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Peace of mind may not be priceless: Québec Court of Appeal authorizes extended warranty class action claiming exploitation of the consumer

On March 22, 2018, the Québec Court of Appeal rendered judgment in the matter of Union des consommateurs c Magasins Best Buy Ltée (the “Best...

The validity of non-refundable franchise fees

In Mancilla c. Franchises Coq & Rico inc., the Québec Superior Court discussed the obligations of the parties to a franchise agreement.

Superior Court of Quebec invalidates service of class action against foreign company

On November 23, 2017, in the matter of Bountounis, the Superior Court of Quebec reversed the clerk’s decision granting an application for...