS was approved for sale in Canada in August, 2000 to control
- [Pseudomonas Class Action Certified](https://rochongenova.com/news/article142/) - By Order of the Honourable Justice Strathy, dated November 14, 2011, the Pseudomonas Class Action was certified permitting the representative plaintiffs, Ronald and Sandra Sherman, to continue the action as a class proceeding. The Court has not determined the merits of the action. As a result, your rights may be affected by the recent certification
- [Emigra Y Construye Tu Futuro En Canadá – Conferencia Informativa Gratuita - Caracas, Mayo 15 de 2011, 11:00 a.m.](https://rochongenova.com/news/article135/) - Emigra Y Construye Tu Futuro En Canadá CONFERENCIA INFORMATIVA GRATUITA Caracas, Mayo 15 de 2011, 11:00 a.m. Hotel Embassy Suites Salón Millenium » ¿Quiénes Somos? Rochon Genova es una prestigiosa y acreditada firma de abogados canadiense con sede en Toronto que a través de los años ha ayudado a muchos inmigrantes a encontrar su nuevo
- [Canadá En Tus Manos - Conferencia Informativa Gratuita](https://rochongenova.com/news/article131/) - Canadá En Tus Manos Conoce tus Alternativas de Inmigrar Legalmente y alcanzar el éxito profesional y/o empresarial en el país. CONFERENCIA INFORMATIVA GRATUITA Caracas, Febrero 6, 11:00 a.m. Hotel Embassy Suites SALÓN Millenium » ¿Quiénes Somos? Somos una de las firmas de abogados más prestigiosa y reconocida en Canadá. Nuestra sede está localizada en Toronto,
- [Tentative Settlement Reached in Market Timing Class Action](https://rochongenova.com/news/article125/) - ROCHON | GENOVA is pleased to announce that a tentative settlement has been reached in the Market Timing Class Action with the defendants, IG Investment Management Ltd., Franklin Templeton Investments Corp. and AGF Funds Inc. (the "Settling Defendants"). Pursuant to an order of the Superior Court of Justice dated September 27, 2010, the proceeding was
- [Tentative Settlement Reached in Market Timing Class Action #2](https://rochongenova.com/news/article124/) - ROCHON | GENOVA is pleased to announce that a tentative settlement has been reached in the Market Timing Class Action with the defendants, IG Investment Management Ltd., Franklin Templeton Investments Corp. and AGF Funds Inc. (the "Settling Defendants"). Pursuant to an order of the Superior Court of Justice dated September 27, 2010, the proceeding was
- [Canadian Class Action Commenced Against Zimmer for Failure of Durom Cup Hip Implant #2](https://rochongenova.com/news/article120/) - TORONTO, Oct. 28 /CNW/ - On October 27, 2010, the Toronto law firm of ROCHON | GENOVA issued a national class action on behalf of persons in Canada, excluding residence of British Columbia, who were implanted with the Zimmer Acetabular Durom Component ("Durom Cup"). The national class action is against Zimmer Inc., Zimmer Holdings, Inc.
- [Rochon | Genova will be hosting a free immigration conference this September](https://rochongenova.com/news/article-116/) - ROCHON | GENOVA will be hosting a free immigration conference this September: September 19, 2010 - Embassy Suites Hotel, Caracas, Venezuela at 10:00 am This conference, hosted by Martha Nino, presents an excellent opportunity for interested professionals and entrepreneurs to learn more about the Canadian immigration process, and the services offered by ROCHON | GENOVA.
- [National class action against the Wright Medical Technology group of companies regarding the Conserve Plus Total Resurfacing Hip System](https://rochongenova.com/news/article196/) - ROCHON | GENOVA is pursuing a national class action against the Wright Medical Technology group of companies regarding the Conserve Plus Total Resurfacing Hip System, which has caused a number of medical complications in implant recipients. The Conserve Plus Total Resurfacing Hip System is a "metal on metal" prosthesis system used in hip resurfacing surgery.
- [Pseudomonas Class Action: Notice of Court Hearing for Settlement Approval](https://rochongenova.com/news/article195/) - On December 24, 2008, a class action was commenced against University Health Network ("UHN") in relation to an outbreak of Pseudomonas aeruginosa ("Pseudomonas") in the Medical/Surgical Intensive Care Unit, solid organ transplant stepdown unit and the solid organ transplant ward of the Toronto General Hospital between December 1, 2004 and March 31, 2006. The class
- [Sunquest Class Action - January 13, 2009](https://rochongenova.com/news/article68/) - On June 23 and 24, the certification hearing was held in Toronto. Unfortunately, the Ontario Superior Court did not certify this case as a class proceeding. However, we are appealing that decision. The appeal hearing will be held on February 18 and 19, 2009. We will update this website following a decision on the appeal.
- [Menu Foods Class Action - Update December 1, 2008](https://rochongenova.com/news/article65/) - The Settlement for the Menu Foods Class Action has now received final approval by the Courts in Canada and in the United States. Further information is also available at www.petfoodsettlement.com. If you wish to make a claim, you must complete a Claim Form and submit it and all supporting documents you may have to the
- [The Record - November 5, 2008](https://rochongenova.com/news/article63/) - Woman blames drug company for contributing to heart attack Frances Barrick RECORD STAFF Trudy Metzger used to call the little white pill she took daily her miracle drug. The 38-year-old Elmira woman took the drug to relieve the uncomfortable symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. Today, she believes the drug, Zelnorm, contributed to the massive heart
- [Menu Foods Settlement - November 4, 2008](https://rochongenova.com/news/article60/) - Fairness Hearing On November 3, 2008, Canadian Courts held a fairness hearing to determine whether the Proposed Settlement is fair, reasonable and adequate. At the hearing, the Courts approved the Proposed Settlement and the request for lawyers' fees and expenses. Claim Deadline Canadian class members should submit their completed claim forms by January 2, 2009,
- [Codeine/Morphine Class Action Lawsuit Commenced](https://rochongenova.com/news/article30/) - Codeine Class Action May 9 , 2007 - On April 30, 2007, the law firm of ROCHON | GENOVA commenced a class action on behalf of infants who ingested potentially lethal components of Tylenol 3 through their mothers' breast milk, as well as the families of these infants. The defendants named in the lawsuit are
- [Pet Owners Against Menu Foods Class Action](https://rochongenova.com/news/article29/) - TORONTO, March 22 /CNW/ - A national class action has been commenced today on behalf of pet owners who have purchased certain types of dog and cat food manufactured by Menu Foods. The claim seeks compensation for all those who have purchased dog or cat food manufactured by Menu Foods between December 3, 2006 and
- [Dell Inspiron Class Action](https://rochongenova.com/news/article26/) - Update - July 26, 2007 The plaintiffs' motion materials in support of certification of this class proceeding have now been served and filed with the Court. Our materials included an affidavit from each of our representative plaintiffs along with the affidavit of our expert, Stephen Fowler. We will update this site once we have a
- [Carrier Corp. Faces Class Action Suit](https://rochongenova.com/news/article25/) - October 10, 2006 - Homeowners in Ontario and Wisconsin have filed separate class-action suits against Carrier Corp., seeking compensation for corrosion in furnaces sold since the mid-1980s under the Carrier, Bryant, Day Night, or Payne brand names. The Ontario suit, filed in Toronto, is brought on behalf of all Canadians with the allegedly defective furnaces.
- [Sunquest Class Action - April 6, 2009](https://rochongenova.com/news/sunquest-class-action-april-6-2009/) - In February 18 and 19, 2009, ROCHON | GENOVA appeared before the Divisional Court to appeal the July 10, 2007 decision of Justice Perell which denied certification of the Sunquest class action. A decision was released on March 30, 2009, and we are pleased to inform you that the certification appeal has been allowed. After
- [Vioxx Class Action Update - December 23, 2009](https://rochongenova.com/news/article87/) - On July 28, 2008, Justice Cullity certified the Ontario Vioxx Class Action (the "Ontario Class Action") as a national class action. However, since the certification Order was issued, Merck has continued to contest the lawsuit on numerous grounds. Plaintiffs' Counsel have been working hard to stave of these attacks and continue to drive the lawsuit
- [Canadian Hydroxycut Product Recall - May 5, 2009](https://rochongenova.com/news/article77/) - ROCHON | GENOVA is monitoring the recall of 11 Hydroxycut products announced today by the Canadian-based company Iovate Health Sciences Inc. The voluntary recall follows a warning issued May 1 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (F.D.A.) that Hydroxycut products were associated with a number of serious liver injuries. The following products sold in
- [Legionnaires Class Action Update - April 15, 2009](https://rochongenova.com/news/article75/) - In a decision released on April 15, 2009, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice certified this case as a class proceeding. The hearing was held in September 2008. This class proceeding involves the outbreak of Legionnaires disease at Seven Oaks Home for the Aged in Toronto. The Seven Oaks facility is owned and operated by
- [Sunquest Class Action - April 6, 2009 #2](https://rochongenova.com/news/article73/) - On February 18 and 19, 2009, ROCHON | GENOVA appeared before the Divisional Court to appeal the July 10, 2007 decision of Justice Perell which denied certification of the Sunquest class action. A decision was released on March 30, 2009, and we are pleased to inform you that the certification appeal has been allowed. After
- [Sunquest Class Action - February 20, 2009](https://rochongenova.com/news/article70/) - On February 18 and 19, 2009, ROCHON | GENOVA appeared before the Divisional Court where our appeal was heard from the decision which denied certification in this case. Our appeal was heard by Justices Hackland, Swinton and Karakatsanis and a decision has been reserved. We will be updating this website upon receiving the decision of
- [Skyservice - Update December 22, 2010](https://rochongenova.com/news/article130/) - This class action received settlement approval today from the Superior Court of Justice. This means that as of today, the Settlement Agreement is in effect. All class members will be receiving a copy of the Settlement Approval Notice by mail along with a Claim Form to be completed by anyone who suffered a bodily injury
- [Government of Canada will welcome more economic immigrants in 2010 - June 26, 2010](https://rochongenova.com/news/article102/) - Canada is adjusting its 2010 immigration plan to put even greater emphasis on economic recovery and further reduce the federal skilled worker backlog, Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney told a news conference today. "When I met with my provincial colleagues last week, they all stressed the importance of economic immigration," Minister Kenney said.
- [Update on Fire-Safe Cigarettes Litigation](https://rochongenova.com/news/article160/) - Leave Granted to Continue Proceeding as Individual Action on Behalf of Plaintiffs and their Families On January 11, 2000, a proposed class action was commenced against Imperial Tobacco Canada Limited ("Imperial Tobacco"), Rothmans, Benson & Hedges Inc. ("RBH") and JTI-MacDonald Inc. ("JTI-M"). (The claim against RBH and JTI-M was subsequently dismissed on December 5, 2000.)
- [Recours collectif intenté contre les fabricants et distributeurs d'un médicament contre le diabète : un Québecois auquel ACTOS était prescrit est touché par le cancer de la vessie](https://rochongenova.com/news/article159/) - Montréal, le 31 juillet 2012 - Le cabinet d'avocats ROCHON | GENOVA a intenté un recours collectif au nom de toutes personnes résidant au Québec ayant utilisé le médicament contre le diabète ACTOS (chlorhydrate de pioglitazone) contre les fabricants et distributeurs d'ACTOS, Takeda Pharmaceutical Company, et ses sociétés affiliées et Eli Lilly. ACTOS était approuvé
- [Rochon | Genova negotiates a settlement with Dell Canada, Inc. to provide relief for owners of Dell Inspiron Notebook computer models 1150, 5100, 5150 and 5160](https://rochongenova.com/news/article136/) - ROCHON | GENOVA has negotiated a settlement with Dell Canada, Inc. ("Dell") to provide relief for owners of Dell Inspiron Notebook computer models 1150, 5100, 5150 and 5160 ("Affected Models"), which have alleged defects that cause them to fail prematurely. Under the terms of the Settlement Agreement, owners of Affected Models who paid for certain
- [Talcum powder and its link to ovarian cancer](https://rochongenova.com/news/talcum-powder-and-its-link-to-ovarian-cancer/) - Talcum powder has been used for generations. People use it to keep their bodies dry and mothers use it help fight diaper rash. While it would seem that the use of talc is benign, there exists strong links to ovarian cancer in women who use these products on a regular, long-term basis. News sources across
- [Rail industry safety 3 years after the Lac-Mégantic disaster](https://rochongenova.com/news/rail-industry-safety-3-years-after-the-lac-megantic-disaster/) - You would probably have to turn over a lot of rocks to find a single resident of Canada who has never heard of the Lac-Mégantic train disaster. Three years ago, a train hauling oil tankers derailed and exploded, leaving 47 people dead and the town of the Lac-Mégantic literally in ruins.In response to this disaster,
- [Proposed class action litigation claim against the Leviathan II](https://rochongenova.com/news/proposed-class-action-litigation-claim-against-the-leviathan-ii/) - On Oct. 25, 2015, a group of whale enthusiasts boarded the Leviathan II whale-watching vessel of Canada intent on observing nature in all its glory. Unfortunately, the excursion ended in tragedy when the vessel capsized, killing six people and injuring several others.In response to this tragic accident, the Rochon Genova law firm has filed a
- [Negligence can turn simple activities into dangerous situations](https://rochongenova.com/news/negligence-can-turn-simple-activities-into-dangerous-situations/) - The sinking of the Leviathan II, a whale-watching ship that went down last fall off the coast from Tofino, British Columbia, shows just how quickly a seemingly safe and simple activity can turn both dangerous and deadly.The passengers who bought tickets and boarded the ship did not believe there was significant danger. Though there is
- [Navistar sued for concealing truck flaws](https://rochongenova.com/news/navistar-sued-for-concealing-truck-flaws/) - Not only were there issues with Navistar trucks, according to the lawsuit filed against the company in Canada, but the company actually took steps to hide the issues from consumers and conceal the flaws, rather than reporting them to reduce the risk.The lawsuit targets both Navistar International Corporation and Navistar Canada, Inc., which is the
- [Update - March 9, 2016. Justice for victims of Institutional torture](https://rochongenova.com/news/article192/) - In 2001, the firm of Rochon Genova began a class action lawsuit on behalf of former patients of the Oak Ridge Mental Health Division of Penetang, in Penetanguishene, Ontario. Throughout the 1970's, Drs. Elliott Barker and Gary Maier, acting under the auspices of Crown authority, conducted human experimentation on patients who were in their care.
