General & Other
General & Other judgments from Canadian courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Non-refundable Deposit Claim Dismissed by Civil Resolution Tribunal
In a dispute over a non-refundable deposit, the Civil Resolution Tribunal ruled that the buyer forfeited the deposit when they decided not to go through with the purchase. The Tribunal found that the deposit was non-refundable and that the seller was not obligated to return it.
Federal Court of Appeal Rejects Judicial Review of Unjust Dismissal Complaint
Claim Dismissed Due to Lack of Jurisdiction - Civil Resolution Tribunal
Claimant Failed to Prove Substandard Automotive Repairs - Civil Resolution Tribunal Decision
Equal Responsibility Ruling for Reversing Collision
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.
Consumer Not Entitled to Refund for Breach of Contract Regarding Stone Countertops
Uninsured Vehicle Owner Loses Claim for Repair Costs
Cooperative Association Accounting Errors Claim Dismissed
Claimant's Tilework Quality Allegations Dismissed by Civil Resolution Tribunal
Consumer Wins Compensation for Faulty Refrigerator Repair
Claimant Wins Waste Disposal Contract Dispute at Civil Resolution Tribunal
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.
Federal Court of Appeal Upholds CNSC Decision on Radioactive Waste
Claimant Unsuccessful in Seeking Compensation for Defective In-Floor Heating
Federal Court Awards Costs Despite Haiti Sanctions
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.