CPD: OPA, Hot Topics in Small Claims Court: Updates & Strategies - Note: This Course Was Presented on April 18 2017

Overview

The Hot Topics in Small Claims CPD presentation is a must-attend for legal professionals working in small claims litigation.  This session provides crucial updates and practical strategies on handling key aspects of small claims cases.  It covers the nuances of discovery motions, jurisdictional challenges in residential tenancy matters, the effective use of expert evidence, navigating Anti-SLAPP motions, and proving damages.  The presentation offers actionable insights to address common pitfalls and ensure successful case management in this fast-paced legal environment.

Guest Speaker

Hon.  Sebastian Winny
Deputy Judge (Ministry of the Attorney General)

What Will You Learn?

• Update on Discovery and Related Motions.
• Update on Jurisdiction in Residential Tenancy Matters.
• 4 types of witnesses: Parties, Lay witnesses, Participant experts, Hired guns.
• Expert Evidence.
• Anti-SLAPP motions (CJA s. 137.1).
• Proving Damages.

Materials Included:

• Hot Topics in Small Claims Handout PDF: This document covers Small Claims Court practice, including discovery motions, residential tenancy jurisdiction, expert evidence, Anti-SLAPP motions, and strategies for proving damages, with practical guidance and recent case law.
• Hot Topics in Small Claims #1 PDF: This claim centers on the plaintiff's termination without notice, seeking $8,807.50 for dismissal, $1,789.92 for legal fees, and alleging a breach of employment law.
• Hot Topics in Small Claims #2 PDF: The claim centers on the plaintiff's termination without notice, seeking damages and alleging a breach of employment law.