- [Update – December 2, 2013: Class Action Launched Against Bell Mobility and Telus for Unlawful Billing Practices](https://rochongenova.com/news/article184/) - A proposed class action against Bell Mobility is scheduled for certification hearings between April 28 and April 30, 2014. Rochon Genova has brought actions against both Bell Mobility and Telus, claiming that both telecommunications providers breached its contracts with consumers surrounding the fundamental issue of "talk time" and in this regard, engaged in deceptive business
- [Update - December 2, 2013 - Zimmer](https://rochongenova.com/news/article183/) - ROCHON | GENOVA has commenced several individual actions on behalf of people who developed severe hip pain and other complications following their implant with the Zimmer Durom Cup. The Durom Cup is an artificial joint socket used in total hip replacement surgery. It is part of a metal-on-metal hip implant system that was widely marketed
- [Update - December 2, 2013 - Depuy Class Action](https://rochongenova.com/news/article182/) - ROCHON | GENOVA has joined with other class counsel to pursue a national class action against DePuy, a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson, regarding the DePuy ASR XL Acetabular Hip System and the DePuy ASR Hip Resurfacing System. The Ontario national class action, which was certified by order of Justice Belobaba of the Ontario Superior
- [Update – November 22, 2013. Parties discuss settlement in Guidant Defibrillator Class Action.](https://rochongenova.com/news/article181/) - This class action was certified by the Order of Justice Cullity dated June 17, 2008, which Guidant unsuccessfully attempted to appeal. Since then, the parties have been engaging in settlement discussions. The time to opt out of the class action has passed. If you would like more information about this class action, please contact us
- [Update – November 22, 2013. Litigation Plan is agreed and examinations for discovery continue in Oak Ridge group action](https://rochongenova.com/news/article180/) - The plaintiffs and defendants in this action recently agreed upon a Litigation Plan, which sets out a schedule for the production of documents and the examinations for discovery of both sides. To date, several examinations for discovery have been conducted and more are scheduled for the coming month. All examinations for discovery are scheduled to
- [Update – November 22, 2013. Defendant requests particulars of special damages prior to filing its Statement of Defence in Ragoonanan group action](https://rochongenova.com/news/article179/) - Following the Order of Justice Horkins dated October 18, 2011, allowing this action to continue as a traditional proceeding, the plaintiffs served their Statement of Claim on the defendant, Imperial Tobacco Canada Limited. Since that time, the defendant has asked for particulars of the plaintiffs' special damages - that is, any income loss they suffered,
- [Investigation into Hidden Cameras in Ontario Airbnbs](https://rochongenova.com/news/investigation-into-hidden-cameras-in-ontario-airbnbs/) - September 19th, 2018 - Rochon Genova is actively investigating on behalf of guests of Ontario Airbnbs who discovered hidden cameras in their rooms. In these cases, cameras were concealed in household electronics like alarm clocks, and situated in the bedroom. Further, it appears that, in at least one case, the hidden camera was capable of
- [Rochon GenovaSuccessfully Challenges Appeal by Air Canada in Baggage Claim Matter](https://rochongenova.com/news/rochon-genova-llp-successfully-challenges-appeal-by-air-canada-in-baggage-claim-matter/) - A family of 4 was traveling from Bogota, Columbia to Toronto, Canada on an Air Canada flight with a stop-over in Miami in August 2016. They checked 8 pieces of luggage at the Air Canada Counter in Miami. When the family arrived in Toronto, 5 pieces of luggage were missing. They eventually received 1 of
- [Rochon Genovaat the North American International Motorcycle Supershow](https://rochongenova.com/news/rochon-genova-llp-at-the-north-american-international-motorcycle-supershow/) - For the 5th consecutive year, Rochon Genova attended the North American International Motorcycle Supershow which took place on January 4-6, 2019 at the International Centre in Mississauga, Ontario. At the show, our team met fellow riders, gave away prizes and auctioned off an original Vincent Mancuso painting valued at $10,000.00. Rochon Genova will also be
- [Canadian General Motors Class Action Launched for Ignition Switch and Power Steering Defects](https://rochongenova.com/news/article190/) - TORONTO, April 10, 2014 - A national class action has been commenced on behalf of all Canadian owners, operators, lessors and passengers of GM vehicles that have been the subject of recent recalls for ignition switch and power steering defects. The claim has been brought by the family of Nick Baker, a Cornwall man who
- [Update: Court Approves Notice of Proposed Settlement of Protective Products of America Inc. Securities Litigation](https://rochongenova.com/news/article187/) - TORONTO, January 20, 2014 - The Ontario Superior Court of Justice has issued an order approving notice of the proposed settlement of this action and scheduling a settlement approval hearing date for March 6, 2014. The Court has also ordered that, in order to participate in any distribution of the settlement funds, class members must
- [Canadian Class Action Commenced by Owners of Pella Windows and Doors](https://rochongenova.com/news/article171/) - TORONTO, September 23, 2013 – A national class action was commenced in August 2011 on behalf of all persons in Canada who had purchased Pella Pro-line Series, Architect Series and Designer Series aluminum-clad windows and doors ("Pella Windows and Doors").The claim sought compensation as a result of alleged defects in the Pella Windows and Doors.
- [Quebec Class Action Commenced Against Diabetes Drug Manufacturers and Distributors: Quebec Man Prescribed ACTOS Contracts Bladder Cancer](https://rochongenova.com/news/article158/) - MONTREAL, July 31, 2012- The law firm of ROCHON | GENOVA issued a class action on behalf of users of a diabetes drug ACTOS (pioglitazone hydrochloride) residing in Quebec against the manufacturers and distributors of ACTOS, Takeda Pharmaceutical Company, and its affiliates, and Eli Lilly. ACTOS was approved for sale in Canada in August, 2000
- [Zelnorm Discontinuance](https://rochongenova.com/news/zelnorm-discontinuance/) - June 18, 2021 - By Order dated March 25, 2021, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice granted the Plaintiffs' motion and approved the discontinuance of the proposed class proceeding. Please find below a link to the Order of Justice Perell which also includes a copy of the Notice of Discontinuance. Order Discontinuing Class Action
- [Rochon Genova Ranked 15th Internationally Among all Securities Class Actions Law Firms](https://rochongenova.com/news/rochon-genova-ranked-15th-internationally/) - Securities Class Action Services LLC, a subsidiary of Institutional Shareholder Services ("ISS") released its annual "Top 50 Report" which ranks the top 50 plaintiffs' law firms worldwide for total value recoveries in securities class action settlements during the calendar year. Rochon Genova is very pleased to have been ranked 15th among the top 50 plaintiffs'
- [Maple Leaf Class Action Update - March 10, 2009](https://rochongenova.com/news/article71/) - The Ontario certification and settlement approval hearing was heard before Justice Perell of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice on Thursday, March 5, 2009. Justice Perell released his decision on March 9, 2009, certifying the class action and approving the Settlement Agreement reached between the parties on December 18, 2009 [Attach here]. The Ontario approval
- [Ponderal and Redux National Class Action](https://rochongenova.com/news/article16/) - April 2005 - Update Please click here to read the Reasons for Decision of Mr. Justice Cumming with respect to the Settlement Approval hearing. Please click here to read the Supplemental Reasons for Decision of Mr. Justice Cumming with respect to the Settlement Approval hearing. January 2005 - Update Please click here to view the
- [CCI Studios](https://rochongenova.com/news/article13/) - CCI Studios announces the opening of a new office in Toronto. Mr Palko was quoted as saying this marks a new beginning and opens up a whole new client list hahaha. His right hand man and by the way flat out DA MAN Kwame Holder was quoted as saying I look forward to the opportunity
- [Update - 6 March 2014 - Settlement Approval Hearing for Protective Products of America Inc. Securities Litigation Takes Place](https://rochongenova.com/news/article188/) - The settlement for the Protective Products of America Inc. Securities Litigation approval hearing took place on March 6, 2014. A copy of the order approving the settlement and class counsel fees can be found here. A copy of Justice Perell's Reasons for settlement approval can be found here.
- [Update: (April 20, 2013): Canada-Wide Vioxx Settlement Agreement Approved](https://rochongenova.com/news/article166/) - The Canada-Wide Vioxx Settlement Agreement has been approved and will be enforced across Canada. Individuals who used Vioxx (or the estates of such individuals) and suffered either (i) a myocardial infarction, (ii) ischemic stroke or (iii) sudden cardiac death, may be eligible for payment. If you or someone whose estate you represent have suffered one
- [Oxy Settlement Agreement - Signed March-8-17](https://rochongenova.com/news/oxy-settlement-agreement-signed-march-8-17/) - The parties have reached an agreement to settle multiple proposed class actions commenced across Canada relating to addiction-related harms allegedly caused by the drugs, OxyContin and OxyNEO. The settlement agreement is conditional on it being approved by the courts of Ontario, Nova Scotia, Quebec, and Saskatchewan. The settlement agreement can be viewed here.If you have
- [Update: Court Approves Canadian Settlement for Pella ProLine Windows](https://rochongenova.com/news/article172/) - TORONTO, October 1, 2013 - Madam Justice Conway of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice has issued an order to certify this class action related to Pella ProLine Windows and to approve the proposed settlement of this action as previously reported. Owners of homes with non-ProLine Pella Windows are not include in this approved settlement.
- [Class action against Protective Products of America](https://rochongenova.com/news/article167/) - Notice of certification and authorization and leave to proceed with statutory secondary market misrepresentation claims granted by Ontario Court On April 24, 2013, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice certified the action Michael Frank et al. v. R. Patrick Caldwell et al., Court File No. CV-10-415821-CP00 (the "Class Action") as a class proceeding and appointed
- [Class action against SNC-Lavalin Group Certified: Notice of certification and authorization and leave to proceed with statutory secondary market misrepresentation claims granted by Ontario and Quebec Courts](https://rochongenova.com/news/article164/) - On May 9, 2012, ROCHON | GENOVA commenced a global class action in Ontario on behalf of investors of SNC-Lavalin Group Inc. (TSX: SNC.TO and OTC: SNCAF.PK) alleging securities law violations by the company, its Board of Directors and certain officers. Subsequently, separate proceeding were commenced in Ontario and Quebec by Siskinds and its Québec
- [Notice of Canadian Class Certification in Medtronic Sprint Fidelis Leads Case](https://rochongenova.com/news/article139/) - A Canadian judge has granted class status to plaintiffs in product liability litigation over Medtronic Inc.'s Sprint Fidelis Leads recalled due to potential conductor fractures. The recalled Sprint Fidelis leads models are 6930, 6931, 6948 and 6949. To read Justice Perell's Reasons for Decision dated October 20, 2009 please click here. Please click here to
- [National Class Action Certified Against Contact Lens Solution Maker, AMO Canada Company and Advanced Medical Optics, Inc.](https://rochongenova.com/news/article134/) - TORONTO, March 31 /CNW/ In a decision released March 28, 2011, Mr. Justice Strathy of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice certified a national class proceeding on behalf of Canadians who used AMO Complete All-In-One Moisture Plus contact lens care solution. The Solution was recalled from markets around the world in May 2007 following reports
- [Tobacco Lawsuit Given Green Light](https://rochongenova.com/news/article17/) - A class-action suit targeting a big tobacco company for making cigarettes that can easily ignite mattresses and upholstery has passed a major legal obstacle.Mr. Justice Maurice Cullity of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice refused yesterday to throw out the lawsuit against Imperial Tobacco Canada Ltd., saying a judge or jury ought to be able
- [Menu Foods Class Action Update - June 20, 2008](https://rochongenova.com/news/articles47/) - On June 23, 2008 there will be a multi-province hearing to certify this class proceeding for the purpose of settlement, approve the notice to class members, and to set a date for the final settlement hearing. We will update this website following the June 23, 2008 hearing to advise you of upcoming dates related to
- [Menu Foods Class Action - Update July 8, 2008](https://rochongenova.com/news/article50/) - On July 4, 2008, Justice Joan Lax of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice issued an Order certifying the Menu Foods class proceeding for the purpose of the Settlement. Justice Lax also approved the notices which will be sent to class members and published in newspapers across Canada. Our offices will be sending by email
- [Carrier Furnace Class Action Update - June 20, 2008](https://rochongenova.com/news/article48/) - The Court Hearing to approve the Settlement of this class proceeding was held June 16, 2008. Subject to receiving further information on counsel fees, the Superior Court has approved the Settlement. If you wish to make a claim under the Settlement, you must do so by September 8, 2008. You may submit a claim by
- [ATVs have adapted to safety concerns; Machines are more family-friendly](https://rochongenova.com/news/articles46/) - The all-terrain vehicle is growing up.Having started life as a utility vehicle to assist farmers, fishermen, loggers and hunters manoeuvre through mud and rocky terrain, the ATV graduated to the world of recreation in the 1980s, bringing a little style and speed to the Canadian wilderness. But not everyone was happy to see it. Along
- [Menu Foods - Agreement in Principal](https://rochongenova.com/news/article45/) - On April 1, 2008, the parties in the North American Menu Foods litigation reached an agreement in principle. ROCHON | GENOVA , along with other Canadian law firms, was instrumental in achieving this agreement. The final settlement requires approval of the courts in Canada and the United States. However, under the agreement, upon submitting
- [Canadian Class Certified in Medtronic Defibrillator Case](https://rochongenova.com/news/article37/) - A Canadian judge has granted class status to plaintiffs in product liability litigation over Medtronic Inc.'s recalled implantable defibrillators, ruling that "access to justice" favoured certification. Issuing her opinion on Thursday, Ontario Superior Court Judge Alexandra Hoy certified a class of up to 2,400 Canadian plaintiffs alleging Medtronic breached its duty to warn consumers
- [Canadian Serzone Class Action Settlement Approved](https://rochongenova.com/news/article36/) - By order dated December 6, 2007, Mr. Justice Cullity of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice certified the Ontario proceeding as a class action and approved the Serzone® Settlement. In order for the Settlement to become effective it must still be approved by the Quebec Superior Court. Please note that the final day of
- [Lens Solution Manufacturer Class Action](https://rochongenova.com/news/article32/) - OCTOBER 5, 2007Press Release from Health Canada - Update on recall of COMPLETE All-In-One Contact Lens Care SolutionAMO Solution Class ActionTORONTO, June 1 /CNW/ - Today, the law firm of ROCHON | GENOVA issued a class action on behalf of users of Advanced Medical Optics Inc.'s ("AMO") Complete All-in-one MoisturePlus Solution (the "Solution"), a contact
- [125 Parkway Forest Drive Carbon Monoxide Class Action](https://rochongenova.com/news/article24/) - On April 24, 2006, the Honourable Mr. Justice Cullity of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice approved a settlement reached in the above-noted class action lawsuit (Please click here to read Justice Cullity's Order). The settlement will provide varying amounts of compensation to eligible class members depending on the extent of carbon monoxide related injuries.
- [Investigation Immigration Backlog Targeted](https://rochongenova.com/news/article20/) - OTTAWA-The federal immigration department is crafting plans for a $2 billion investment to reduce a backlog of 700,000 would-be immigrants. The investment, to be hammered out over the coming weeks, is the first step in the department's strategy to cut waiting lists and dramatically boost immigration, sources say. The plan, which has yet to
- [Guidant National Class Action Commenced](https://rochongenova.com/news/article19/) - A national class action has been launched on behalf of patients who have received defective defibrillators manufactured by Guidant Corporation. The Statement of Claim alleges that despite its knowledge that the device was defective, Guidant continued to market the defibrillators without disclosing the problem to medical professionals and patients. The defibrillator has been linked to
- [Martha Nino Voted One of Canada's Top 25 Immigrants - May 4, 2009](https://rochongenova.com/news/article76/) - ROCHON | GENOVA would like to congratulate Martha Nino on being chosen one of the Top 25 Canadian Immigrants of 2009. Over 10,000 people voted in Canadian Immigrant magazine's first ever people's choice awards between February and April. The awards aim to celebrate the achievements of immigrants who have positively contributed to Canadian society. Originally
- [Maple Leaf Class Action Update - December 18, 2008](https://rochongenova.com/news/article66/) - Maple Leaf Foods Reaches Settlement Agreement of Class Action Lawsuits TORONTO, Dec. 18, 2008 (Canada NewsWire via COMTEX News Network) -- Maple Leaf Foods (TSX: MFI) today announced that, subject to court approvals in Saskatchewan, Quebec and Ontario, it has reached a settlement agreement with the principal counsel groups who launched class actions following a
- [Maple Leaf Foods Class Action - October 6, 2008](https://rochongenova.com/news/article59/) - The number of confirmed deaths linked to the listeriosis outbreak traced to a Maple Leaf Foods meat-packing plant in Toronto has risen to 20.The death occurred in Ontario, where there has now been 15 deaths where listeriosis linked to the Maple Leaf plant was the underlying or contributing cause, Public Health Agency of Canada officials
- [Carrier Furnace Class Action Update - July 18, 2008](https://rochongenova.com/news/article51/) - The Ontario Superior Court of Justice has approved the Settlement and counsel fees in this class proceeding. The deadline to file a claim is September 8, 2008. For further information, you may click the website www.FurnaceClaims.ca. You may also contact the Claims Administrator at 1 (877) 632-0916 to have a claim form mailed to you.
