Planet Fitness Inc. v. Planet Fitness Franchising LLC, 2025 FC 840
Justice Fothergill - 2025-05-07
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In a recent decision, the court addressed a motion alleging contempt of court due to the improper disclosure of confidential mediation information. The contempt motion centered on a plaintiff and its director who posted videos on social media, revealing details from a mediation session that the court had explicitly designated as confidential. The mediation aimed to resolve ongoing trademark disputes, including allegations of trademark infringement and passing off. The evidence presented showed that the director violated court orders by discussing mediation contents publicly, despite being informed of confidentiality obligations. The court found that the defendants established beyond a reasonable doubt that contempt had occurred. As a result, the court upheld the integrity of mediation processes, asserting that breaches of confidentiality undermine legal procedures and could warrant sanctions against the offending parties.
Decision relates to:
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