General & Other
General & Other judgments from Canadian courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Federal Court Upholds Just Cause Termination for Vaccine Non-Compliance
Traveler Wins Flight Reimbursement Against Airline
Claimant Entitled to Payment Despite Fraudulent E-Transfers
In this case, a claimant provided goods and services to a respondent but did not receive payment. The respondent claimed to have made the payments via e-transfer, but the claimant did not receive them. The Tribunal ruled that the claimant was entitled to payment under their agreement, even though the payments were allegedly intercepted fraudulently.
Federal Public Sector Labour Relations Board Lacks Jurisdiction to Enforce Settlement Agreement
The Federal Public Sector Labour Relations and Employment Board ruled that it lacked the power to enforce a settlement agreement that resolved disputes outside its jurisdiction, effectively dismissing the case.
Negligence Claim Against Groomer Dismissed Due to Lack of Evidence
Claim Dismissed Due to Lack of Jurisdiction - Civil Resolution Tribunal
Uninsured Vehicle Owner Loses Claim for Repair Costs
Federal Court Awards Costs Despite Haiti Sanctions
Claimant Unsuccessful in Seeking Compensation for Defective In-Floor Heating
Recycling Service Provider Partially Wins Unpaid Invoice Dispute
Claimant Loses Request for 0% Responsibility in Car Accident - Civil Resolution Tribunal Decision
Claimant Challenges Accident Responsibility Decision at Civil Resolution Tribunal
The claimant successfully challenged the respondent's accident responsibility determination, arguing that the respondent was less responsible for the accident. The tribunal member allowed the claimant's request, finding the respondent was only 25% responsible for the accident.
Claimant Wins Unpaid Invoices for Archaeological Services Provided Under Contract
The claimant successfully recovered unpaid invoices for archaeological services provided under a contract. The respondent argued that the claimant had been instructed to stop work, but the Tribunal found in favour of the claimant, ordering payment of $1,859.89 plus interest and costs.