What is the award limit of the small claims court in British Columbia?
$35,000
You can make a claim for more than $35,000 in Small Claims Court, but if you do you must abandon the amount over $35,000. A Provincial Court judge cannot award you more than $35,000 plus interest and expenses (although contractual interest may be included in the $35,000 limit).
What can you sue for in small claims court BC?
In British Columbia, most disputes involving debt, damages, personal property, contracts, and other agreements worth between $5,001 and $35,000 are heard in Small Claims Court.
How do I withdraw a small claims case in BC?
To withdraw a claim or other filed documents:
- Complete a Notice of Withdrawal form.
- File a copy of the Notice of Withdrawal at the court registry.
- Promptly serve the Notice on all the parties who were served with the claim or other document.
How much can you sue for in small claims court in BC?
As of June 1, 2017, the Civil Resolution Tribunal began resolving most small claims up to $5,000. The monetary jurisdiction for small claims cases in Provincial Court has been increased to $35,000 and simplified trials at Richmond and Robson Square now include cases up to $10,000.
Can you sue for emotional distress in small claims court Canada?
Yes, it’s possible to sue for emotional distress in Canada. You do need to provide sufficient information.
How do you quantify emotional distress damages?
With the multiplier method, the first step is to calculate the current and future financial costs of your injuries. Then, damages for your emotional distress are determined by multiplying this amount by a number that is typically between 1.5 and 5.
How is mental anguish calculated?
California doesn’t have a set formula for calculating pain and suffering. In order to recover damages for pain and suffering (including mental distress and other economic damages), the plaintiff must prove that they suffered this harm or are certain to suffer in the future as a result.
What costs can be recovered in small claims?
Recoverable costs under CPR 27.14(2)
- Fixed commencement costs (CPR 27.14(2)(a)) A claimant may recover the fixed costs of issuing the claim (CPR 27.14(2)(a)).
- Claims for injunction or specific performance.
- Court fees.
- Reasonable witness expenses.
- Loss of earnings.
- Expert’s fees.
- RTA and EL/PL Protocol costs.
- Transcripts.