General & Other
General & Other judgments from Canadian courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Claimant's Gift Misappropriation Allegations Dismissed by Civil Resolution Tribunal
The claimant accused the respondent of misusing airline points given as a gift. The Civil Resolution Tribunal dismissed the claimant's claims, ruling that the respondent had the right to use the points as a gift and the claimant did not prove the respondent lacked the capacity to accept the gift.
Complaint Dismissed for Being Filed Under the Wrong Section of the FPSLRA
A worker's complaint about how her harassment investigation was handled was dismissed because she filed it under the wrong section of the FPSLRA. The court said she should have filed under a different section since her complaint was about the Canada Labour Code, not the FPSLRA.
Claimant Entitled to $2,043.32 Less Deficiencies in Bathroom Renovation Case
Federal Court Allows New Evidence in Trademark Appeal
Employer Must Fully Reimburse Special Driver's License Costs
The Federal Public Sector Labour Relations and Employment Board ruled that an employer must fully reimburse the cost of obtaining a special class of driver's license as required by the collective agreement. The employer argued that only the cost difference between the standard and special license should be reimbursed, but the Board disagreed.
Canada Industrial Relations Board Dismisses Bargaining Complaints as Moot
Claimant's Request for Compensation Due to Incorrect Vaccine and Lost Cruise Costs Dismissed
Wedding Dress Damage Claim Rejected by Civil Resolution Tribunal
The Civil Resolution Tribunal rejected a claim for compensation for a damaged wedding dress. The claimant argued that the damage was irreparable, but the respondent offered to repair the damage free of charge. The Tribunal found the respondent's offer sufficient and dismissed the claim.
Small Claims Court Rejects Contractor's Invoice for Unauthorized Charges
Federal Court Awards Accounting of Profits in Patent Infringement Case
In a recent Federal Court decision, the court awarded an accounting of profits to the claimant in a patent infringement case. The court rejected the respondent's overhead expense deductions, emphasizing the need to prove a direct link between the expenses and the infringing sales.
Awning Repair Dispute Denied in Small Claims Court
Minor Injury Status Determination: Civil Resolution Tribunal Ruling
Claimant Wins Insurance Claim for Accident - Civil Resolution Tribunal Decision
In a recent decision, the Civil Resolution Tribunal found the claimant not responsible for a motor vehicle accident and ordered the insurer to reimburse the claimant's $150 deductible for vehicle repairs.
Dog Attack Liability Ruling - Civil Resolution Tribunal Decision
In a recent ruling, the Civil Resolution Tribunal determined that the owner of a dog who attacked another dog was liable for damages. The tribunal awarded the claimant veterinary bills but dismissed claims for mileage and lost income.
Claimant Entitled to Payment for Substantially Completed Electrical Work
Claimant's WAD Injury Found Non-Minor by Civil Resolution Tribunal
In a recent case, the Civil Resolution Tribunal determined that the claimant's WAD injury and associated symptoms were not minor injuries. The Tribunal based its decision on the claimant's ongoing impairments and their impact on daily living activities.
Snow Plowing Services Payment Dispute Resolved by Civil Resolution Tribunal
In this case, a company sought payment for snow plowing and de-icing services from another company. The dispute centered around whether the services were necessary and fairly priced. The Civil Resolution Tribunal reviewed the contract terms and weather data to determine the validity of the charges. Ultimately, the Tribunal found that the claimant was entitled to payment for services that met the contract requirements, but some charges were deemed unjustified.