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Why was the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce at fault?
On Behalf of Rochon Genova LLP | Jul 15, 2016 | Class Action Litigation
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...
Why was the Vioxx settlement approved?
On Behalf of Rochon Genova LLP | Jul 8, 2016 | Pharmaceutical Liability
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,...
Oil companies may have neglected to warn shippers before fire
On Behalf of Rochon Genova LLP | Jul 1, 2016 | Personal Injury
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...
Breast-fed babies could be harmed by codeine
On Behalf of Rochon Genova LLP | Jun 24, 2016 | Pharmaceutical Liability
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...
Lawsuit started for those who used Abilify and Abilify Maintena
On Behalf of Rochon Genova LLP | Jun 17, 2016 | Pharmaceutical Liability
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...
Class action lawsuit started after whale-watching disaster
On Behalf of Rochon Genova LLP | Jun 10, 2016 | Class Action Litigation
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,...
Regulatory compensation isn’t always enough
On Behalf of Rochon Genova LLP | Jun 3, 2016 | Class Action Litigation
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...
Arthritis sufferers were given compensation for using Bextra
On Behalf of Rochon Genova LLP | May 27, 2016 | Pharmaceutical Liability
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...
Imperial Tobacco being sued for ignoring fire-safe cigarettes
On Behalf of Rochon Genova LLP | May 25, 2016 | Class Action Litigation
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...
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