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Wrongful Claims Under Alberta’s Public Works Act: Updates In Respect To Contractor’s Common Law Remedies
The Alberta Court of Appeal has narrowed the scope for common law remedies when improper claims are filed under the Public Works Act, reversing a lower court decision that would have allowed contractors to pursue tort claims for abuse of process. This decision reaffirms existing gaps in the legislation, meaning payments may continue to be withheld from contractors on public works projects due to improper claims, with limited recourse available.
Canada Litigation
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Miller Thomson LLP
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Canadian Constitution Guarantees Availability Of Judicial Review Over All Aspects Of Administrative Decisions
Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP provides legal expertise across public law and litigation matters, with key contacts including partners Matthew Milne-Smith in Toronto and Jean-Philippe Groleau and Guillaume Charlebois in Montréal. The firm offers comprehensive legal services with offices positioned to serve clients across multiple jurisdictions.
Canada Litigation
DW
Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg
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The Coldcard Exploit: Why Victims May Have Two Routes To Recovery
A five-year-old firmware defect in Coldcard hardware wallets has enabled attackers to systematically drain an estimated $116 million in Bitcoin from over 5,200 victims since July 2026. This unprecedented exploit raises critical questions about manufacturer liability and creates two distinct legal pathways for recovery: blockchain tracing against the perpetrators and potential litigation against Canadian manufacturer Coinkite for product defects that undermined the fundamental security promise of devices mar
Canada Litigation
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WeirFoulds LLP
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JUUL Class Action Certified In British Columbia
Since 2019, Siskinds LLP has represented the plaintiffs in proposed JUUL class actions across Canada, alleging that the e-cigarette devices are hazardous products but were falsely marketed as a desirable, safe and healthier alternative to smoking. These Canadian lawsuits allege the defendants failed to properly inform Canadians, especially children, adolescents and young adults, of the dangers associated with the use of JUUL products.
Canada Consumer
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Siskinds LLP
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Canadian Constitution Guarantees Availability Of Judicial Review Over All Aspects Of Administrative Decisions
Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP provides legal expertise across public law and litigation matters, with key contacts including partners Matthew Milne-Smith in Toronto and Jean-Philippe Groleau and Guillaume Charlebois in Montréal. The firm offers comprehensive legal services with offices positioned to serve clients across multiple jurisdictions.
Canada Litigation
DW
Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg
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Case Study: Landlord Liability For Visitor Injuries
A Saskatchewan Court of Appeal decision examines when landlords can be held liable for injuries sustained by their tenants' visitors, establishing that landlords who exercise sufficient control over premises may owe a duty of care as occupiers. The case explores the standard of care required and the circumstances under which a landlord's failure to address safety hazards can result in legal liability.
Canada Real Estate
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McCague Borlack LLP
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