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Fasken Martineau is a leading international business law and litigation firm—and a top employer. Our 700 lawyers provide a professional and vibrant work environment for students and administrative staff in our nine offices worldwide.
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Guidant Corporation v. Lefrancois,
[2009] (ON S.C.D.C.)
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Guidant Corporation, Guidant Canada Corporation, Guidant Sales Corporation and Cardiac Pacemakers Inc.
Date
January 2009
Guidant Corporation v. Lefrancois,
[2009] CanLII 76 (ON S.C.D.C.)