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Residential Tenancy Branch
AnonDec-154063
We represented the Tenant in a Residential Tenancy Branch dispute, successfully defending against a $33,800 claim for unpaid rent. The tribunal found no formal tenancy agreement and determined that payments were voluntary due to family circumstances, particularly the tenant’s wife’s illness. The landlord’s delay in pursuing the claim and the broader family disputes also contributed to the dismissal. The claim and the request for the filing fee were both denied.
Residential Tenancy Branch
AnonDec-195562
We represented the landlord in a dispute regarding the tenant’s application to cancel a 10-Day Notice for unpaid rent, seek compensation for an alleged illegal rent increase, and recover filing fees. The tenant vacated on December 15, 2024, making the cancellation request moot. The adjudicator found the tenant was aware of the increases, chose to pay them rather than dispute them earlier, and failed to mitigate their losses. The tenant’s claims were dismissed in their entirety, without leave to reapply.

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BC Supreme Court
Krepski v. Valenciano, 2023 BCSC 2089
The Plaintiff was injured in a 2018 Vancouver car accident, suffering chronic pain, headaches, and anxiety. The defendants admitted liability, and the court awarded her $159,835 in total damages.
BC Supreme Court
Naiodro v. Gill, 2019 BCSC 1857
A single mother was involved in a serious car accident and had to reduce her working hours as a taxi dispatcher due to her accident-related injuries.
BC Supreme Court
Dhaliwal v. Pillay, 2015 BCSC 509
A five-day trial resulted in an award in excess of $300,000. The Plaintiff was involved in two motor vehicle collisions that prevented him from pursuing a career as a priest. The Court awarded damages for pain and suffering, past and future loss of income, cost of future care and personal expense.
BC Supreme Court
Khosa v. Kalamatimaleki, 2014 BCSC 2060
The Plaintiff, a Licensed Practical Nurse, was injured in a motor vehicle collision and had to abandon her plan to become a Registered Nurse in a specialized field. After seven days at trial and further written submissions, she was awarded total damages in excess of $1,145,000.

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