General & Other
General & Other judgments from Canadian courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Taxi Driver's Down-Time Claim Dismissed Due to Statute of Limitations
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.
Claimant Wins Unpaid Invoices but Loses Termination Fee Dispute
Claim for Legal Services Fees Dismissed by Civil Resolution Tribunal
Claimant's Request for Deductible Reimbursement Dismissed
Civil Resolution Tribunal Denies Payment for Preliminary Legal Services
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
Compressor Replacement Claim Rejected Due to Lack of Valid Contract Evidence
Federal Court Grants Extension of Time for Respondent
Co-op Cannot Charge for Reasonable Wear and Tear - Share Refund Granted
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.
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.
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.
Union Not Required to Pursue All Grievances - FPSLREB
Personal Loan Recovery Success in Civil Resolution Tribunal
Refund Claim for Cancelled Wedding Photography Contract Dismissed
Tribunal Rules Lack of Jurisdiction Over Ontario Contract
Refund Granted for Defective Washing Machine - Civil Resolution Tribunal Decision
Driver Found More Responsible for Pedestrian Accident Than Initially Assessed
The Civil Resolution Tribunal reviewed an accident where a driver hit a pedestrian. The Tribunal found the driver more responsible for the accident than initially assessed by the insurer, considering both the driver's and pedestrian's actions.