General & Other
General & Other judgments from Canadian courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Consumer Wins Tooth Damage Case Over Defective Burger
Syphilis Treatment Mandate Request Rejected in Small Claims Court
The Civil Resolution Tribunal dismissed a claimant's request for an order mandating syphilis treatment, stating that it lacked the jurisdiction to grant such injunctive relief in small claims disputes.
Parole Revocation Decision Becomes Moot After New Grant
The Federal Court dismissed an application for judicial review as moot after the individual was granted parole again, making the original revocation decision irrelevant.
Bookkeeper Entitled to Payment for Unpaid Invoice
Claimant's Request for Reimbursement of New Dentures Due to Delay Dismissed
CRT Adjusts Accident Responsibility to 50%
Unpaid Wages and Bonus Claim Ruling - Civil Resolution Tribunal
In a recent ruling, the Civil Resolution Tribunal granted a worker's claim for unpaid wages and a bonus. The tribunal found the employer liable for the full amount claimed, despite the employer's objections.
Retailer Not Held Liable for Customer's Damaged TV Return in BC CRT
Refund Obligation After Contract Modification
Insurer Ordered to Reassess Responsibility for Accident
Job Description Must Accurately Reflect Employee's Duties - Federal Public Sector Labour Relations Decision
Claimant Loses Challenge to Insurer's Accident Responsibility Determination
The Civil Resolution Tribunal dismissed a claimant's challenge to an insurer's accident responsibility determination, ruling that the insurer's assessment of equal responsibility was proper and reasonable.
Federal Court Orders First Nation to Implement Financial Transparency Measures
In a recent Federal Court decision, a First Nation was ordered to comply with financial transparency and accountability laws. The Court ruled that the First Nation had failed to implement the necessary measures for financial transparency and accountability, as required by the Financial Administration Law.
Liquidated Damages Awarded in Waste Contract Dispute
Partial Default Judgment Awarded for Trademark Infringement
Federal Court Strikes Out Claim for Lack of Reasonable Cause of Action
In a recent Federal Court decision, the claimant's statement of claim was struck out because it lacked a reasonable cause of action and was deemed scandalous, frivolous, or vexatious. The court ruled that the claim did not meet the necessary legal standards and was therefore inappropriate.
Union's Strike Declaration Found Unlawful by Canada Industrial Relations Board
The Canada Industrial Relations Board found that a union's strike declaration was unlawful because it did not follow the proper procedures outlined in the Canada Labour Code, such as giving a 72-hour notice and conducting a valid strike vote within 60 days.
Trade Union Certified as Bargaining Agent for Employee Unit
Federal Court Upholds Trademark Registration Due to Special Circumstances
CRT Rejects Fines and Criminal Conduct Claims in Societies/Cooperatives Case
The CRT dismissed claims regarding fines and criminal conduct, finding lack of jurisdiction and mootness. The CRT also declined to order the payment of legal fees.