Class Actions
Class Actions
A class action, also known as a class action lawsuit, or class suit, is a type of lawsuit where one or more people work with a class action lawyer to sue on behalf of a larger group of people who have had similar experiences. This group is called a “class" and each person in this group is called a "class member."
The use of dry cells in federal institutions
PATH is currently pursuing a class action to provide recourse to individuals who have spent any amount of time in a ‘dry cell’ in a federal institution on suspicion of carrying contraband in their vaginal cavity.
Do you think you may be a part of this class action?
You are not required to take any steps at this moment. However, you welcome to complete this form to let us know of your interest if you want:
Next Steps
A judge has to say it is okay for the case to proceed as a class action. The Court hearing asking the judge for permission to proceed as a class action is called a “Certification Application”.
The Certification Application is set for the summer of 2024.
How can I keep up-to-date about this class action?
Any updates prior to the Certification Application hearing will be
published here.
The use of solitary confinement in New Brunswick jails
PATH is currently pursuing a class action to provide recourse to individuals who were subjected to over 15 consecutive days in solitary confinement in a New Brunswick provincial jail and individuals who are diagnosed with serious psychological disorders who were subjected to at least 24 consecutive hours in solitary confinement in a New Brunswick provincial jail.
Do you think you may be a part of this class action?
You are not required to take any steps at this moment. However, you welcome to complete this form to let us know of your interest if you want: Potential Class Member Form.
Next Steps
A judge has to say it is okay for the case to proceed as a class action. The Court hearing asking the judge for permission to proceed as a class action is called a “Certification Application”.
How can I keep up-to-date about this class action?
Any updates prior to the Certification Application hearing will be published here.