- [Class Action Commenced against Toronto Psychiatrist for Over-prescribing Narcotics](https://rochongenova.com/news/article58/) - September 19, 2008 - After a detailed investigation, ROCHON | GENOVA has today commenced a class action representing all persons in Canada who purchased and/or ingested meat products recalled by Maple Leaf Foods in August 2008. The claim, which was issued in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice in Toronto alleges that Maple Leaf failed
- [Maple Leaf Class Proceeding](https://rochongenova.com/news/article57/) - September 19, 2008 - After a detailed investigation, ROCHON | GENOVA has today commenced a class action representing all persons in Canada who purchased and/or ingested meat products recalled by Maple Leaf Foods in August 2008. The claim, which was issued in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice in Toronto alleges that Maple Leaf failed
- [Health authorities link 12 deaths to contaminated meat](https://rochongenova.com/news/article56/) - NATIONAL POST JorMeagan Fitzpatrick and Jorge Barrera Canwest News Service Published: Monday, August 25, 2008 OTTAWA -- Twelve deaths in Canada have now been linked to listeriosis, according to federal health officials who said Monday the deaths are among 26 confirmed cases of an outbreak across the country stemming from contaminated meat. Eleven deaths were
- [Study finds codeine harmful to some breast-fed babies](https://rochongenova.com/news/article55/) - LISA PRIEST Globe and Mail Update August 20, 2008 at 3:58 PM EDT TORONTO - Almost one quarter of babies whose mothers took codeine while breastfeeding showed signs of central nervous system depression - suggesting the drug can transform mother's milk into a troubling brew, according to a new study. Specifically, 17 of 72 babies
- [National Post - CIBC sued over subprime investments](https://rochongenova.com/news/article54/) - Jim Middlemiss, Financial Post Published: Wednesday, July 23, 2008 The subprime litigation frenzy in the United States has spilled over the border with the launching of a multi-billion-dollar class-action against CIBC and eight current and former executives over failed investments in U.S. residential mortgages. Shareholder and proposed lead plaintiff Howard Green, of Thornhill, Ont., alleges
- [Skyservice Update April 1, 2010](https://rochongenova.com/news/article98/) - Skyservice Airlines Inc. went into receivership March 31, 2010. While the receivership order states that any existing actions against Syservice Airlines Inc. have been stayed, we will be moving to have the stay lifted to allow this existing action to proceed. Prior to the receivership being announced, we were in settlement negotiations. We also have
- [Elizabeth Cabraser Selected for Margaret Brent Women Lawyers of Achievement Award - March 25, 2010](https://rochongenova.com/news/article96/) - The partners of ROCHON | GENOVA would like to congratulate Elizabeth Cabraser on her selection by the American Bar Association for the 2010 Margaret Brent Woman Lawyers of Achievement Award. This annual award was established in 1991, with the aim of recognizing women lawyers who have both achieved professional excellence and acted as a positive
- [Skyservice Update - June 14, 2010](https://rochongenova.com/news/article104/) - Due to the Bankruptcy of Skyservice Airlines Inc. and resulting stay of our Class Action, the Certification Hearing originally scheduled for May 26-27, 2010 has been postponed to November 10, 2010. We attended before the Honourable Justice Perrell on May 26, 2010 to reschedule the Certification Hearing and discuss the ongoing issue of the Receivership
- [Skyservice Update - May 25 2010](https://rochongenova.com/news/article101/) - ROCHON | GENOVA is currently in the final stages of securing consent to have the stay of our action lifted from the Skyservice Receivership Order. While we are confident that this issue will be resolved within the next few weeks, we have had to adjourn the Certification Hearing originally scheduled for May 26-27, 2010. All
- [CIBC should restate earnings: expert](https://rochongenova.com/news/article114/) - National Post - Wednesday, August 11, 2010 By Jim Middlemiss Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce breached Canadian accounting standards by failing to properly disclose its exposure to subprime mortgages, says expert testimony filed in Canada's biggest lawsuit to stem from the credit crisis. Gordon Richardson, the KPMG professor of accounting at the Rotman School of
- [Canada-wide settlement reached in vioxx class actions – January 20, 2012](https://rochongenova.com/news/article148/) - UPDATE (January 20, 2012): We are pleased to announce that a settlement has been reached in this action: Settlement Agreement The settlement is for up to $36,881,250.00 depending on the number of approved claims and includes payments to provincial health insurers, payments towards legal costs, and payments for notice and claims administration. If the settlement
- [Immigration Conference in Caracas, Venezuela - January 29, 2012 #4](https://rochongenova.com/news/article147/) - Emigra y Construye tu Futuro en CANADÁ Conferencia Informativa Caracas 29 de Enero de 2012 | 11:00 a.m. Hotel Embassy Suites | Salón Millenium Confirmar asistencia a: [email protected] Si desea solicitar una entrevista personalizada para la evaluación de su perfil, escribir a: [email protected] » ¿Quiénes Somos? Rochon Genova es una prestigiosa y acreditada firma
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- [Oakridge Group Action Update – November 3, 2010](https://rochongenova.com/news/article123/) - Pursuant to the reasons of Mr. Justice Cullity dated March 30, 2006, the court granted leave for the plaintiffs to continue with a multi-plaintiff group action following the failed class action certification. We commenced a multi-plaintiff group action on behalf of some thirty-seven individuals on October 12, 2006. Since then, we have proceeded to the
- [Oxycontin Class Action Update – October 21, 2010](https://rochongenova.com/news/article118/) - On June 8, 2007, the law firms of ROCHON | GENOVA and Siskinds issued a class action in Ontario on behalf of persons in Canada, other than in Québec, who were prescribed and who ingested Oxycontin® against the manufacturers of Oxycontin®, Purdue Pharma, Purdue Pharma Inc., Purdue Frederick Inc., The Purdue Frederick Company, Inc. and
- [Canadian Class Action Commenced Against Zimmer for Failure of Durom Cup Hip Implant](https://rochongenova.com/news/article119/) - TORONTO, Oct. 28 /CNW/ - On October 27, 2010, the Toronto law firm of ROCHON | GENOVA issued a national class action on behalf of persons in Canada, excluding residence of British Columbia, who were implanted with the Zimmer Acetabular Durom Component ("Durom Cup"). The national class action is against Zimmer Inc., Zimmer Holdings, Inc.
- [In a Landmark Trilogy, Supreme Court of Canada Allows Indirect Purchasers to Sue for Competition Act Violations](https://rochongenova.com/news/article174/) - In three highly anticipated decisions, the Supreme Court of Canada has held that indirect purchasers can commence class action lawsuits in Canada. The three decisions, Pro-Sys Consultants Ltd. v. Microsoft Corporation, Sun-Rype Products Ltd. v. Archer Daniels Midland Company and Infineon Technologies AG v. Option consommateurs, not only allow indirect purchasers to sue for damages
- [Apotex and Sandoz Implicated in Bladder Cancer Case](https://rochongenova.com/news/article173/) - TORONTO, October 28, 2013 - On October 25, 2013, the law firm of ROCHON | GENOVA issued a class action on behalf of users of generic versions of diabetes drug ACTOS (pioglitazone hydrochloride) against generic manufacturers and distributors Apotex Inc., Sandoz International GmbH, and Sandoz Canada Incorporated. Pioglitazone, under the brand name ACTOS®, was approved
- [Canada-Wide Settlement Reached in Toyota Economic Loss Class Action](https://rochongenova.com/news/article170/) - TORONTO, Aug. 23, 2013 /CNW/ - Toyota has agreed to settle Canadian consumer claims related to alleged economic loss following its recalls in 2009 and 2010. The class action settlement, is pending approval by courts in Ontario, Québec, Nova Scotia and Saskatchewan. The settlement will resolve the economic loss claims against Toyota commenced on behalf
- [CP Rail, Union Tank, Trinity Industries, GE Railcar Services and Western Petroleum Implicated in the Lac-Mégantic Class Proceeding](https://rochongenova.com/news/article169/) - LAC-MÉGANTIC, QC, Aug. 16, 2013 /CNW/ - Canadian Pacific Railway Co. ("CP") has been added as a respondent. It is alleged that CP entrusted the transport of highly explosive shale liquids to a carrier with one of the poorest safety records in the industry which was operating on poorly maintained "excepted track" that did not
- [Lac-Megantic Attorney and Rochon Genova file Class Action Motion for Authorization on Behalf of Victims and Families Following Devastating Train Derailment](https://rochongenova.com/news/article168/) - LAC-MÉGANTIC, QC, July 15, 2013 /CNW/ - A class action proceeding (motion for authorization) was filed today relating to the Lac-Mégantic train derailment and subsequent devastation suffered by this small community. Legal action is being brought to provide compensation to the many Lac-Mégantic victims who have suffered from very serious losses. The action seeks recovery
- [Update: The first of 3,000 actions relating to Actos goes to trial in the U.S.](https://rochongenova.com/news/article165/) - More details can be found at: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/2013-02-28/takeda-didn-t-warn-of-actos-cancer-risk-lawyer-says.html
- [Investors Launch Class Action Against SNC-Lavalin and Its Directors and Officers: Lawsuit seeks $1.5 billion in compensation, citing misrepresentations in relation to company's governance practices](https://rochongenova.com/news/article153/) - TORONTO, May 9, 2012 - ROCHON | GENOVA has commenced a global class action in Ontario on behalf of investors of SNC-Lavalin Group Inc. (TSX: SNC.TO and OTC: SNCAF.PK) alleging securities law violations by the company, its Board of Directors and certain officers. The claim arises from allegedly unlawful payments made by SNC-Lavalin to members,
- [CTV airs report on patients questioning safety of metal hip replacements](https://rochongenova.com/news/article151/) - On April 22, 2012, CTV aired a TV report on CTV National News about patients questioning the safety of metal hip replacements. The video report and a text article accompanying the TV piece can be found at the following link: https://www.ctv.ca/CTVNews/TopStories/20120420/metal-hip-replacement-implant-120422/ On October 27, 2010, ROCHON | GENOVA issued a national class action on behalf
- [Update – November 22, 2013. Plaintiffs deliver revised certification materials and a further representative plaintiff is added in Hydroxycut class action](https://rochongenova.com/news/article178/) - The plaintiffs' revised certification materials were delivered today, representing a further step towards the certification hearing which is scheduled to take place in November 2014. The materials had to be revised to take account of bankruptcy proceedings against one of the defendants, Iovate Health Sciences Inc. According to those proceedings, no claims could be made
- [Update – November 22, 2013. Settlement talks to take place in December 2013 in Pseudomonas class action](https://rochongenova.com/news/article177/) - In a promising new development, the defendant University Health Network (UHN) has agreed to take part in settlement discussions with the representative plaintiffs. The discussions will take place in December 2013. Class members are currently being contacted for additional details in order to inform the talks. While there is no guarantee that the talks will
- [Victory for Access to Justice in Supreme Court of Canada "Market Timing" Decision](https://rochongenova.com/news/article186/) - TORONTO - December 17, 2013 - In a major win for access to justice, the Supreme Court of Canada has upheld a decision to certify the "market timing" class action (Fischer v CI Mutual Funds). The decision gives a green light to class actions even where a parallel regulatory proceeding has generated some compensation, if
- [Ontario Superior Court Judge Permits Lawsuit to Proceed Against the Ontario Government and Defendant Doctors on Behalf of Alleged Victims of Torture in Oak Ridge Group Action](https://rochongenova.com/news/article185/) - On November 29, 2013, by Order of Justice Perell of the Ontario Superior Court, five plaintiffs were added to the Oak Ridge group action. ROCHON | GENOVA , the lawyers for the group of plaintiffs, argued a full day motion on November 22, 2013. The defendants, the Government of Ontario and the two psychiatrists involved
- [Johnson & Johnson Tentatively Agrees to $4 Billion Settlement Over Depuy Hip Implants in USA](https://rochongenova.com/news/article176/) - Johnson & Johnson has tentatively agreed to a US settlement that could reach up to $4 billion to resolve thousands of lawsuits filed by patients injured by Depuy all-metal replacement hips. For further details about this tentative settlement, please visit: https://www.nytimes.com/2013/11/13/business/johnson-and-johnson-said-to-agree-to-4-billion-settlement-over-hip-implants.html?_r=0
- [Lac-Mégantic Class Action -- Victims Demand "Big Oil" Take Responsibility for Explosion: Marathon Oil Corporation and Slawson Exploration Added as Respondents](https://rochongenova.com/news/article175/) - LAC-MÉGANTIC, QC, Nov. 7, 2013 /CNW/ - The Honourable Mr. Justice Martin Bureau, the judge designated to oversee the Lac Mégantic train explosion class action, granted a motion to add two oil producers, Marathon Oil Corporation ("MRO") and Slawson Exploration Company, Inc. ("Slawson") as Respondents in the Class Proceeding. It is alleged that these were
- [How a consumer dashcam can help in an insurance dispute](https://rochongenova.com/news/how-a-consumer-dashcam-can-help-in-an-insurance-dispute/) - This article looks at how consumer dashcams help in insurance disputes and improve driver safety. Dashboard cameras ("dashcams") have boomed in popularity in recent years, driven by lower prices and dramatic viral dashcam video of everything from plane crashes to meteor strikes. As the Globe and Mail reports, consumer dashcams are also becoming popular
- [Canada-wide Class Action Over St. Jude Riata Leads](https://rochongenova.com/news/article44/) - A national class action has been launched against St. Jude Medical Inc. and St. Jude Medical Canada, Inc./Medicale St. Jude Canada, Inc., seeking damages on behalf of all affected Canadians for the manufacture and sale of allegedly defective leads marketed and sold under the brand name Riata. The class action was commenced by the
- [Merck Announces $4.85 Billion Vioxx Settlement](https://rochongenova.com/news/article35/) - NEW ORLEANS -- Merck & Co. announced that it agreed to pay about $4.85 billion to settle a significant portion of the claims over injuries allegedly linked to its Vioxx painkiller after insisting for years that it would fight all 27,000 cases filed rather than compromise.The drug maker said if certain conditions under the agreement
- [Rochon Genova Launches Class Action for Victims of Fly Jamaica Crash](https://rochongenova.com/news/rochon-genova-launches-class-action-for-victims-of-fly-jamaica-crash/) - Rochon Genova announced the launch of a class action on behalf of passengers affected by the Fly Jamaica Boeing 757 crash on November 9, 2018, in Georgetown, Guyana. The aircraft experienced a hydraulic failure shortly after departure and crashed through a perimeter fence during an emergency landing attempt; one passenger died and many others were
- [Products don't have to break for liability lawsuits](https://rochongenova.com/news/products-dont-have-to-break-for-liability-lawsuits/) - When thinking of product liability lawsuits, people in Ontario often assume that the product has to break or malfunction in some way. For instance, if an airbag fails to go off during an accident, meaning the person in the crash is more heavily injured than they should have been, it sets up the grounds for
- [Can I sue if my car has a defective airbag?](https://rochongenova.com/news/can-i-sue-if-my-car-has-a-defective-airbag/) - Most people are aware of the recent international controversy surrounding the safety of vehicle airbags. Generally, concern has risen that some vehicle airbags can explode with such force that they could potentially expel metal fragments and harm vehicle occupants. Defective airbags manufactured by the Japanese company Takata have been linked to at least six deaths
- [Examples of dangerous children's products](https://rochongenova.com/news/examples-of-dangerous-childrens-products/) - Trying to keep your children safe can feel like a never-ending job as a parent, and one thing you should know is that many consumer products could pose potential dangers. Being aware of these risks can help you to avoid injuries that could linger for the rest of a child's life. Some dangerous products aimed
- [Product liability cases don't have to relate to physical injury](https://rochongenova.com/news/product-liability-cases-dont-have-to-relate-to-physical-injury/) - When you think of product liability cases, do you typically assume that they involve dangerous products which have caused physical injury to those who used them? While this is true in many cases--such as a defective automobile that caused an accident or did not protect a person properly during a crash--it's very important to note
- [The moral dilemma of driverless cars](https://rochongenova.com/news/the-moral-dilemma-of-driverless-cars/) - There are many people who believe that driverless cars will be the end-all for traffic accidents, which claim almost 300,000 lives in the U.S. each decade. While the idea of no longer having to sit in traffic jams is appealing, there is one thing that is not: the moral dilemma that must be answered in
