General & Other
General & Other judgments from Canadian courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Claimant's Request for Unpaid Carpet-Stretching Services Dismissed
Contractor's Claim for Payment Dismissed Due to Lack of Evidence
Accident Responsibility Claim Dismissed for Late Filing - Civil Resolution Tribunal
The Civil Resolution Tribunal dismissed the claimant's accident responsibility claim because it was filed more than 90 days after receiving the detailed responsibility assessment letter.
Claimant's Request for Compensation Dismissed by Civil Resolution Tribunal
Insurer Ordered to Reassess Fault After Failing to Provide Evidence
In a recent British Columbia Civil Resolution Tribunal case, an insurer was ordered to reassess its determination of fault after failing to provide relevant evidence in a small claims dispute.
Claimant Fails to Prove Misrepresentation in Wheels and Tires Purchase
Claimant Fails to Prove Dumping Fee Claim in BC Small Claims
Client Must Pay Legal Fees Unless Valid Agreement Exists
In a recent case before the Civil Resolution Tribunal, a client was ordered to pay for legal services despite arguing that the lawyer was negligent and had previously agreed to write off the invoice.
Odometer Rollback Claim Rejected in Civil Resolution Tribunal Decision
Claimant Fails to Prove Transmission Fault - Civil Resolution Tribunal Decision
Customer Wins Compensation for Damaged Pants in Small Claims Case
A customer took three pairs of pants to a tailor for hemming. Upon pickup, the customer noticed burn marks on the pants. The Civil Resolution Tribunal ruled that the tailor was responsible for the damage and awarded partial compensation to the customer.
Motor Vehicle Accident Responsibility Decision
Federal Court dismisses challenge to migratory bird penalties
Claimant Found Not Responsible for Accident by Civil Resolution Tribunal
Equal Responsibility Determination for Accident - Civil Resolution Tribunal
Insurer Ordered to Reimburse Deductible for Incorrect Fault Assessment
Claimant's Request to Reassess Accident Responsibility Rejected by Civil Resolution Tribunal
Claimant's Claim Dismissed in Small Claims Court
Federal Court of Appeal Denies Extension of Time for Reconsideration
Bookkeeper Entitled to Payment for Services Rendered
A bookkeeper provided services to a business owner but was not paid. The owner claimed the bookkeeper made mistakes and owed damages. The tribunal ruled the bookkeeper was entitled to payment for services rendered, dismissing the owner's counterclaim.