Summary of Meetings: Class Action
Number of Meetings Held: 4
October 15, 2024
Registration Count: In-Person: 9 Remote: 15
Guest Speakers: Shana Scarlett, Eric Weiss, Chelsea Hermanson (moderator)
Meeting Title/Topic: Comparisions to the US Class Action Experience
Synopsis: This session will consist of a panel discussion with U.S. plaintiff and defence counsel highlighting comparisons between the Canadian and U.S. class action procedure and strategy.
January 23, 2025
Registration Count: 60
Guest Speaker: Jodan Bank, Chelsea Hermanson; Moderators: Deanna Fedio, Julia Lauwers
Meeting Title/Topic: Privacy, Procedure, and Pleadings in Health Care Class Actions
Synopsis: Topics covered include identification of potential class members, evidentiary standards for certification, navigating public nuisance and privacy related claims, and opioid-related health care cost recovery.
March 13, 2025
Registration Count: In-Person: 16 Remote: 25
Guest Speakers: Justice Brundrett, Justice Masuhara
Meeting Title/Topic: A View From the Bench: Class Actions Q&A with Justices Brundrett and Masuhara
Synopsis: Justice Brundrett, Supreme Court of BC, and Justice Masuhara, Supreme Court of BC, share their expertise on case management of class actions, from pre-certification to trial.
June 5, 2025
Registration Count: In-Person: 20 Remote: 19
Guest Speakers: Alexandra Cocks, Sam Jaworski, Parmida Elahi (moderator)
Meeting Title/Topic: Class Actions Year In Review
Synopsis: Alexandra Cocks, Parmida Elahi, and Sam Jaworski discuss highlights, trends, and notable developments in class actions over the past year.