- [How do product recalls happen?](https://rochongenova.com/news/how-do-product-recalls-happen/) - When a consumer buys a product, he or she expects that product to be safe to use or consume. Unfortunately, this is not always the case, which may warrant a product recall. There is a process that is followed in order for a product to be recalled, although motor vehicle recalls are handled differently from
- [Why do products need accurate labels?](https://rochongenova.com/news/why-do-products-need-accurate-labels/) - When buying products, it's clear why those products need to have accurate labels. Without them, consumers like yourself will not be able to find the proper products, and sales will decline. However, from a legal perspective, the accuracy of such labels is even more important.In Canada, labelling is governed by the Consumer Packaging and Labelling
- [Does the misuse of a product impact a liability case?](https://rochongenova.com/news/does-the-misuse-of-a-product-impact-a-liability-case/) - If you're injured while using a product, the manufacturer may claim that you were misusing it. How is this going to impact the case?The reason the manufacturer will take this route is that the company will try to prove you would not have been hurt if you had used it properly. The only reason you
- [5 key components to a product liability case](https://rochongenova.com/news/5-key-components-to-a-product-liability-case/) - When it comes to a product liability case in Ontario, there are five key components that have to be considered. They are as follows:1. A duty of care owed by the manufacturer to the plaintiff. The manufacturer is obligated to make a safe product that will not cause injury when used properly. 2. A clear
- [Products liability in Canada: Metal-on-metal hip replacements](https://rochongenova.com/news/products-liability-in-canada-metal-on-metal-hip-replacements/) - British researchers have found that metal-on-metal hip replacements are highly likely to fail. This paves the way for the launching of products liability suits by the tens of thousands of people over the world -- many of whom are in Canada -- who may be affected by that possibility. The research was mainly focused on
- [False advertising and products liability in Canada](https://rochongenova.com/news/false-advertising-and-products-liability-in-canada/) - Advertisements are created to sell products and services. But there are times when they're more than just a little embellished. Sometimes they falsely highlight the product or service in an over-the-top pitch to entice further purchases. However, the Competition Act in Canada states that advertising can't be misleading or false, since such ads could lead consumers
- [Breast-fed babies could be harmed by codeine](https://rochongenova.com/news/breast-fed-babies-could-be-harmed-by-codeine/) - If you're breastfeeding your child, it's important to pay attention to what you put into your body at all times. Studies have shown that what you consume can be transferred to the child, and, when taking drugs and medications, this can be quite dangerous.One study looked at the impact of the popular painkiller codeine. In
- [Antacid drugs associated with dementia in elderly patients](https://rochongenova.com/news/antacid-drugs-associated-with-dementia-in-elderly-patients/) - The results from research done in Germany indicate that a widely used type of medicine for treating heartburn can significantly raise the risk of dementia in elderly patients. The research was featured in the medical journal JAMA Neurology published earlier this month.The group of drugs are known as proton pump inhibitors and lower the acid
- [How pharmaceutical liability can get very complicated](https://rochongenova.com/news/how-pharmaceutical-liability-can-get-very-complicated/) - From the outside, it may appear that pharmaceutical liability is pretty clear-cut. If you take a drug that harms you and you weren't warned, you have a case. You can sue to get back money for medical treatment or compensation for pain and suffering, lost wages, and more.In some cases, it really can be this
- [Ontario pharmaceutical liability and the dark side of Tylenol 3](https://rochongenova.com/news/ontario-pharmaceutical-liability-and-the-dark-side-of-tylenol-3/) - When people get sick, they believe over-the-counter drugs or those prescribed to them will help them to feel better. But many Ontario residents get sick from what they can buy off the shelf or are prescribed and as such may be entitled to compensation by launching a pharmaceutical liability case against the company who manufactures the
- [Pharmaceutical liability: Health Canada wants codeine off shelves](https://rochongenova.com/news/pharmaceutical-liability-health-canada-wants-codeine-off-shelves/) - Nonprescription codeine is readily available on shelves at pharmacies and most grocery stores in Canada. If Health Canada has anything to say about it, that will be changing in the near future. These sorts of products have been associated with pharmaceutical liability lawsuits across the country. Codeine can be found in many products, including pain
- [Can I file a legal claim if my medication is ineffective?](https://rochongenova.com/news/can-i-file-a-legal-claim-if-my-medication-is-ineffective/) - If you are sick or hurt, medication can be a crucial element of your treatment and care plan. But if your medication doesn't work and ultimately causes more problems, could someone be legally liable? As is often the case, the answer is: maybe. First, you need to answer a couple of big questions. Why didn't
- [Doctors in Ontario can penalize themselves, privately](https://rochongenova.com/news/doctors-in-ontario-can-penalize-themselves-privately/) - Getting a serious injury is painful and can affect you for months and even years later. If you have to see a doctor and you have become injured you may want to get in touch with a worthy lawyer who knows how to handle a situation like this.Did you know that there are approximately 40
- [Brain injuries can change your life](https://rochongenova.com/news/brain-injuries-can-change-your-life/) - Many personal injuries that are suffered in Ontario only last for a short time; things like broken bones and lacerations are painful, but they heal relatively quickly and many of them have little to no lasting impact. However, the same is not true for brain injuries. Often, these will last for a lifetime, and they
- [Handling a personal injury on transit](https://rochongenova.com/news/handling-a-personal-injury-on-transit/) - Any kind of vehicle can be involved in an accident. From legal and insurance standpoints, the type of vehicle can make a difference regarding what happens next. For anyone who suffers a personal injury while riding on public transit, or a hired carrier, things may be very different than they are with privately owned vehicles.In
- [A contact lens solution could create permanent vision loss](https://rochongenova.com/news/a-contact-lens-solution-could-create-permanent-vision-loss/) - The solution you use on your contact lenses is supposed to clean them and disinfect them, helping to prevent irritation and infection. With millions of people using contact lenses every day, it's very important for it to work properly.If you've used a solution called AMO Complete All-In-One Moisture Plus, though, it could have been doing
- [A personal injury can happen anytime, anywhere](https://rochongenova.com/news/a-personal-injury-can-happen-anytime-anywhere/) - When most people in Ontario think of hazardous situations, they probably think about dangerous drivers, cyclists negotiating city streets, icy sidewalks in the winter or other obvious dangers. The truth is many hazards either are hidden from view, or are not obvious even when they're in plain sight. A personal injury can happen at any
- [Cyclists at risk of personal injury from car doors](https://rochongenova.com/news/cyclists-at-risk-of-personal-injury-from-car-doors/) - Though the snow has recently returned, it won't be long before bicyclists return to Ontario streets. Bikes are inexpensive and environmentally friendly, and their compact nature makes them a favourite in downtown hubs. Unfortunately, many motorists are not looking for bikes in a big city, and accidents happen. One of the most dreaded bike/car interactions
- [Unsafe freeway merging causes personal injury accidents](https://rochongenova.com/news/unsafe-freeway-merging-causes-personal-injury-accidents/) - In Ontario, drivers may find the most stressful moment of a commute is when they have to merge onto a busy freeway. Whether traffic is crawling or moving at terrifying speeds, reaching the end of a ramp with nowhere to go and cars approaching from behind can be intimidating, to say the least. Perhaps equally
- [Pedestrians are at risk for severe personal injury in an accident](https://rochongenova.com/news/pedestrians-are-at-risk-for-severe-personal-injury-in-an-accident/) - Any accident involving a motor vehicle has the potential to cause serious injuries. When a pedestrian is struck by a vehicle, however, the results are often catastrophic. The possibility of suffering a long-term personal injury is always a concern, especially in the large urban centres of Ontario.The city of Toronto published a study in 2015
- [Know your rights after suffering a personal injury in a fight](https://rochongenova.com/news/know-your-rights-after-suffering-a-personal-injury-in-a-fight/) - Many injury cases are reasonably straightforward in that one person typically injures another party through some form of negligence. The victim is frequently just an innocent person who happened to be in the wrong place at the wrong time. Not all personal injury cases are the same, of course, but many share these common traits.
- [What to do after suffering a personal injury in a bicycle crash](https://rochongenova.com/news/what-to-do-after-suffering-a-personal-injury-in-a-bicycle-crash/) - Bicycles are more common than ever on the streets of Ontario. With the rising cost of fuel, the resurgence in downtown residential living and improved infrastructure for cyclists in cities, it is a logical choice for many people. However, cyclists have an enhanced risk of suffering a personal injury due to a lack of protection.
- [Can you sue in Canada for a personal injury suffered on vacation?](https://rochongenova.com/news/can-you-sue-in-canada-for-a-personal-injury-suffered-on-vacation/) - When someone goes away for a holiday, all that's on his or her mind is having some fun in the sun and leaving the everyday stresses of life in Ontario behind. Some prudent types might think to take out travel insurance to guard against the unexpected. Few however, would ever consider that a life-threatening personal
- [Toronto trying to reduce vehicular personal injury incidents](https://rochongenova.com/news/toronto-trying-to-reduce-vehicular-personal-injury-incidents/) - The big cities of Ontario are hives of activity seven days a week. Downtown workers swell the numbers on weekdays, and shoppers and sightseers take over on the weekends. Given all the cars, trucks, bikes, motorcycles and pedestrians mixing, accidents seem inevitable, and the risk of personal injury is high. Measures undertaken by the City
- [Avoid this common mistake after a car accident](https://rochongenova.com/news/avoid-this-common-mistake-after-a-car-accident/) - No matter where you go these days, it’s rare to find someone who isn’t staring at their phone. As a society, we have become addicted to our devices – and our constant virtual connectedness. You probably already know it’s dangerous to use your cell phone while driving. However, there is another time when using your
- [PTSD after a car accident: signs, symptoms and support](https://rochongenova.com/news/ptsd-after-a-car-accident-signs-symptoms-and-support/) - Serious car accidents can leave more than just physical scars. The psychological impact, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), can be just as profound. If you or a loved one has been in an accident, understanding PTSD is crucial for recovery. The connection between accidents and PTSD Accidents are sudden and often distressing events. They can
- [Riding in sync: Tips to stay safe during group motorcycle rides](https://rochongenova.com/news/riding-in-sync-tips-to-stay-safe-during-group-motorcycle-rides/) - The feeling of the wind whipping past, the sun on your face and the open road ahead – there's nothing quite like riding your motorcycle through Toronto. And sharing that experience with a group of friends can make a ride that much better. However, safety should always be a top priority during a group ride.
- [Understanding brain chemistry can help avoid distracted driving](https://rochongenova.com/news/understanding-brain-chemistry-can-help-avoid-distracted-driving/) - You may be sitting in the office, at home watching TV or wandering through the produce section at the grocery story. Wherever you are, the moment you hear that familiar chime of your cell phone notifications, you’re probably instinctively reaching for your phone. We’ve become addicted to our smartphones. We crave the constant connectivity to
- [Why don't drivers see motorcyclists?](https://rochongenova.com/news/why-dont-drivers-see-motorcyclists/) - Motorcycles look cool, and riders typically like how they look on their bike. But unfortunately, other motorists don't always see motorcyclists in a similar light. In fact, far too often, drivers don't see riders at all. Drivers aren't looking for them Perhaps the most frustrating reason drivers hit motorcyclists they didn't see is that they
- [7 ways to stay safer on your motorcycle this year](https://rochongenova.com/news/7-ways-to-stay-safer-on-your-motorcycle-this-year/) - There is a stereotype that motorcyclists are dangerous, rule-breaking rebels. However, when it comes to riding, motorcyclists can be just as adamant about being safe and responsible as anyone else.In fact, statistics from the Ontario Provincial Police in 2017 show that motorists and motorcyclists were roughly equal in terms of causing fatal motorcycle accidents. As
- [Motorcycle safety 101](https://rochongenova.com/news/motorcycle-safety-101/) - Whether you drive a car, truck or motorcycle, you share the road with other people and vehicles. Motorcycles can sometimes make other drivers nervous due to the fact they are more slender vehicles, they can weave through traffic inconspicuously and the driver is not encased within the vehicle. Due to these differences, drivers of cars
- [Even if you can’t see crash injuries, they cause real problems](https://rochongenova.com/news/even-if-you-cant-see-crash-injuries-they-cause-real-problems/) - Serious car accidents often result in serious injuries, from broken bones to lacerations. You might need X-rays, stitches or surgery to repair the damage. However, some crash injuries aren't visible. What are invisible injuries? As the name implies, invisible injuries are those we cannot see just by looking at someone. We can't tell where it
- [Will a parallel regulatory action affect a pending class action?](https://rochongenova.com/news/will-a-parallel-regulatory-action-affect-a-pending-class-action/) - When it comes to a proposed class action lawsuit, plaintiff lawyers who are bringing the action must ensure that the class gets certified by the court, otherwise it cannot proceed. A lot of things can come up during the preliminary phases of a proposed class action to prevent it from getting certified, so it is
- [Restoring the balance of justice through class action litigation](https://rochongenova.com/news/restoring-the-balance-of-justice-through-class-action-litigation/) - Most of us have been in situations where a company or an organization has exerted their superior wealth or power over us. This is true regardless of whether a cable television company charged you for services they never provided, or a pharmaceutical manufacturer downplayed the adverse health risks of their medications.In most of these cases,
- [Regulatory compensation isn't always enough](https://rochongenova.com/news/regulatory-compensation-isnt-always-enough/) - In some class action lawsuits, regulatory compensation may also be generated through a parallel action. It used to be that companies could essentially mask their own responsibility with this compensation, saying they should not have to pay any more since they'd already paid out. This could hinder the action that was taken by the class
- [The benefit of class action lawsuits](https://rochongenova.com/news/the-benefit-of-class-action-lawsuits/) - The main benefit of a class action lawsuit, and the reason that such an option exists, is that many people can work together to pursue compensation that would be too low for them to seek out on their own, due to the cost of litigation.However, these cases can still be worthwhile because of the sheer
- [Facebook may have ignored your privacy rights](https://rochongenova.com/news/facebook-may-have-ignored-your-privacy-rights/) - Facebook makes money by running ads, and those ads are based on what users want to see. The more that Facebook can learn about what its users are interested in, the more accurately they can display those ads, which can help with revenue.To increase this ability, Facebook allegedly violated users' rights to privacy by going
- [Multiple carmakers have been accused of systematic fraud](https://rochongenova.com/news/multiple-carmakers-have-been-accused-of-systematic-fraud/) - The car industry has been changing in recent years, and not just because of the shift to alternative fuel and hybrid vehicles. Multiple cases of systematic fraud have also played a role in exposing issues with the industry; forcing changes to be made.More recently, Volkswagen has been at the heart of one of these scandals.
