General & Other
General & Other judgments from Canadian courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Substandard Upholstery Work Results in Partial Refund - Small Claims
Claimant's Request for Deductible Reimbursement Dismissed
Claim for Legal Services Fees Dismissed by Civil Resolution Tribunal
Claimant Wins Unpaid Invoices but Loses Termination Fee Dispute
Claimant Wins Kiln Recovery Case in BC Small Claims
In a recent BC Small Claims case, the claimant successfully recovered a kiln from the respondent. The respondent refused to return the kiln without payment, but the Tribunal ruled in favour of the claimant.
Compressor Replacement Claim Rejected Due to Lack of Valid Contract Evidence
Claimant Wins Vehicle Conversion Case in Civil Resolution Tribunal
In a recent Civil Resolution Tribunal case, the claimant successfully proved that the respondent wrongfully kept her vehicle after their separation. The claimant was awarded damages equivalent to the vehicle's market value at the time of interference, totaling $1,370.35.
Federal Court Upholds Adequacy of Internal Appeal Process for Indigenous Services Decisions
Civil Resolution Tribunal Denies Payment for Preliminary Legal Services
Federal Court Grants Extension of Time for Respondent
Union Not Required to Pursue All Grievances - FPSLREB
Employment Status Claim Dismissed by Civil Resolution Tribunal
The claimant argued he was fired without notice and that unauthorized deductions were made from his final paycheck. The respondent claimed the claimant was an independent contractor. After reviewing the evidence, the tribunal concluded the claimant was not an employee and dismissed the claim.
Tribunal Rules Lack of Jurisdiction Over Ontario Contract
Grievance Over Probationary Discrimination Claims Rejected
A worker's grievance over unfair termination and discrimination during her probationary period was denied by the Federal Public Sector Labour Relations and Employment Board due to lack of jurisdiction under the Public Service Employment Act.
Refund Claim for Cancelled Wedding Photography Contract Dismissed
Personal Loan Recovery Success in Civil Resolution Tribunal
Federal Court Upholds Board's Decision on Lawyer's Salary Progression
The Federal Court of Appeal recently upheld a decision by the Board regarding how a lawyer's salary should progress after a promotion. The court agreed with the Board's interpretation that the lawyer's new position was not governed by performance pay, but rather followed a fixed pay progression system.
Co-op Cannot Charge for Reasonable Wear and Tear - Share Refund Granted
Wedding Decoration Refund Claim Rejected by Civil Resolution Tribunal
A bride hired a company for wedding decorations but claimed the company failed to place decorations on the aisle floor as requested. The Civil Resolution Tribunal dismissed her claim for a refund of $3,000, finding insufficient evidence of a breach of contract or negligence.