Wepruk v. Great Canadian Van Lines Ltd, 2009 BCPC 0183

In Carriage of Goods by Road/Rail on (Updated )

The main issues in this action were whether the defendant carrier could rely on the special conditions of carriage on the reverse of its bill of lading. The Court held that the conditions on the bill of lading did not apply as the bill of lading was delivered after the contract had been breached. The Court awarded general damages, aggravated …

Full Summary

Franklin v. U Haul Co. (Canada) Ltd., 2009 SKPC 9

In Carriage of Goods by Road/Rail on (Updated )

This was a claim for water damage to goods transported in a rental truck. There was heavy rain during the transportation and, upon arrival at the destination, the plaintiff kept the rental truck parked outside in heavy rain for an additional 2 days prior to unloading. On inspection of the truck, it was discovered that the rear door was not …

Full Summary