- [Toyota provided cash or a Brake Override System](https://rochongenova.com/news/toyota-provided-cash-or-a-brake-override-system/) - Toyota was in the news a lot a few years back for throttle issues with a number of vehicles specially centering around the electronic throttle control system or ETCS-i. In an effort to make it right, it provided consumers who have bought those possibly defective vehicles with a new Brake Override System. This upgrade was done for
- [Zimmer hip joints could cause pain](https://rochongenova.com/news/zimmer-hip-joints-could-cause-pain/) - When you get a hip replacement, you want the new device to function perfectly. You want increased mobility and better overall movement. You want stability and reliability. What you don't want is severe, chronic pain. Unfortunately, that's what a number of people got with Zimmer Durom Cup implants.The Durom Cup is a metal joint, and
- [Defective defibrillators could drain batteries](https://rochongenova.com/news/defective-defibrillators-could-drain-batteries/) - A class action lawsuit has been brought against Medtronic of Canada Ltd. and Medtronic, Inc. over the defibrillators that the company sold. Though these are designed to help people with heart conditions, there have been serious concerns at almost every level, from development and design to testing to the marketing and sale of these units.
- [Hydroxycut facing products liability suit in Canada](https://rochongenova.com/news/hydroxycut-facing-products-liability-suit-in-canada/) - Health Canada is urging consumers not to use the product Hydroxycut because of the number of adverse reactions reported. Although not authorized for sale in Ontario or the rest of Canada, consumers can still purchase the product. A products liability suit has been launched against the manufacturer of the product, Iovate Health Sciences Inc. of Oakville. Health Canada
- [Products liability claims may follow E.coli outbreak](https://rochongenova.com/news/products-liability-claims-may-follow-ecoli-outbreak/) - Flour produced by Ardent Mills along with multiple related products have been linked to the E.coli outbreak that infected 30 people across Canada between last November and March of this year. Although no new cases of E.coli have been reported since April, more products are recalled as health inspectors continue to identify potential hazards. Anybody
- [Lawsuit started for those who used Abilify and Abilify Maintena](https://rochongenova.com/news/lawsuit-started-for-those-who-used-abilify-and-abilify-maintena/) - Have you or a loved one used Abilify and/or Abilify Maintena? If so, it's important to know that a class action lawsuit was just started on behalf of all Canadians who used these medications.Abilify is a medication use to treat disorders like Schizophrenia, Major Depressive Disorder and Bipolar I Disorder; it's known as an antipsychotic
- [Why was the Vioxx settlement approved?](https://rochongenova.com/news/why-was-the-vioxx-settlement-approved/) - In 2013, a settlement was approved for those who had used the painkiller Vioxx. It had only been sold until 2004, but it was found that those who used it had a higher risk of circulatory problems, such as heart attacks and strokes. These could cause serious injuries, lasting health issues and even death.During the
- [Hydroxycut recalled after injuries and one death](https://rochongenova.com/news/hydroxycut-recalled-after-injuries-and-one-death/) - Hydroxycut was popular in Canada before the 2009 recall, with millions of units sold. The companies that produced it, Health Sciences Inc. and Muscletech Research and Development Inc., marketed it as a drug that could be used for weight loss. It is, in actuality, an herbal supplement. It is made with green tea extract.The supplement
- [Arthritis sufferers were given compensation for using Bextra](https://rochongenova.com/news/arthritis-sufferers-were-given-compensation-for-using-bextra/) - Do you suffer from rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis, and did you use a drug called Bextra? Bextra is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug -- often referred to as a NSAID -- that developers said would cut back on stiffness, inflammation and overall pain caused by those conditions. In a smaller amount of cases, doctors also gave
- [Oil companies may have neglected to warn shippers before fire](https://rochongenova.com/news/oil-companies-may-have-neglected-to-warn-shippers-before-fire/) - A case regarding the shale oil explosion on a train going from New Town, North Dakota to New Brunswick has been going on for some time, as those injured in the event are trying to seek compensation from the shippers and purchasers. However, two huge oil-related companies -- the Slawson Exploration Company and the Marathon
- [Loblaws Inc faces $2 billion lawsuit for Rana Plaza collapse](https://rochongenova.com/news/loblaws-inc-faces-2-billion-lawsuit-for-rana-plaza-collapse/) - On the 24th of April, 2013, the Rana Plaza factory collapsed. The factory, which was located in Bangladesh, was manned by thousands of workers. A minimum of 1,120 died in the incident, and more than 2,510 other workers suffered serious injuries. In many cases, these injuries were permanent, sometimes resulting is disabilities.After it happened, a
- [Oak Ridge facility allegedly tortured mental health patients](https://rochongenova.com/news/oak-ridge-facility-allegedly-tortured-mental-health-patients/) - The Oak Ridge facility was supposed to treat mental health patients, giving them the assistance they needed, but many have been claiming that they were actually subjected to such brutal treatment while at the facility that it should be viewed as torture. The cases have been going on for more than half a decade, but
- [Rana Plaza collapse spawns multi-billion dollar lawsuit](https://rochongenova.com/news/rana-plaza-collapse-spawns-multi-billion-dollar-lawsuit/) - On April 24, 2013, thousands of employees were working at a garment factory in Bangladesh, unaware of the danger around them. When the factory suddenly collapsed, a minimum of 1,120 people were killed; the number could be higher, as it proved difficult and time-consuming to sort through the rubble. Authorities do know that more than
- [Roof worker suffers personal injury after fall; boss to be jailed](https://rochongenova.com/news/roof-worker-suffers-personal-injury-after-fall-boss-to-be-jailed/) - Men and women who perform their jobs at heights need to be extra diligent when it comes to workplace safety. They should also have a reasonable expectation that their employers are just as concerned with safety. Unfortunately, sometimes a business owner can be more concerned with his own company than with his or her employees.
- [Man suffers serious injury, dies in work accident](https://rochongenova.com/news/man-suffers-serious-injury-dies-in-work-accident/) - It is always unfortunate when someone is injured on the job. But when a personal injury turns fatal, it becomes a terrible tragedy and a burden on the family of the victim. An Ontario man recently lost his life at work in an unusual accident still under investigation.On Nov. 15, 2016, emergency workers responded to
- [Girl suffers serious personal injury during dental visit](https://rochongenova.com/news/girl-suffers-serious-personal-injury-during-dental-visit/) - While any medical procedure can be inherently risky, few people in Ontario would consider a dental appointment a potentially dangerous undertaking. Sadly, for one young girl and her family in another province, a routine visit turned tragic after she suffered a grievous personal injury during an extraction. Her family is now suing the office, including
- [Traumatic personal injury leaves cyclist struggling to live](https://rochongenova.com/news/traumatic-personal-injury-leaves-cyclist-struggling-to-live/) - Though bicycling in a major city can often be the fastest and greenest way from place to place, it is not without an element of risk. A bike offers no protection in the event of an accident and leaves the rider open to a severe personal injury. One Ontario woman was lucky to survive after
- [Ontario cycling advocate suing for personal injury re fall](https://rochongenova.com/news/ontario-cycling-advocate-suing-for-personal-injury-re-fall/) - A well-known Ontario cycling advocate has launched a lawsuit against the City of Windsor, the University of Windsor and a number of contractors. The $600,000 personal injury suit stems from a trip-and-fall accident she had two years ago in a campus construction zone. The Bike Windsor Essex executive director said she suffered injuries to her
- [Hit-and-run personal injury becomes wrongful death situation](https://rochongenova.com/news/hit-and-run-personal-injury-becomes-wrongful-death-situation/) - Once a negligent act has been committed, there is little that can be done to undo it. A hit-and-run driver in Ontario's capital recently returned to the scene, but that did nothing to change the tragic events that had already occurred. After suffering a serious personal injury, the driver's victim later succumbed to his injuries.The
- [Infection-allowing contact solution leads to lawsuit](https://rochongenova.com/news/infection-allowing-contact-solution-leads-to-lawsuit/) - Most people don't think twice about their contact solution. They just use it briefly at the end of the day to wash the contacts and store them away, then they're done with it until the morning. It's a very small part of their day. However, it could have a huge impact on a person's life,
- [Class action filed against Ashley Madison](https://rochongenova.com/news/class-action-filed-against-ashley-madison/) - Avid Life Media Inc. and Avid Dating Life Inc. are named as defendants in a national class-action lawsuit. These two companies are responsible for running AshleyMadison.com. The plaintiff in this case is a disabled widower and Ottawa resident who joined the site after his wife died of breast cancer. According to the two law firms
- [G20 summit detentions focus of class action appeal](https://rochongenova.com/news/g20-summit-detentions-focus-of-class-action-appeal/) - Two lower courts have already ruled on two lawsuits that came about out of the 2010 G20 summit. The Court of Appeal will rule as to whether the two lawsuits can be certified as class actions, something the police authorities believe should not occur.The lawsuits deal with the mass detentions that occurred during the summit,
- [Takeda Pharmaceuticals accused of deleting evidence](https://rochongenova.com/news/takeda-pharmaceuticals-accused-of-deleting-evidence/) - Takeda Pharmaceuticals has been accused of deleting evidence that was needed for a product liability case when the company was under direct orders not to do so. Interestingly, this was true even though the company destroyed the important files before the current case began.The case itself involves Actos, which is taken for diabetes. It has
- [Facebook faces lawsuit over privacy](https://rochongenova.com/news/facebook-faces-lawsuit-over-privacy/) - In many ways, Facebook does the exact opposite of providing privacy. Instead, it puts any personal information that a person uploads in front of hundreds of friends and associates. However, there are still many ways in which Facebook is supposed to keep sensitive information private, and a lawsuit was started against the company for failing
- [Telus and Bell Mobility sued for illegal billing practices](https://rochongenova.com/news/telus-and-bell-mobility-sued-for-illegal-billing-practices/) - Have you ever felt like you paid too much to use your cellphone? Did you feel like you were being deceived with regard to what you were going to owe? If so, and if you used Telus or Bell Mobility, you may have been right. Both companies are now being sued for illegal, deceptive billing
- [Imperial Tobacco being sued for ignoring fire-safe cigarettes](https://rochongenova.com/news/imperial-tobacco-being-sued-for-ignoring-fire-safe-cigarettes/) - Three people in Canada died in a house fire that was started by a cigarette. The youngest was just three years old, the next was 15 and the oldest was 16. The allegation is that the 16-year-old had been smoking a cigarette that was made by Imperial Tobacco Canada when he fell asleep. The still
- [Barrick Gold facing lawsuit for misrepresenting costs](https://rochongenova.com/news/barrick-gold-facing-lawsuit-for-misrepresenting-costs/) - When talking to investors, it's very important for companies to be open and honest regarding earnings and cost projections. No one expects these to be 100 percent accurate, but companies cannot misrepresent things to make themselves look stronger than they are, tricking investors into putting money into their stock.However, that's exactly what Barrick Gold Corporation
- [Class action lawsuit started after whale-watching disaster](https://rochongenova.com/news/class-action-started-after-whale-watching-disaster/) - In October of last year, a whale-watching boat called the Leviathan II overturned at sea, sinking below the freezing water. Six passengers died in the incident. Those who survived were exposed to severe mental and emotional trauma. There were also physical injuries, even to those who made it out. The whole incident happened off the
- [Why was the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce at fault?](https://rochongenova.com/news/why-was-the-canadian-imperial-bank-of-commerce-at-fault/) - The Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce was sued after the American housing market crashed in 2008. It was a huge lawsuit that launched with a multi-billion dollar goal. So, why was the CIBC at fault, considering the crash happened in the United States?The problem was the way that the CIBC represented itself to those who
- [Class action litigation forthcoming against 13 chiropractors](https://rochongenova.com/news/class-action-litigation-forthcoming-against-13-chiropractors/) - Those who suffer from chronic conditions may be quick to place their trust in health care practitioners as they seek relief in any way that seems reasonable. However, when the promises of relief turn out to be empty and founded on bad science, they may find themselves out of money and still suffering. Just east
- [Supreme Court of Canada Advances Management of Cross-Canada Class Actions](https://rochongenova.com/news/supreme-court-of-canada-advances-management-of-cross-canada-class-actions/) - By Joel Rochon and Suzanne ChiodoOn October 20, 2016, the Supreme Court of Canada released its decision in Endean v. BC, in which it held that class actions judges could, in certain circumstances, sit outside their jurisdiction. The decision opens the door to addressing the management of multi-jurisdictional class actions in Canada. Many issues regarding
- [Important things to know about starting class action litigation](https://rochongenova.com/news/important-things-to-know-about-starting-class-action-litigation/) - If an individual or a group wrongs a person directly, there may be grounds for a civil lawsuit. If, however, that same individual or group wrongs many people, class action litigation may be appropriate. For those wishing to know more, here are some key facts about class actions in Ontario.Ontario is one of seven provinces
- [Plaintiffs need ongoing commitment and support against wrongdoing](https://rochongenova.com/news/plaintiffs-need-ongoing-commitment-and-support-against-wrongdoing/) - One of the most significant hallmarks for success in any class action litigation is having a team of lawyers who never give up. Many class action suits go on for a long time before they are resolved. What plaintiffs need most during this time is an active legal team that remains involved in the case
- [Legal action possible if you have been misled about investments](https://rochongenova.com/news/legal-action-possible-if-you-have-been-misled-about-investments/) - There is a reason companies are required to disclose information about their enterprise when trading on the stock market. Accurate disclosure ensures all potential investors are as aware of any risks as possible. Failure to disclose or to wilfully misrepresent can be viewed at the very least as securities misconduct. Investors and shareholders have the
- [What to consider before joining a class action](https://rochongenova.com/news/what-to-consider-before-joining-a-class-action/) - Class action lawsuits are effective ways for several people harmed by a party to take legal action without having to pursue individual claims. And whether you learn about a class action from a mailing, social media or by talking to an attorney, you may find yourself in a position to consider joining a class action
- [How class actions level the playing field for Canadian consumers](https://rochongenova.com/news/how-class-actions-level-the-playing-field-for-canadian-consumers/) - We’ve all been there – stuck with a faulty product, surprised by hidden fees or feeling misled by a company’s advertising. It’s costly and frustrating, especially when it feels like the company holds all the power. But what if you could join forces with other people who have had the same experience? That’s where class
- [The Neglected State of Whistleblower Laws in Canada](https://rochongenova.com/news/trends-in-whistleblowing-laws-across-canada/) - Truly robust whistleblower legislation in Canada is essential to preserving the integrity of our capital markets. As is too often the case, the United States has again out shone Canada in implementing legislation which protects employees of private and public corporations. Since the adoption of the first whistleblower protection laws in the Civil Service Reform
