Halliburton: Deepening The Divide Between Certification Of US And Canadian Securities Class Actions

Everyone has been talking about the recent decision from the US Supreme Court in Halliburton Co v Erica P. John Fund Inc (Halliburton) and its rulings regarding the "fraud on the market" doctrine in US securities class action litigation (previously reported on here and here). In Canada, many are likely wondering about the potential impact of the decision here.  However, what this case shows is a deepening divide between the certification process of such actions in the US and Canada. In the US, the process is becoming more difficult for investors, while Canada remains a very pro-certification jurisdiction.

Brief Background – the "Fraud on the Market" Doctrine and the New Barrier imposed in Halliburton