General & Other
General & Other judgments from Canadian courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Employer's Claim for Loan Repayment Dismissed
Challenge to Accident Responsibility Determination Dismissed by Civil Resolution Tribunal
Enforcement of Easement Agreement - Civil Resolution Tribunal Decision
Claimant Wins Partial Payment for Boiler Repairs
A contractor sued a homeowner for payment of boiler repairs and servicing. The homeowner disputed the charges, claiming the contractor performed unauthorized work. The Civil Resolution Tribunal ruled that the homeowner owed the contractor $1,319.85 for the authorized repairs, plus interest and CRT fees.
Contractor's Invoice Claim Dismissed Due to Lack of Clear Agreement
Federal Court Rejects Trademark Confusion Appeal
Pool Liner Installation Caused Leaks: Contractor Held Liable
Contractor Wins Full Payment for Exterior Cleaning Services
A contractor successfully recovered the full amount owed for exterior cleaning services from a client who had not paid. The tribunal ordered the client to pay the full invoice, interest, and tribunal fees.
Canada Industrial Relations Board Dismisses Complaint Against Employer's Use of Replacement Workers
Employment Status and Termination Notice Decision
Claimant Cannot Challenge Invoice Without Contractual Standing
The claimant asked the tribunal to lower an invoice for moving services but was told he couldn't do this because he didn't have a direct contract with the service provider.
Claimant's Injury Claim Dismissed Due to Lack of Unreasonable Risk
Settlement Agreement Enforced in Text Message Dispute
The Tribunal enforced a settlement agreement reached via text message between former romantic partners, awarding the claimant $930 for flights and property damage.
Supreme Court Rules on Admissibility of Prior Convictions in Criminal Trials
The Supreme Court of Canada decided on the use of prior convictions in criminal trials. They ruled that prior convictions can be used to challenge a witness's credibility during a trial, based on the Canada Evidence Act.
Federal Court of Appeal Upholds Partial Disclosure of Sensitive Records
In this case, the Federal Court of Appeal decided to uphold the Federal Court's ruling allowing partial disclosure of sensitive information to a judge while keeping it from the applicant, due to national security concerns.
Self-represented litigant loses challenge to accident responsibility determination
Claimant Loses Challenge to Accident Responsibility Determination
The claimant argued the insurer incorrectly assigned 100% responsibility for a motor vehicle accident. However, the CRT found the insurer's determination was proper and reasonable, dismissing the claimant's challenge.