- [Filing claims for sexual assault in Ontario](https://rochongenova.com/news/filing-claims-for-sexual-assault-in-ontario/) - When individuals are victims of sexual assault, they may opt to sue the person who attacked them. The laws haven't always worked on the side of the victims who opt to sue. Recently, Ontario pledged a big change in one key aspect of a sexual assault lawsuit: The province has agreed to amend the law
- [Examples of commercial issues that may require litigation](https://rochongenova.com/news/examples-of-commercial-issues-that-may-require-litigation/) - Things don't always go smoothly when working with corporations and doing business in Ontario. When there is a serious issue, litigation may be needed. Examples of some of the common commercial matters that crop up include the following: The breach of a contract. This can happen when a corporation agrees to take on a contract
- [Volkswagen Canada facing class action litigation, federal charges](https://rochongenova.com/news/volkswagen-canada-facing-class-action-litigation-federal-charges/) - Just because a brand is known and trusted around the world, it doesn't mean the company is infallible. Some of the largest and best-known businesses on the planet have made grave errors, sometimes knowingly, that ultimately affect the consumers who purchase their products or use their services. A prime example from the recent headlines is
- [What happened at Oak Ridge could happen elsewhere in Canada](https://rochongenova.com/news/what-happened-at-oak-ridge-could-happen-elsewhere-in-canada/) - It is safe to say that most Ontario residents know at least a little about what happened to some of the patients at Oak Ridge, a forensic mental health facility in this Province. Some of the horrors that allegedly occurred at Oak Ridge include outright torture, sleep deprivation, solid food starvation and experimentation with LSD
- [Walmart facing class action litigation over alleged tainted food](https://rochongenova.com/news/walmart-facing-class-action-litigation-over-alleged-tainted-food/) - When consumers shop at a retail establishment, they are showing trust in that company to sell them safe products. This is especially true when it comes to food purchases. However, when a retail giant is believed to have knowingly sold contaminated comestibles in large quantities, there may be no recourse for consumers but to participate
- [Toy maker may be hit with class action litigation for faulty toys](https://rochongenova.com/news/toy-maker-may-be-hit-with-class-action-litigation-for-faulty-toys/) - When it comes to consumer goods, the possibility of purchasing a defective item always exists. It is for that reason manufacturers generally provide a limited warranty and retailers offer returns and exchanges. However, when a particular product seems to be failing en masse, there could be a larger issue at hand. A toy maker based
- [Multiple defendants named in plane crash class action litigation](https://rochongenova.com/news/multiple-defendants-named-in-plane-crash-class-action-litigation/) - When an accident happens, it is often a simple matter to determine who is at fault. Once that is established, a victim may then be able to seek remuneration for damages and suffering he or she incurred. However, when an accident involves a commercial airliner landing at an airport owned by the federal government, deciding
- [Class action litigation planned by Tim Hortons franchisees](https://rochongenova.com/news/class-action-litigation-planned-by-tim-hortons-franchisees/) - Sometimes, when Ontario consumers become the victims of large corporations and find it too costly to go to court, conglomerates are able to escape accountability. This is where class action litigation offers individuals the opportunity to obtain compensation for losses by putting them on an even playing field. According to the Great White North Franchisee
- [Indigenous Canadians launch class action litigation in Ontario](https://rochongenova.com/news/indigenous-canadians-launch-class-action-litigation-in-ontario/) - There are some injustices committed that are difficult to define under the Criminal Code, or Ontario provincial law. However, just because an allegedly unjust action cannot be clearly labelled a crime, that doesn't make it any less wrong in the eyes of the victims. In a case like this, class action litigation may be the
- [Way is paved for class action litigation against Facebook](https://rochongenova.com/news/way-is-paved-for-class-action-litigation-against-facebook/) - The Supreme Court of Canada has given the green light to for a lawsuit to proceed against a major social media site alleging that it violated user privacy. Now, Facebook Inc. has to defend itself in a class action litigation in a British Columbia court. Canada's highest court of law recently voted 4-3 in favour of a British Columbia
- [Class action litigation: Record award in talc powder case](https://rochongenova.com/news/class-action-litigation-record-award-in-talc-powder-case/) - A woman from Virginia has been awarded more than $110 million in compensation in a suit against the manufacturer of baby powder. The class action litigation alleged that the baby powder created by manufacturing giant Johnson & Johnson caused the woman's ovarian cancer. There are about 2,000 such lawsuits against the company in the United
- [Class action litigation: OxyContin users waiting for compensation](https://rochongenova.com/news/class-action-litigation-oxycontin-users-waiting-for-compensation/) - Legally prescribed painkillers Oxycontin and OxyNeo have caused many Canadians to be addicted to opioids. Purdue Pharma, the company that manufactures the drugs, has agreed to settle a number of class action litigation lawsuits in Canada to the tune of $20 million. Plaintiffs must be able to prove they suffered harm after taking the drug.Those taking the
- [Class action litigation in Canada against Airbnb](https://rochongenova.com/news/class-action-litigation-in-canada-against-airbnb/) - Airbnb has become a popular way for many people who travel to obtain accommodations. The premise is that people rent out their own dwellings to travellers. However, the company has become the target of class action litigation in Canada launched by a Vancouver strata corporation claiming that Airbnb has rented properties throughout Canada without having the
- [Canada class action litigation: Trouble with Trump Tower](https://rochongenova.com/news/canada-class-action-litigation-trouble-with-trump-tower/) - It seems there were problems with Toronto's Trump Tower from the get go. Fraudsters were outed, major investors pulled out at the last minute, and those left as part of this major project in Canada were put together by the person outed. What's worse, none of those involved had any experience in the development process of a
- [Exploding sunroofs drive class action litigation in Canada](https://rochongenova.com/news/exploding-sunroofs-drive-class-action-litigation-in-canada/) - The last thing drivers want to experience as they're driving down a busy highway, or even on a leisurely drive, is to have the sunroofs in their cars explode. Yet, that is the reason for the proposed class action litigation against Hyundai. The lawsuit, which has yet to be certified as class action, was started
- [Class action litigation against PayPal for alleged hidden fees](https://rochongenova.com/news/class-action-litigation-against-paypal-for-alleged-hidden-fees/) - PayPal Canada, a global online payments business, is being sued. An Ontario man launched the class action litigation suit recently, claiming PayPal is hiding fees when converting currency -- something that is in violation of its agreement with users. The man, who filed documents with the Ontario Superior Court, says PayPal automatically converts any foreign currency in Canadian residents' accounts
- [U.S. Steel Canada retirees seeking to get secret deal revealed](https://rochongenova.com/news/us-steel-canada-retirees-seeking-to-get-secret-deal-revealed/) - Retirees from U.S. Steel Canada and the city of Hamilton, Canada, are making progress in their efforts to reveal a secret deal between the steelmaker and the federal government. The Ontario Court of Appeal approved the right of plaintiffs in the case to appeal a previous judge's decision to maintain the secrecy of the agreement.The
- [Police officer named in lawsuit regarding false charges](https://rochongenova.com/news/police-officer-named-in-lawsuit-regarding-false-charges-1/) - A lawsuit has been filed against a police officer in Ontario, and the allegations it makes could carry large ramifications. The suit is asking for around $2.4 million. The whole thing revolves around an affair that two people had for about eight months. Eventually, the man decided to call things off, but the woman apparently
- [Helping First Nation and Aboriginal victims of sexual assault](https://rochongenova.com/news/helping-first-nation-and-aboriginal-victims-of-sexual-assault/) - Sexual assault is one of the most heinous crimes a victim can ever experience. The psychological trauma of sexual assault can create emotional scars that can last a victim for a lifetime. In the worst cases, sexual assault victims are forced to endure abuse at the hands of people they trust, or people they rely
- [Lost Voices: Victims Need Timely Remedies](https://rochongenova.com/news/lost-voices-victims-need-timely-remedies/) - The lost promise of litigation is restitutio in integrum. Loosely translated, it is an attempt to sew shut a suture, make right a wrong, return to whole what has come undone.Voices of victims are muted though, by cost, delay and expertise. Change is coming. In Hryniak v. Maudlin, the Supreme Court recognized the need for
- [Global News: Rochon Genova Launches National Class Action Over Rexulti Side Effects](https://rochongenova.com/news/global-news-rochon-genova-launches-national-class-action-over-rexulti-side-effects/) - Global News reported on March 14, 2024 that Rochon Genova has filed a national class action against Otsuka Canada Pharmaceutical Inc. and Lundbeck Canada Inc., the co-developers of the antipsychotic drug Rexulti (brexpiprazole). The lawsuit alleges that Rexulti can cause compulsive behaviours and impulse control disorders — including compulsive gambling, hypersexuality, compulsive shopping and binge
- [Ontario Superior Court Certifies Class Actions Against Six Long-Term Care Providers](https://rochongenova.com/news/ontario-superior-court-certifies-class-actions-against-six-long-term-care-providers/) - CBC News reported that the Ontario Superior Court of Justice certified class action lawsuits against six long-term care providers for gross negligence related to illnesses and deaths during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read the CBC article
- [Ontario Court of Appeal Allows Long-Term Care Class Action to Proceed Against Minister](https://rochongenova.com/news/ontario-court-of-appeal-allows-long-term-care-class-action-to-proceed-against-minister/) - CBC News reported that the Ontario Court of Appeal allowed a class action lawsuit to proceed against the Minister of Long-Term Care regarding the provincial government’s response to COVID-19 in long-term care facilities. Read the CBC article
- [CBC's The Fifth Estate: Oak Ridge Mental Health Centre](https://rochongenova.com/news/cbcs-the-fifth-estate-oak-ridge-mental-health-centre/) - CBC's The Fifth Estate broadcast a story on March 4, 2021 about the Oak Ridge division of the Penetanguishene Mental Health Centre, where a court found that patients were subjected to unethical experimental programs between 1966 and 1983. Watch on CBC
- [Globe and Mail: Waypoint Centre Faces Solitary Confinement Lawsuit](https://rochongenova.com/news/globe-and-mail-waypoint-centre-faces-solitary-confinement-lawsuit/) - The Globe and Mail reported on a class action against the Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care in Penetanguishene alleging the unlawful use of solitary confinement against patients. Read the Globe and Mail article
- [Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care Faces $200-Million Lawsuit](https://rochongenova.com/news/waypoint-centre-for-mental-health-care-faces-200-million-lawsuit/) - The New Hamburg Independent reported that the Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care in Penetanguishene faces a $200-million class action lawsuit related to the alleged unlawful confinement of patients. Read the article
- [Toronto Star: Penetang Psychiatric Facility Wrongfully Confines Patients, Class Action Alleges](https://rochongenova.com/news/toronto-star-penetang-psychiatric-facility-wrongfully-confines-patients-class-action-alleges/) - The Toronto Star reported on October 19, 2020 on a proposed class action alleging that the Penetanguishene Mental Health Centre — now operating as Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care — wrongfully confined patients in solitary confinement. Read the Toronto Star article
- [CBC: Families of PS752 Victims Seek Compensation](https://rochongenova.com/news/cbc-families-of-ps752-victims-seek-compensation/) - CBC News reported on efforts by families of victims of Ukraine International Airlines Flight PS752 to seek compensation following the downing of the aircraft on January 8, 2020, which killed all 176 people on board. Read the CBC article
- [Health Canada Suspends Allergan Biocell Breast Implant Licences](https://rochongenova.com/news/health-canada-suspends-allergan-biocell-breast-implant-licences/) - Health Canada suspended the licences for Allergan’s Biocell breast implants due to a confirmed link with breast implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma (BIA-ALCL), a rare form of cancer. Read the Health Canada notice
- [Canadian Class Action Commenced Against Allergan for Breast Implant Risks](https://rochongenova.com/news/canadian-class-action-commenced-against-allergan-for-breast-implant-risks/) - Rochon Genova and Thomson Rogers filed a class action in Ontario Superior Court against Allergan on behalf of Canadian patients with Biocell breast implants, alleging that Allergan knew about serious health risks — including breast implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma — but failed to adequately warn patients. Vincent Genova, partner at Rochon Genova, noted that
- [Lexpert: SNC-Lavalin Shareholder Class Actions Settle for $110 Million](https://rochongenova.com/news/lexpert-snc-lavalin-shareholder-class-actions-settle-for-110-million/) - Lexpert reported on the court approval of a $110 million settlement in the SNC-Lavalin shareholder class action — described as the largest settlement of secondary market-only claims in Canada since Part XXIII.1 of the Securities Act (Ontario) was introduced in 2006. Justice Paul Perell approved the settlement, which arose from allegations of secondary market misrepresentation
- [Global News: Vincent Genova on Privacy Rights and Uber Video Incident](https://rochongenova.com/news/global-news-vincent-genova-on-privacy-rights-and-uber-video-incident/) - Vincent Genova of Rochon Genova spoke to Global News on November 6, 2018 about privacy rights following an incident in which an Uber driver recorded Ottawa Senators hockey players without their knowledge and posted the video online. Watch on Global News
- [SNC-Lavalin Shareholder Class Actions Settle for $110 Million](https://rochongenova.com/news/snc-lavalin-shareholder-class-actions-settle-for-110-million/) - Rochon Genova and Siskinds LLP announced the settlement of shareholder class actions against SNC-Lavalin Group Inc. and certain former officers and directors for an all-inclusive payment of $110 million. The class actions covered investors who purchased SNC-Lavalin securities between November 6, 2009 and February 27, 2012. Read the announcement
- [Globe and Mail: Judge Rules Doctors at Oak Ridge Tortured Patients](https://rochongenova.com/news/globe-and-mail-judge-rules-doctors-at-oak-ridge-tortured-patients/) - The Globe and Mail reported on June 7, 2017 that Justice Paul Perell ruled physicians at the Oak Ridge division of the Penetanguishene Mental Health Centre subjected approximately 1,260 patients to torture through unethical experimental programs between 1966 and 1983, including solitary confinement, the administration of mind-altering drugs, and CIA-developed brainwashing techniques. Read the Globe
- [Corporate Crime Reporter: SNC-Lavalin Pushes for Deferred Prosecution Agreements in Canada](https://rochongenova.com/news/corporate-crime-reporter-snc-lavalin-pushes-for-deferred-prosecution-agreements-in-canada/) - Corporate Crime Reporter covered SNC-Lavalin’s campaign to have Canada adopt deferred prosecution agreements (DPAs) following RCMP corruption charges against the firm. Under a DPA, a company avoids a criminal conviction — and potential exclusion from government contracts — by paying fines and implementing compliance programs. The article examines the debate around DPAs, including criticism from
- [Supreme Court of Canada Allows $4 Billion Securities Class Action Against CIBC to Proceed](https://rochongenova.com/news/supreme-court-of-canada-allows-4-billion-securities-class-action-against-cibc-to-proceed/) - The Supreme Court of Canada allowed a $4 billion securities class action to proceed against CIBC, as reported in a newswire release dated December 4, 2015. Read the announcement
- [BNN: Lawyers to Argue Dangers Were Ignored in Lac-Mégantic Oil Train Disaster](https://rochongenova.com/news/bnn-lawyers-to-argue-dangers-were-ignored-in-lac-megantic-oil-train-disaster/) - BNN reported on June 9, 2014 on a class action arising from the Lac-Mégantic rail disaster, with lawyers arguing that warnings about the dangers of transporting crude oil by rail were ignored. Read the BNN article

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## Cases

- [Market Timing](https://rochongenova.com/cases/market_timing/) - Long-term mutual fund investors allege that frequent trading diluted returns in certain AIC and CI mutual funds.
