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 Refusal to Reissue Aquaculture Licenses
Federal Court of Appeal Upholds Amendment of Patent Infringement Claim
Gift Card Reimbursement Claim Dismissed by Civil Resolution Tribunal
The claimant asked for money back after buying a gift card from a company that later closed. The company argued that a third party had agreed to cover the gift card costs. However, the tribunal decided the claimant couldn’t prove this agreement and dismissed the claim.
Used Vehicle Buyer Beware: Claim for Damages Dismissed
Contractor Entitled to Payment Upon Substantial Completion - Civil Resolution Tribunal Decision
Challenge to Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act Penalties
Tribunal Upholds Insurer's 100% Responsibility Determination in Accident Case
Claimant Loses Small Claims Case Over Incorrect Insurance Liability Decision
In a recent small claims case, a claimant tried to get compensation from an insurance company due to an incorrect liability assessment following a motor vehicle accident. The Civil Resolution Tribunal reviewed the evidence and concluded that the insurer's decision was correct, dismissing the claimant's request for compensation.
Claimant's Request for Legal Services Refund Dismissed by Civil Resolution Tribunal
Claimant Denied Refund for Towing Fees Due to Lack of Evidence
The claimant asked for a refund of $520.88 in towing and storage fees, citing financial hardship and inadequate signage. The tribunal ruled against the claimant, stating that the municipality's actions were lawful under its bylaws.
Supplier Entitled to Payment for Goods Supplied Under Contract
Service Provider Fails to Prove Work Completion in Small Claims Case
In a recent small claims case, a service provider failed to prove the completion of work described in their invoices. The Civil Resolution Tribunal dismissed the claim due to a lack of supporting evidence beyond the invoices themselves.
CRT Cannot Decide Vehicle ACV Disputes - Small Claims Ruling
Union Wins Expansion of Bargaining Unit at Canada Industrial Relations Board
Employer's Claim for Loan Repayment Dismissed
FPSLREB Dismisses Complaint Over Appointment Process
Trade Union Certified as Bargaining Agent for Specific Unit of Employees
In a recent decision, the Canada Industrial Relations Board certified a trade union as the bargaining agent for a specific group of workers. The board made this decision after finding that a majority of the workers in the group wanted the trade union to represent them.
Federal Court of Appeal Rejects Judicial Review of Collective Bargaining Decision
Self-Represented Litigant's Judicial Review Dismissed for Lack of Merit
A self-represented litigant's application for judicial review was dismissed by the Federal Court because the litigant could not show that the court needed to intervene. The court also ordered the litigant to pay $1,500 in costs.
Recliner Defect Entitles Claimant to Full Refund - Civil Resolution Tribunal Decision
The Civil Resolution Tribunal ruled that a recliner's foam was defective under the Sale of Goods Act, entitling the claimant to a full refund of $647.93.