If you have been injured as the result of a defective product, you can claim damages for:
- Pain, suffering and loss of enjoyment of life
- Loss of income or loss of earning capacity.
- Housekeeping and home maintenance expenses.
- Health care expenses.
- the loss sustained by family members who are entitled to sue under the Family Law Act
A party to a purchase or supply contract is entitled to sue for damages for breach of the contract if the quality, fitness or performance of the product does not comply with express or implied contractual terms.Damages for personal injury and property damage are intended to be compensatory. General damages for pain and suffering are presently capped at about C$325,000. | |
A party to a purchase or supply contract is entitled to sue for damages for breach of the contract if the quality, fitness or performance of the product does not comply with express or implied contractual terms.
Damages for personal injury and property damage are intended to be compensatory. General damages for pain and suffering are presently capped at about C$325,000. All parties in the distribution chain are potentially liable for product liability claims if negligence can be established. |
