Civil Resolution Tribunal (British Columbia) — Small Claims case law
Judgments from the Civil Resolution Tribunal (British Columbia) — Small Claims with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions. The original content is public and official; the summaries and analysis are produced by VadeLab's technology.
Small Claims Court Rejects Claimant's Request for Plumbing Service Refund
Claimant Partially Successful in Bookkeeping Payment Dispute
The claimant provided bookkeeping services to the respondent and invoiced for the services. The respondent disputed the payment due to alleged errors and delays in communication. The Tribunal found the claimant partially successful and ordered the respondent to pay $630 for the bookkeeping services.
Request for Deductible Return Dismissed in Recent Civil Resolution Tribunal Decision
In a recent decision, the Civil Resolution Tribunal dismissed a claimant's request for the return of their deductible. The Tribunal found that the insurer's determination of the claimant's full responsibility for the accident was correct, and the claimant failed to prove that an unknown driver was involved in the accident.
Claimant Seeks Refund for Unfiled Immigration Application - Civil Resolution Tribunal Decision
Tenant Awarded Damages for Breach of Tenancy Agreement
Claimant's Negligence Claim Against Auto Technician Dismissed
The claimant sued an auto technician for damaging her car's suspension airbag during an inspection. The court dismissed the claim because the claimant couldn't prove the technician was negligent.
Claimant Wins Oxygen Concentrator Reimbursement from Benefits Provider
Small Claims Dispute Over Unfinished Work Dismissed by Civil Resolution Tribunal
Small Claims Case Dismissed for Lack of Expert Evidence on Substandard Renovation Work
The claimant asked for $5,000 to fix a bathroom that was renovated poorly. However, the Tribunal said there wasn't enough proof from experts to show the work was really bad, so they dismissed the claim.
Mother Recovers Part of Loan from Daughter in Small Claims Case
Claimant's Claims Regarding Deficient Painting Work and Jacket Damage Dismissed
Landscaper Must Pay Outstanding Tax on Services Rendered
Contractor Held Liable for Improper Flooring Installation - Small Claims Decision
Vehicle Damage Claim Dismissed Due to Notice Failure
Fireplace Repair Negligence Ruled in Small Claims Case
Claimant Wins Misrepresentation Case Over Used Vehicle Condition
The claimant bought a used vehicle from the respondent and alleged that the respondent misrepresented the vehicle's condition. The tribunal ruled in favour of the claimant, finding that the respondent was negligent in not disclosing known defects, and awarded the claimant $4,999 in damages.
Claimant Partially Successful in HVAC and Plumbing Deficiency Claim
The claimant sued for damages due to alleged deficiencies in HVAC and plumbing installations. While the Tribunal dismissed most claims, it awarded $840 for venting terminations, concluding the work was not deficient in those areas.
Claimant's Request for Reimbursement Denied in Romantic Relationship Case
The Tribunal ruled that items given as gifts during a romantic relationship cannot be reclaimed as loans. The claimant's request for reimbursement was denied.
Contractor Entitled to Payment Despite Allegations of Misconduct
A contractor was entitled to payment for services rendered, even though the client claimed the work was unprofessional and that the contractor misrepresented the status of the water tank's warranty. The Tribunal ruled that the contractor's obligation to be paid remained unchanged.