General & Other
General & Other judgments from Canadian courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Federal Court Lacks Jurisdiction Over Bankruptcy Matters
Federal Court Strikes Application for Judicial Review
Request for Tile Replacement Denied in Civil Resolution Tribunal Decision
Claimant Loses Challenge to Insurer's Accident Responsibility Determination
The claimant argued that the insurer incorrectly determined they were fully responsible for an accident involving reverse driving. The CRT reviewed the insurer's decision and evidence, concluding that the insurer's determination was reasonable and dismissing the claimant's challenge.
Contractor Entitled to Payment for Completed Work - Civil Resolution Tribunal Decision
Federal Court Declares Litigant Vexatious Under Federal Courts Act
CRT Rules Insurer's Full Responsibility Determination Unreasonable in Accident Case
Claimant Entitled to Liquidated Damages After Premature Contract Termination
Employment Jurisdiction Decision
Federal Court Dismisses Judicial Review Applications
Small Claims Case: Equipment Use and Tree Cutting Compensation Ruling
Small Claims Case Dismissed Due to Lack of Evidence
Hot Tub Warranty Claim Allowed: Pump Replacement Covered
The Civil Resolution Tribunal ruled in favour of the claimant, determining that the hot tub's pump needed replacement during the warranty period, despite the actual replacement occurring after the warranty expired.
Claimant Wins $2,000 for Uncompleted Excavation Work - BCCRT Decision
The claimant hired the respondent to do excavation work but the work was never completed. The claimant took the matter to the Civil Resolution Tribunal and won back the $2,000 he had paid for the unfinished work.
Insurance Deductible Dispute Overturned by Civil Resolution Tribunal
Whiplash Injury Found Non-Minor by Civil Resolution Tribunal
Claimant's Request for Insurance Deductible Refund and Pain Damages Rejected
The claimant asked for a refund of their $2,500 insurance deductible and $2,500 in damages for pain and distress after an accident. The Civil Resolution Tribunal dismissed both requests, ruling that the claimant did not provide sufficient evidence to prove the insurer's determination of fault was incorrect.
Insurer's refusal of vehicle repairs unjustified - Civil Resolution Tribunal Decision
Claimant Challenges Accident Responsibility Ruling Successfully
The claimant successfully challenged the insurer's decision to hold her fully responsible for a collision. The tribunal reviewed the evidence and found that the claimant was partially responsible, adjusting the responsibility accordingly.