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When Love and Construction Contracts Go Out the Window…

In Gélinas v. LG Constructions TR inc., rendered on October 30, 2025, the Court of Appeal comments on the legal framework governing a contractor unilaterally terminating two construction contracts. In particular, the Court clarifies the application of article 2129 of the Civil Code of Quebec (“C.C.Q.”), which provides, when applicable, that a client is bound […]

Finally Properly Interpreted, the Policy Had a Heart

In a recent decision, Morissette v. BMO Société d’assurance vie, the Superior Court reviewed the principles applicable to the interpretation of insurance policies. Facts In June 2003, the Plaintiff took out a health insurance policy (hereinafter “Policy”) with BMO Société d’assurance vie (hereinafter “BMO”). The Policy provides, among other things, that $150,000 will be paid […]

When the Remedy Becomes the Dispute: Medical Liability Under Scrutiny

In the case N.L. v. Mathieu, 2025 QCCS 517, the Superior Court dismissed a medical liability lawsuit filed by a teacher against her former family doctor, in which she sought over $1.9 million in damages. The plaintiff accused her doctor of having inappropriately prescribed medication over several years, without proper follow-up and without informing her […]
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Xavier Morand Bock, New Partner at RSS

The firm’s partners are pleased to welcome Me Xavier Morand Bock, from our Civil and Commercial Litigation group, as an RSS partner. A talented trial lawyer, Xavier has acquired a wealth of knowledge through his experience in the business world and has developed a diversified practice in commercial litigation, defamation, estates, insolvency and education law. […]

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Congratulations on 50 Years at the Bar — Me Jean Denis Boucher

We are honored to celebrate this year the 50th anniversary of Me Jean Denis Boucher’s career at the Bar. Jean Denis’ impressive journey includes the co-founding of his own firm, Goloff & Boucher in 1983 before joining RSS in 1996. His professional path is a testament to his unwavering commitment to excellence. Known for his […]
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