- [Treaty 9](https://rochongenova.com/cases/treaty-9/) - Proposed class action on behalf of 37 Treaty 9 First Nations alleging Canada and Ontario breached treaty and fiduciary obligations by failing to increase the Treaty 9 annuity payment since 1905, eroding its economic value.
- [Treaty 4](https://rochongenova.com/cases/treaty-4/) - Proposed class action on behalf of 35 Treaty 4 First Nations alleging Canada and Ontario breached treaty and fiduciary obligations by failing to increase the Treaty 4 annuity payment since 1847, eroding its economic value.
- [Long Term Care Homes – City of Toronto](https://rochongenova.com/cases/ltc-city-of-toronto/) - COVID-19 outbreaks in six City of Toronto long-term care homes are the subject of negligence allegations.
- [Oak Ridge](https://rochongenova.com/cases/oakridge/) - Claims by former Oak Ridge patients concerned experimental programs at the Penetanguishene Mental Health Centre.
- [Waypoint Solitary Confinement](https://rochongenova.com/cases/waypoint-solitary-confinement/) - Involuntary patients at Waypoint allege they were subjected to systemic solitary confinement and seclusion practices.
- [St. Thomas Psychiatric Hospital](https://rochongenova.com/cases/st-thomas-psychiatric-hospital/) - Involuntary patients at St. Thomas Psychiatric Hospital allege they were subjected to an abusive and medically meritless patient-run program.
- [Long Term Care Homes – Province of Ontario](https://rochongenova.com/cases/ltc-province-of-ontario/) - Ontario's pandemic response in long-term care homes is the subject of gross negligence allegations.
- [Rexulti](https://rochongenova.com/cases/rexulti/) - Rexulti is alleged to be associated with impulse control disorders and compulsive behaviours, with inadequate warning to Canadian users.
- [OxyContin](https://rochongenova.com/cases/oxycontin/) - OxyContin and OxyNEO users allege they were not adequately warned about the risks of dependency and addiction, of which the Defendants ought to have known.
- [Hair Relaxer](https://rochongenova.com/cases/hair-relaxer/) - Proposed class action alleging that manufacturers and distributors of chemical hair straightening products failed to adequately research, test, and warn consumers about alleged links between their products and uterine, ovarian, and breast cancer, as well as uterine fibroids.
- [Intuit](https://rochongenova.com/cases/intuit/) - Consumer protection case arising from Intuit's alleged deceptive and misleading advertising of Turbo Tax Online and its deceptive Turbo Tax Online filing process.
- [Abilify](https://rochongenova.com/cases/abilify-national-class-action/) - Abilify and Abilify Maintena are alleged to cause or materially increase the risk of compulsive behaviours, with inadequate warning to Canadian patients and healthcare providers.
- [Talc Powder](https://rochongenova.com/cases/talc-powder-class-action/) - Johnson & Johnson's talc-based Baby Powder is alleged to be associated with ovarian cancer.
- [goeasy Ltd.](https://rochongenova.com/cases/goeasy-ltd/) - This proposed securities class action alleges that goeasy Ltd., certain of its officers and directors, an insider, and its auditor, Ernst & Young LLP, made material misrepresentations regarding the value and quality of goeasy's consumer loan portfolio.
- [Aphria](https://rochongenova.com/cases/aphria/) - Aphria shareholders allege misrepresentations in the company's public disclosure in connection to two significant international business acquisitions made by Aphria during 2018.
- [Barrick Gold](https://rochongenova.com/cases/barrick-gold/) - Barrick Gold investors allege misrepresentations related to the Pascua Lama mining project.
- [Long Term Care Homes – Corporate-Chain Actions](https://rochongenova.com/cases/ltc-corporate-chain/) - COVID-19 outbreaks in corporate-operated long-term care homes are the subject of negligence allegations.
- [Muskoka Recovery Rehab](https://rochongenova.com/cases/muskoka-recovery-rehab/) - Muskoka Recovery is alleged to have misrepresented its services and failed to provide appropriate treatment and care.
- [SNC-Lavalin (2026)](https://rochongenova.com/cases/snc-class-action-2026/) - SNC-Lavalin shareholders allege misrepresentations in the company's public disclosure documents.
- [Wright Conserve Hip](https://rochongenova.com/cases/wright-conserve-hip/) - Wright Conserve hip implant systems are alleged to have been defective and associated with device failure or revision surgery.
- [SNC-Lavalin (2012)](https://rochongenova.com/cases/snc-lavalin-2012/) - SNC-Lavalin investors allege securities law violations connected to undisclosed payments made to secure contracts in Libya.
- [Valeant](https://rochongenova.com/cases/valeant/) - Investors in Valeant Pharmaceuticals International Inc. common shares and notes brought securities claims against the company and PricewaterhouseCoopers, resolved by settlement.
- [Medtronic Sprint Fidelis Leads](https://rochongenova.com/cases/medtronic-sprint-fidelis-leads/) - Class action regarding Medtronic Sprint Fidelis Leads, resolved by a settlement approved by the Court in 2020.
- [Medtronic Defibrillator](https://rochongenova.com/cases/medtronic-defibrillator/) - Class action regarding a battery issue in certain Medtronic defibrillators, resolved by a settlement approved by the Court in 2020.
- [Pseudomonas Outbreak](https://rochongenova.com/cases/pseudomonas-outbreak/) - Class action against Toronto General Hospital concerning a pseudomonas bacterial outbreak linked to patient deaths.
- [Actos](https://rochongenova.com/cases/actos/) - Actos (pioglitazone) is alleged to have materially increased the risk of bladder cancer in users, without adequate warning from its manufacturers and distributors.
- [Tylenol 3](https://rochongenova.com/cases/tylenol-3/)
- [TD AML](https://rochongenova.com/cases/td-aml/) - TD shareholders allege misrepresentations about the bank's anti-money laundering controls and related investigations.
- [Allergan Breast Implants](https://rochongenova.com/cases/allergan-breast-implants/) - Allergan breast implants are alleged to be associated with certain health risks. The defendants are alleged to have failed to warn Canadian patients adequately or at all about these risks.
- [Bell Mobility](https://rochongenova.com/cases/bell-mobility-telus/) - Bell Mobility customers allege that wireless calls were rounded up to the next full minute, constituting a breach of contract and consumer protection legislation.
- [Navistar](https://rochongenova.com/cases/navistar/) - Certain Navistar trucks are alleged to have contained a defective emissions system that caused repeated breakdowns and financial loss.
- [ODSP Data Breach](https://rochongenova.com/cases/odsp-data-breach/) - Alleged unauthorized disclosure of names, email addresses and ODSP identification numbers of ODSP recipients.
- [Delta Airlines Flight 4819](https://rochongenova.com/cases/delta-airlines-flight-4819/) - On February 17, 2025, Delta Air Lines Flight 4819 crashed and flipped upside down upon landing at Toronto Pearson International Airport. Rochon Genova represents 12 Canadian passengers.
- [Turkish Airlines Flight TK0017](https://rochongenova.com/cases/turkish-airlines-flight-tk0017/) - Rochon Genova acts on behalf of a passenger struck on the head and neck by baggage that fell from an overhead compartment on Turkish Airlines Flight TK0017 on February 21, 2021.
- [Ukraine International Airlines Flight PS752](https://rochongenova.com/cases/ukraine-international-airlines-flight-ps752/) - Rochon Genova represents over 235 family members of 76 passengers of Ukraine International Airlines Flight PS752, which was shot down over Tehran on January 8, 2020, killing all 176 passengers and crew.
- [WestJet Flight 585](https://rochongenova.com/cases/westjet-flight-585/) - Rochon Genova acts on behalf of a passenger severely burned and scarred by hot coffee and steam that spewed from a carafe handled by a flight attendant on WestJet Flight 585 on March 6, 2019.
- [Air Canada Flight AC8615](https://rochongenova.com/cases/air-canada-flight-ac8615/) - Rochon Genova has been contacted by passengers of Air Canada Flight AC8615, which collided with a fuel truck at Toronto Pearson Airport on May 10, 2019.
- [Biman Bangladesh Airlines Flight BG060](https://rochongenova.com/cases/biman-bangladesh-airlines-flight-bg060/) - On May 8, 2019, a Biman Bangladesh Airlines aircraft crashed at Yangon Airport in Myanmar. Rochon Genova has been retained by a Canadian passenger.
- [Lufthansa Flight Diverted to Gander](https://rochongenova.com/cases/lufthansa-flight-diverted-to-gander/) - Rochon Genova has been retained by passengers on a Lufthansa flight scheduled to travel from Germany to Philadelphia that was diverted to Gander, Newfoundland.
- [Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302](https://rochongenova.com/cases/ethiopian-airlines-flight-302/) - On March 11, 2019, Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302, a Boeing 737 MAX 8, crashed shortly after takeoff from Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, killing all 157 on board.
- [Air Canada Express Flight AC8646](https://rochongenova.com/cases/air-canada-express-flight-ac8646/) - On March 22, 2026, Air Canada Express Flight AC8646 collided with an airport rescue vehicle on landing at LaGuardia Airport. Both the pilot and co-pilot were killed. Rochon Genova is investigating.
- [Lac Mégantic](https://rochongenova.com/cases/lacmegantic/) - The Lac-Mégantic train derailment resulted in claims for losses suffered by affected individuals, families, businesses and property owners.
- [Medtronic MiniMed Insulin Pumps](https://rochongenova.com/cases/medtronic-minimed-insulin-pump/) - Certain Medtronic MiniMed insulin pumps are alleged to have had a defective retainer ring that could affect insulin delivery.
- [DePuy Hip Implants](https://rochongenova.com/cases/depuy/) - Certain DePuy hip implant systems are alleged to have been defective and associated with patient harm.
- [Apple](https://rochongenova.com/cases/apple/) - Certain iPhone software updates are alleged to have affected the performance of specific iPhone models.
- [Toyota](https://rochongenova.com/cases/toyota/) - Personal injury and property damage claims were brought in relation to Toyota vehicles.
- [CIBC](https://rochongenova.com/cases/cibc/) - CIBC shareholders allege misrepresentations about the bank's exposure to U.S. subprime residential mortgage investments.
- [Fly Jamaica Flight OJ256](https://rochongenova.com/cases/fly-jamaica-flight-oj256/) - Passengers and family members seek compensation following the crash of Fly Jamaica Flight OJ256.
- [GM Ignition Switch](https://rochongenova.com/cases/gm-ignition-switch/) - Recalled GM vehicles are alleged to have had ignition switch and power steering defects.
- [Intel](https://rochongenova.com/cases/intel/) - Intel CPU chips and related computer products are alleged to have contained defects that may have made private information vulnerable.
- [Jeep 4xe](https://rochongenova.com/cases/jeep-4xe/) - Certain Jeep plug-in hybrid vehicles are alleged to contain a defective high-voltage battery system.
- [Marriott/Starwood Properties](https://rochongenova.com/cases/marriott-starwood-properties/) - The Starwood guest reservation database matter relates to unauthorized access and the personal information of Canadian hotel guests.
- [TELUS](https://rochongenova.com/cases/telus/) - TELUS customers allege that wireless calls were rounded up to the next full minute.
- [Long Term Care/Retirement Homes – Independent Actions](https://rochongenova.com/cases/ltc-independent-actions/) - Independently owned and operated long-term care and retirement homes are the subject of COVID-19-related negligence allegations.
- [Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid](https://rochongenova.com/cases/chrysler-pacifica-hybrid/)

## People

- [Neelam](https://rochongenova.com/people/neelam/) - Neelam Neelam is a Paralegal at Rochon Genova, a litigation firm in Toronto. Read the profile and contact details.
- [Vincent Genova](https://rochongenova.com/people/vincent-genova/) - Vincent Genova is a Partner at Rochon Genova in Toronto, practising in personal injury and aviation law. Read the full biography and contact details.
- [Michael Wilchesky](https://rochongenova.com/people/michael-wilchesky/) - Michael Wilchesky is a Partner at Rochon Genova in Toronto, practising in sexual abuse and assault claims. Read the full biography and contact details.
- [Golnaz Nayerahmadi](https://rochongenova.com/people/golnaz-nayerahmadi/) - Golnaz Nayerahmadi is a Partner at Rochon Genova in Toronto, practising in class actions, consumer class actions and defective drug claims.
- [Sophie Chase](https://rochongenova.com/people/sophie-chase/) - Sophie Chase is an Associate at Rochon Genova in Toronto, practising in class actions and civil and commercial litigation.
- [Ashley Dubiner](https://rochongenova.com/people/ashley-dubiner/) - Ashley Dubiner is a Law Clerk at Rochon Genova, a litigation firm in Toronto. Read the profile and contact details.
- [Stephanie Durante](https://rochongenova.com/people/stephanie-durante/) - Stephanie Durante is a Senior Class Action Law Clerk at Rochon Genova, a litigation firm in Toronto. Read the profile and contact details.
- [Jennifer Benedicto](https://rochongenova.com/people/jennifer-benedicto/) - Jennifer Benedicto is a Legal Assistant at Rochon Genova, a litigation firm in Toronto. Read the profile and contact details.
- [Danielle Sousa](https://rochongenova.com/people/danielle-sousa/) - Danielle Sousa is a Class Action Law Clerk at Rochon Genova, a litigation firm in Toronto. Read the profile and contact details.
- [Hannah Abram](https://rochongenova.com/people/hannah-abram/) - Hannah Abram is a Class Action Law Clerk at Rochon Genova, a litigation firm in Toronto. Read the profile and contact details.
- [Joel Rochon](https://rochongenova.com/people/joel-rochon/) - Joel Rochon is the Managing Partner at Rochon Genova in Toronto, practising in class actions and civil and commercial litigation.
- [Trina DeSa](https://rochongenova.com/people/trina-desa/) - Trina DeSa is an Associate at Rochon Genova in Toronto, practising in personal injury and aviation law. Read the full biography and contact details.
- [Sara Nagalingam](https://rochongenova.com/people/saranagalingam/) - Sara Nagalingam is a Partner at Rochon Genova in Toronto, practising in personal injury and aviation law. Read the full biography and contact details.
- [Douglas M. Worndl](https://rochongenova.com/people/douglas-m-worndl/) - Douglas M. Worndl is a Partner at Rochon Genova in Toronto, practising in class actions and aviation law. Read the full biography and contact details.
