The steps of commencing an action can be complex, this article aims to offer some clarity about the main steps you should consider when commencing an action by notice of civil claim in British Columbia (B.C.). Choosing a Court Both the Small Claims Court and the Supreme Court of BC handle general civil law matters. Small Claims Court is for…
A few decisions on unjust enrichment hold the reader’s eye like Norkum v. Fletcher, 2018 BCSC 904. The decision starts: “Sex for pay, opportunism, deception and false expectations form the backdrop to this litigation.” On June 1, 2018, the Supreme Court of BC issued reasons finding in Mr. Norkum’s favor on allegations of unjust enrichment arising from two properties. The…