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Bennett Jones LLP

Litigation: Product Liability

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From regulatory compliance to high-stakes class action litigation, our multidisciplinary team provides an unmatched blend of experience and specialized expertise, making us one of Canada’s most trusted national law firms in this space. With a long history and deep roots across the country—including a strong presence in Quebec—we provide advice tailored to the distinct demands of every jurisdiction.

Bringing a product to market in Canada takes more than compliance—it demands strategy, foresight and trusted legal guidance. At Bennett Jones, our product regulation lawyers and product liability litigators work with you to navigate complex regulatory issues, manage your risks, defend your brand and uncover opportunities at every stage of your product’s lifecycle.

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Litigation: Product Liability - Nationwide - Canada

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Bennett Jones has a solid product liability and regulation practice with a notable offering in the automotive, pharmaceutical and life sciences industries. It is regularly engaged in class action defence for prominent market players, drawing from a specialised knowledge base in providing support across each stage of potential product claims. Its lawyers are relied upon by clients for contractual and regulatory analysis and risk management right up to trial. Bennett Jones offers additional expertise in international trade and competition law.
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Work Highlights

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  • Bennett Jones acted for C.R. Bard, Becton Dickinson and affiliates in multiple class actions and over 200 individual actions relating to hernia mesh products.

Strengths

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  • Bennett Jones is detail-oriented, its lawyers look at the broader picture and all seem to work as a team.

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  • The team at Bennett Jones is responsive, thoughtful and thorough.

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  • The lawyers at Bennett Jones have a strong knowledge of the law, the courts and the plaintiffs' Bar.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Cheryl Woodin
    Cheryl Woodin

    Cheryl Woodin

    Cheryl Woodin has a client roster featuring a number of significant automotive and pharmaceutical companies. She is based out of Toronto, from where she is regularly instructed on product liability class action suits across Canada, particularly British Columbia.

    • Cheryl is a leader in this space.

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    • Cheryl Woodin has a national scope and an in-depth understanding of the law.

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    • Cheryl is an excellent lawyer and a class action specialist.

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  • Michael Eizenga
    Michael Eizenga

    Michael Eizenga

    Michael Eizenga is a distinguished practitioner who splits his time between Vancouver and Toronto, with a particularly prominent position in Canada's class action field. He is regularly instructed for his counsel on high-profile and high-value medical product liability cases.

    • Michael is a great class actions lawyer.

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    • Mike has strong insights into litigation in Canada.

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    • Michael Eizenga is a brilliant attorney who gives good strategic recommendations. He is practical and great to work with.

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  • Ashley L. Paterson
    Ashley L. Paterson

    Ashley L. Paterson

    Ashley Paterson is based out of the firm's Toronto office, where she is increasingly recognised for her product liability practice.

    • Ashley is a great team leader for her group. She is very knowledgeable, prompt and effective.

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    • Ashley Paterson is a very strong lawyer.

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    • Ashley is an incredible advocate for our company. She's always getting great results and is very easy to work with.

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  • Ilan Ishai
    Ilan Ishai

    Ilan Ishai

    Ilan Ishai has notable experience defending vehicle manufacturers in significant class actions, often arising from defects.

    • Ilan is fantastic.

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    • Ilan Ishai delivers outstanding defence.

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  • Ethan Schiff
    Ethan Schiff

    Ethan Schiff

    Ethan Schiff has a burgeoning product liability practice. He has experience handling defect claims arising from motor vehicles and medical devices.

    • Ethan Schiff has a great way of simplifying really complex concepts. He's very smart and works well with witnesses.

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    • Ethan is prompt, effective and knowledgeable.

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    • Ethan is responsive, organised and helpful.

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