General & Other
General & Other judgments from Canadian courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Claimant Loses Case Against Insurer Over Accident Responsibility
CRT Refuses to Resolve Rent Charge Disputes
Respondent Must Pay Unpaid Service Dog Training Fees
The Civil Resolution Tribunal ruled that the respondent must pay the claimant $525 for unpaid service dog training fees. The claimant provided service dog training services to the respondent, but the respondent stopped paying and refused to return the equipment.
Travel Agency Not Liable for Client's Missed Flights and Additional Expenses
Claimant Loses Challenge to Insurer's Accident Responsibility Determination
The Civil Resolution Tribunal dismissed the claimant's challenge to the insurer's determination of accident responsibility, ruling it reasonable and supported by evidence and applicable law.
Certification Application Dismissed: Employer's Operations Provincially Regulated
Federal Court Lacks Jurisdiction Over Alleged Misconduct by Provincial Court Officials
In a recent decision, the Federal Court of Appeal ruled that the Federal Court does not have the authority to hear claims related to alleged misconduct by provincial court officials unless there is a clear federal law allowing it. The court emphasized that the Federal Court can only hear cases within its specific jurisdiction granted by federal statutes.
Federal Court of Appeal Reverses Lower Court's Extension of Time Decision
In a recent case, the Federal Court of Appeal overturned a decision by the Federal Court regarding an extension of time for filing a judicial review. The appeal court found that the original court had made mistakes in how it handled the motion, particularly in ensuring that both sides received proper notice. As a result, the case was sent back to the Federal Court for a fresh look.
Debt Recovery Success in BC Small Claims Court
Union's Decision Not to Refer Disability Accommodation Grievance Upheld
Charity Bias Allegations Lead to Further Searches and Disclosures
Partial Fence Repair Costs Awarded in Neighbour Dispute
In a dispute between neighbours, the Civil Resolution Tribunal ruled that the claimant is entitled to partial reimbursement for fence repairs due to damage caused by encroaching tree roots. However, the claim for roof damage was dismissed.
Civil Resolution Tribunal Rejects Claimant's Challenge to Insurance Premium
Claimant Failed to Prove Misrepresentation in Vehicle Purchase Dispute
Accident Responsibility Decision in Parking Lot Collision
In a parking lot accident, the claimant argued he was less responsible than assessed. The tribunal reviewed the evidence and dismissed his claims, finding he was fully responsible.
Claimant Loses Challenge to Insurer's Accident Responsibility Determination
The Civil Resolution Tribunal dismissed a claimant's challenge to an insurer's determination of accident responsibility. The tribunal found the insurer's determination reasonable based on the evidence and the Motor Vehicle Act.
Federal Public Sector Labour Relations and Employment Board Rules on Compensation for Sea Duties
Certification of Trade Union as Bargaining Agent for Resource Optimization Coordinators
FPSLREB Dismisses Late Complaint on Unfair Representation
A claimant's complaint against an employee organization for failing to fairly represent her was dismissed by the FPSLREB because the complaint was made outside the 90-day time limit set by the Employment Board Act.