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.
Tenant's Claim for Damages Due to Inadequate Air Conditioning Dismissed
Claimant's Request for Compensation for Increased Insurance Premiums Dismissed
Claimant's Request for Heat Pump Damages Dismissed by Civil Resolution Tribunal
Small Claims Case Dismisses Motor Vehicle Accident Claims
Employer Seeks Recovery of Wage Overpayment from Former Employee
An employer tried to get back money they mistakenly paid to a former employee after she quit. The tribunal said the employer was right to ask for the money back, but only for part of it, plus interest and costs.
Refund Request Denied for Defective Washing Machine - Civil Resolution Tribunal Decision
Mortgage Lender Recovers Overpayment Due to Clerical Error
Civil Resolution Tribunal Refuses to Resolve Immigration Expense Dispute
The Civil Resolution Tribunal refused to resolve a dispute between a worker and an employer regarding immigration expenses, stating that the Employment Standards Branch has exclusive jurisdiction over such matters.
Claimant Wins Breach of Contract Case in BC Small Claims
Landlord-tenant dispute ruled outside Civil Resolution Tribunal's jurisdiction
Claimant Loses Case Against Insurer's Responsibility Assessment
In a recent Small Claims case, the claimant tried to get compensation from an insurance company after a car accident. The claimant argued the insurance company wrongly assessed his responsibility for the accident. However, the tribunal found the claimant did not provide enough evidence to support his claim and dismissed it.
Pet Owner Awarded Compensation for Lost Pets
Claimant Fails to Prove Defective Car Repairs in Civil Resolution Tribunal Case
The claimant asked for a refund after the respondent repaired his car, claiming the repairs were incomplete and unsafe. However, the Civil Resolution Tribunal dismissed the claim because the claimant did not provide enough evidence to prove the repairs were defective.
Contract enforcement in small claims: Financial hardship does not absolve contractual obligations
Security Deposit Claim Dismissed Due to Lack of Proof
Small Claims Court Cannot Grant Injunctive or Declaratory Relief
Contractor Entitled to Payment for Completed Work - Civil Resolution Tribunal Decision
Request for Tile Replacement Denied in Civil Resolution Tribunal Decision
Claimant Denied Parking Fine Refund by Civil Resolution Tribunal
The claimant asked for a refund of $778 for parking fines but was denied by the Civil Resolution Tribunal. The tribunal ruled that the claimant, as the registered owner of the vehicle, was responsible for the fines, regardless of who was driving the car.
Used Car Misrepresentation Case Result
The claimant bought a used car from the respondent, believing it was in great shape. After discovering several issues, the claimant took the matter to the Civil Resolution Tribunal, which ruled in favour of the claimant, awarding damages for the misrepresented condition of the car.