Class-action lawsuit over deadly Toronto shooting clears another legal hurdle (opens original article in a new tab)

A class-action lawsuit against Smith & Wesson over the 2018 Toronto shooting moves forward after Supreme Court of Canada declines to review the case.

• Supreme Court of Canada declines to review ruling allowing class-action lawsuit against Smith & Wesson over Toronto shooting.
• Survivors and families of victims filed $150M lawsuit alleging gun manufacturer failed to prevent unauthorized use of stolen handgun.
• Ontario Court of Appeal previously ruled motions judge set too high a bar for certification of negligence claim.