Law firm files $86 million class action over London, Ontario Legionnaires' disease outbreak

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A proposed class action lawsuit seeking over $86 million has been filed in London, Ontario, following Legionnaires' disease outbreaks in 2024 and 2025. The lawsuit, filed by Siskinds LLP, alleges Sofina Foods' negligence in cleaning a cooling tower led to the outbreaks, which resulted in five deaths and over 100 illnesses. The Middlesex-London Health Unit identified the Sofina Foods plant as the likely source. The law firm is now seeking to identify and interview other affected individuals.


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