- [Normelia Miranda](https://rochongenova.com/people/normelia-miranda/) - Normelia Miranda is a Senior Class Action Law Clerk at Rochon Genova, a litigation firm in Toronto. Read the profile and contact details.
- [Jon Sloan](https://rochongenova.com/people/jon-sloan/) - Jon Sloan is a Client Services Manager – Class Actions at Rochon Genova, a litigation firm in Toronto. Read the profile and contact details.
- [Jennifer Lord](https://rochongenova.com/people/jennifer-lord/) - Jennifer Lord is a Legal Assistant at Rochon Genova, a litigation firm in Toronto. Read the profile and contact details.
- [Gina Smith](https://rochongenova.com/people/gina-smith/) - Gina Smith is a Law Clerk at Rochon Genova, a litigation firm in Toronto. Read the profile and contact details.
- [Radha Manhas](https://rochongenova.com/people/radha-manhas/) - Radha Manhas is an Accident Benefits Clerk/Paralegal at Rochon Genova, a litigation firm in Toronto. Read the profile and contact details.
- [Danielle Brooks](https://rochongenova.com/people/danielle-brooks/) - Danielle Brooks is a Personal Injury Law Clerk at Rochon Genova, a litigation firm in Toronto. Read the profile and contact details.
- [Sakie Tambakos](https://rochongenova.com/people/sakie-tambakos/) - Sakie Tambakos is a Counsel at Rochon Genova in Toronto, practising in class actions and personal injury. Read the full biography and contact details.
- [Rana Ghafouri](https://rochongenova.com/people/rana-ghafouri/) - Rana Ghafouri is an Associate at Rochon Genova in Toronto, practising in class actions and aviation law. Read the full biography and contact details.
- [Peter Ivanyi](https://rochongenova.com/people/peter-ivanyi/) - Peter Ivanyi is a Partner at Rochon Genova in Toronto, practising in immigration. Read the full biography and contact details.
- [Peter Jervis](https://rochongenova.com/people/peter-jervis/) - Peter Jervis is a Partner at Rochon Genova in Toronto, practising in class actions, civil and commercial litigation and aviation law.
- [Aria Kian](https://rochongenova.com/people/aria-kian/) - Aria Kian is an Articling Student at Rochon Genova, a litigation firm in Toronto. Read the profile and contact details.
- [Saffron Remtulla](https://rochongenova.com/people/saffron-remtulla/) - Saffron Remtulla is a Law Student at Rochon Genova, a litigation firm in Toronto. Read the profile and contact details.
- [Annelis Thorsen-Cavers](https://rochongenova.com/people/annelis-thorsen-cavers/) - Annelis Thorsen-Cavers is a Partner at Rochon Genova in Toronto, practising in class actions. Read the full biography and contact details.
- [Rabita Sharfuddin](https://rochongenova.com/people/rabita-sharfuddin/) - Rabita Sharfuddin is an Associate at Rochon Genova in Toronto, practising in class actions and civil and commercial litigation.
- [Pritpal Mann](https://rochongenova.com/people/pritpal-mann/) - Pritpal Mann is an Associate at Rochon Genova in Toronto, practising in class actions and civil and commercial litigation.
- [Omar Saleh](https://rochongenova.com/people/omar-saleh/) - Omar Saleh is a Law Student at Rochon Genova, a litigation firm in Toronto. Read the profile and contact details.
- [Jessica Marshall](https://rochongenova.com/people/jessica-marshall/) - Jessica Marshall is an Associate at Rochon Genova in Toronto, practising in class actions and civil and commercial litigation.
- [Sarah Fiddes](https://rochongenova.com/people/sarah-fiddes/) - Sarah Fiddes is an Associate at Rochon Genova in Toronto, practising in class actions and civil and commercial litigation.
- [Vanessa Mensink](https://rochongenova.com/people/vanessa-mensink/) - Vanessa Mensink is an Associate at Rochon Genova in Toronto, practising in sexual abuse and assault claims. Read the full biography and contact details.
- [Nahid Atrchin](https://rochongenova.com/people/nahid-atrchin/) - Nahid Atrchin is an Associate at Rochon Genova in Toronto, practising in sexual abuse and assault claims. Read the full biography and contact details.
- [Agnes Tong](https://rochongenova.com/people/agnes-tong/) - Agnes Tong is a Controller at Rochon Genova, a litigation firm in Toronto. Read the profile and contact details.
- [Shannon Madeley](https://rochongenova.com/people/shannon-madeley/) - Shannon Madeley is an Executive Assistant at Rochon Genova, a litigation firm in Toronto. Read the profile and contact details.

## Practice Areas

- [Historical Abuse](https://rochongenova.com/sexual-abuse-sexual-assault/historical-abuse/) - Bringing a claim years after abuse. Rochon Genova helps Ontario survivors with delayed disclosure and cases involving historical records.
- [Testimonials](https://rochongenova.com/sexual-abuse-sexual-assault/testimonials/) - Read selected client testimonials about working with Rochon Genova's sexual abuse and sexual assault team on civil claims in Ontario.
- [Civil and Commercial Litigation](https://rochongenova.com/commercial-litigation/) - Rochon Genova resolves business, shareholder and contract disputes, and secures injunctions and mandatory orders for clients throughout Ontario.
- [Class Actions](https://rochongenova.com/class-actions/) - Rochon Genova represents individuals joining together to hold corporations and institutions accountable through class actions across Canada.
- [Mass Torts, Disasters & Crashes](https://rochongenova.com/class-actions/mass-torts-disasters-and-crashes/) - Class actions arising from large-scale accidents, environmental disasters and other catastrophic events with multiple victims across Canada.
- [Hospital and Nursing Home Outbreaks](https://rochongenova.com/class-actions/hospital-and-nursing-home-outbreaks/) - Class actions against hospitals, long-term care homes and public authorities that failed to prevent or manage infectious disease outbreaks.
- [Institutional Abuse](https://rochongenova.com/class-actions/institutional-abuse/) - Class actions involving abuse by individuals in positions of authority and the institutions responsible for the care of those in their charge.
- [Defective Medical Devices](https://rochongenova.com/class-actions/defective-medical-devices/) - Class actions for patients injured by defective medical devices, including hip implants, surgical mesh and insulin pumps, across Canada.
- [Defective Drugs](https://rochongenova.com/class-actions/defective-drugs/) - Class actions for patients harmed by dangerous or ineffective prescription drugs. Rochon Genova acts for claimants across Canada.
- [FAQs](https://rochongenova.com/class-actions/faqs/) - Answers to common questions about class actions: certification, representative plaintiffs, opting out, settlements, legal fees and the process.
- [Telecommunications & Social Media](https://rochongenova.com/class-actions/telecommunications-and-social-media/) - Class actions against telecommunications and social media companies for privacy breaches, data misuse, billing disputes and anti-competitive conduct across Canada.
- [Securities Litigation](https://rochongenova.com/class-actions/securities-litigation/) - Class actions recovering investor losses from misrepresentation, disclosure failures, financial restatements and securities fraud in Canada.
- [Price Fixing](https://rochongenova.com/class-actions/price-fixing/) - Class actions challenging cartels and pricing arrangements that artificially inflate the cost of goods. Rochon Genova acts for purchasers.
- [Product Liability](https://rochongenova.com/class-actions/product-liability/) - Class actions for injury, wrongful death, property damage or economic loss caused by defective or ineffective consumer and industrial products.
- [Indigenous Rights](https://rochongenova.com/class-actions/indigenous-rights/) - Class actions advancing the rights of First Nations and Indigenous communities in Canada, involving treaty violations, fiduciary breaches and historical wrongs.
- [Crown Liability](https://rochongenova.com/class-actions/crown-liability/) - Class actions holding governments accountable for institutional abuse, systemic negligence and breaches of fiduciary and constitutional obligations in Canada.
- [Disability Claims and Denial of Insurance](https://rochongenova.com/personal-injury/disability-claims-denial-of-insurance/) - Denied a disability, life or critical illness claim? Rochon Genova helps Ontario clients challenge insurer denials and recover their benefits.
- [Back and Spinal Injuries](https://rochongenova.com/personal-injury/back-and-spinal-injuries/) - Compensation for back and spinal injuries affecting mobility, independence and the ability to work. Rochon Genova acts for injured Ontarians.
- [Personal Injury](https://rochongenova.com/personal-injury/) - Our personal injury lawyers help seriously injured clients recover compensation for medical costs, rehabilitation, lost income and long-term care.
- [Sexual Abuse / Sexual Assault](https://rochongenova.com/sexual-abuse-sexual-assault/) - Rochon Genova helps survivors of sexual abuse and assault across Ontario pursue civil claims through the courts, tribunals and dispute resolution.
- [Immigration](https://rochongenova.com/immigration/) - Our immigration lawyers advise on permanent residence, sponsorship, refugee claims, citizenship, work permits and appeals across Canada.
- [Aviation Law](https://rochongenova.com/aviation-law/) - Rochon Genova acts in aviation accident claims, airline class actions and passenger rights matters for families and passengers across Canada.
- [Consumer Class Actions](https://rochongenova.com/class-actions/consumer-class-actions/) - Class actions recovering economic loss caused by unfair, misleading or unlawful business practices. Rochon Genova acts for consumers in Canada.
- [Accident Benefits and Tort Claims](https://rochongenova.com/personal-injury/accident-benefits-and-tort-claims/) - Ontario accident benefits and tort claims explained. Rochon Genova helps injured clients pursue compensation through one route or both.
- [Catastrophic Injuries](https://rochongenova.com/personal-injury/catastrophic-injuries/) - Catastrophic injury claims for clients facing lifelong care needs, lost income and reduced independence. Rochon Genova acts across Ontario.
- [Chronic Pain](https://rochongenova.com/personal-injury/chronic-pain/) - Chronic pain claims for clients whose mobility, work and daily life are affected. Rochon Genova helps injured Ontario clients seek compensation.
- [Commercial Vehicles and Public Transportation](https://rochongenova.com/personal-injury/commercial-vehicles-and-public-transportation/) - Claims involving trucks, delivery vans, construction vehicles, buses and mass transit. Rochon Genova acts for injured clients across Ontario.
- [Depression, Anxiety and Other Psychological Injuries](https://rochongenova.com/personal-injury/depression-anxiety-psychological-injuries/) - Compensation for depression, anxiety and other psychological injuries affecting work, relationships and recovery. Rochon Genova acts in Ontario.
- [Head and Brain Injuries](https://rochongenova.com/personal-injury/head-and-brain-injuries/) - Brain injury claims for clients facing changes to memory, communication, personality and independence. Rochon Genova acts across Ontario.
- [Motorcycle Accidents](https://rochongenova.com/personal-injury/motorcycle-accidents/) - Motorcycle accident claims involving serious injury, disputed fault, accident benefits and tort claims. Rochon Genova acts for riders in Ontario.
- [Motor Vehicle Accidents](https://rochongenova.com/personal-injury/motor-vehicle-accidents/) - Car accident claims for drivers, passengers, cyclists and pedestrians. Rochon Genova helps injured Ontario clients recover compensation.
- [Occupier's Liability](https://rochongenova.com/personal-injury/occupier-s-liability/) - Injured on someone else's property? Rochon Genova acts in slip-and-fall, animal attack and other occupier's liability claims across Ontario.
- [Pedestrian and Bicycle Accidents](https://rochongenova.com/personal-injury/pedestrian-and-bicycle-accidents/) - Claims for pedestrians and cyclists injured by vehicles, unsafe road conditions or other hazards. Rochon Genova acts throughout Ontario.
- [Slip-and-Fall](https://rochongenova.com/personal-injury/slip-and-fall/) - Slip-and-fall claims for injuries caused by dangerous conditions on someone else's property. Rochon Genova acts for clients across Ontario.
- [Wrongful Death](https://rochongenova.com/personal-injury/wrongful-death/) - Wrongful death claims for families who have lost a loved one through negligence or wrongful conduct. Rochon Genova acts throughout Ontario.
- [Sexual / Physical Assault](https://rochongenova.com/sexual-abuse-sexual-assault/sexual-physical-assault/) - Civil claims involving sexual or physical assault, coercive behaviour and abuse by individuals or institutions. Rochon Genova acts in Ontario.
- [Institutional Abuse](https://rochongenova.com/sexual-abuse-sexual-assault/institutional-abuse/) - Civil claims for abuse in schools, care settings, religious institutions, sports organizations and government institutions across Ontario.
- [Intimate Partner / Family Violence](https://rochongenova.com/sexual-abuse-sexual-assault/intimate-partner-family-violence/) - Civil claims involving abuse, violence, coercive control and psychological harm in personal relationships. Rochon Genova acts across Ontario.
- [Unauthorized Distribution of Intimate Photos / Videos](https://rochongenova.com/sexual-abuse-sexual-assault/unauthorized-distribution-intimate-images/) - Civil claims for intimate images shared without consent, covering privacy, reputational and emotional harm. Rochon Genova acts in Ontario.
- [Mental Cruelty](https://rochongenova.com/sexual-abuse-sexual-assault/mental-cruelty/) - Civil claims for psychological or emotional harm caused by coercion, harassment or targeted cruelty. Rochon Genova acts for Ontario clients.
- [Multi-Victim Lawsuits](https://rochongenova.com/sexual-abuse-sexual-assault/multi-victim-lawsuits/) - Coordinated civil claims for multiple survivors harmed by the same perpetrator or institution. Rochon Genova acts for survivors in Ontario.
- [FAQs](https://rochongenova.com/sexual-abuse-sexual-assault/faqs/) - Answers to common questions about civil sexual abuse and assault claims: privacy, compensation, institutions and how the legal process works.
- [Appeals and Rejections](https://rochongenova.com/immigration/appeals-rejections/) - Sponsorship, visa, residency or citizenship application rejected? Rochon Genova helps clients appeal negative immigration decisions in Canada.
- [Citizenship](https://rochongenova.com/immigration/citizenship/) - Rochon Genova helps permanent residents apply for Canadian citizenship, gather documents, address barriers and appeal negative decisions.
- [Deportation](https://rochongenova.com/immigration/deportation/) - Facing a removal order? Rochon Genova acts for residents, visa holders and refugees responding to deportation proceedings in Canada.
- [Family Sponsorship](https://rochongenova.com/immigration/family-sponsorship/) - Rochon Genova helps Canadian citizens and permanent residents sponsor eligible family members for permanent residence in Canada.
- [Humanitarian and Compassionate Grounds](https://rochongenova.com/immigration/humanitarian-compassionate-grounds/) - Rochon Genova helps clients apply for permanent residence in Canada on humanitarian and compassionate grounds, including exceptional cases.
- [Permanent Residence](https://rochongenova.com/immigration/permanent-residence/) - Rochon Genova advises on permanent residence through family sponsorship, business immigration, humanitarian grounds and other pathways.
- [Refugee](https://rochongenova.com/immigration/refugee/) - Rochon Genova acts for people seeking refugee status in Canada due to persecution, armed conflict, civil war or human rights violations.
- [FAQs](https://rochongenova.com/personal-injury/faqs/) - Answers to common questions about personal injury claims: accident benefits, timelines, legal fees, compensation and working with Rochon Genova.
- [Visitor, Work, Study and Super Visas](https://rochongenova.com/immigration/visitor-work-study-and-super-visas/) - Rochon Genova advises on visitor visas, work and study permits, super visas, extensions and temporary residence in Canada.