Plaintiff
Defendant
Background: Domenic Mattina initiated a proposed class action, representing individuals who invested in a failed development project in Whitby, Ontario. Blaney McMurtry LLP, a defendant law firm, was involved in preparing investment instruments like the Offering Memorandum.
Legal Issue: The primary issue was Blaney McMurtry LLP’s motion for a declaration that any lawyer-client privilege with co-Defendants was waived. This was opposed by several Defendants.
Court’s Decision: The court granted Blaney McMurtry LLP’s motion, leading to a costs decision where Blaney McMurtry LLP sought $21,003.76, eventually offering to settle for $15,000.
Outcome:
Court
Superior Court of Justice - OntarioCase Number
CV-21-00673296-00CPPractice Area
Class actionsAmount
$ 16,000Winner
DefendantTrial Start Date
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