Class Action Quick Takes
Designed for busy in-house counsel, Bennett Jones' Class Action Quick Takes provides concise, timely insights on key developments, trends and strategies in the class action arena, helping you make informed decisions and stay ahead in your business.
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Ontario Superior Court Rejects Pre-Certification Discovery in Children’s Homes Class Action
What happens when defendants in a proposed class action want access to highly sensitive Children’s Aid Society records before certification? In Morrison v. Hatts Off Inc. et al., the Ontario Superior Court of Justice had to weigh fairness against privacy — and came down firmly on the side of protecting young people’s records.
This case is a reminder that pre-certification discovery isn’t a given and that courts take the privacy of minors seriously. The decision also sheds light on how Rule 30.10 is applied in the early stages of class proceedings. Curious how the court balanced these competing interests? Dive into the full read to see how the ruling could shape future class actions in Ontario.
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