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
Claimant's Request for Unauthorized Cat Treatment Reimbursement Denied
Employer Claims Against Former Employee Partially Allowed
Dog Attack Damage Claim Dismissed by Civil Resolution Tribunal
The Civil Resolution Tribunal dismissed a claim for damages resulting from a dog attack, ruling that the claimant did not provide sufficient evidence to prove the respondent's negligence.
CRT Cannot Decide Vehicle ACV Disputes - Small Claims Ruling
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.
Insurer's Accident Responsibility Determination Upheld by Civil Resolution Tribunal
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 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.
Claimant's Request for Legal Services Refund Dismissed by Civil Resolution Tribunal
Challenge to Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act Penalties
Contractor Entitled to Payment Upon Substantial Completion - Civil Resolution Tribunal Decision
Negligence Claim Against Contractor Dismissed by Civil Resolution Tribunal
FPSLREB Dismisses Complaint Over Appointment Process
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.
Union Wins Expansion of Bargaining Unit at Canada Industrial Relations Board
Federal Court of Appeal Rejects Judicial Review of Collective Bargaining Decision
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.