Alberta's top court overturns certification for class-action lawsuit over COVID restrictions

The Alberta Court of Appeal has dismissed a class-action lawsuit brought by business owners seeking compensation for losses during the pandemic, ruling the case couldn't proceed as a class action. This decision suggests that individual claims may be more challenging to pursue against the government's public health measures, which were implemented to control the spread of COVID-19. The ruling underscores the complexities in holding governments accountable for economic impacts during a public health crisis, raising questions about the legal recourse available to affected businesses.