Summary of Issue: Damages In Tort


Decision A-0078.01 Full Text of Decision A-0078.01

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umpires jurisdiction damages in tort
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Penalty imposed because claimant had not reported all of his earnings. The penalty was subsequently rescinded but claimant stated that he had been wrongfully accused of fraud resulting in a damage to his reputation. Umpire dismissed the claimant's allegation as the penalty had been removed. Claimant appealed at the FCA as he was seeking damages for defamation. Application summarily dismissed: the Court is without jurisdiction to do what the claimant requests.


Decision 50255 Full Text of Decision 50255

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umpires jurisdiction damages in tort
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See summary under FCA A-0078.01


Decision 15732 Full Text of Decision 15732

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umpires jurisdiction damages in tort
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Appeals to Umpire may only be brought under s.80. Claimant's submissions with regard to alleged negligent actions of the Commission and his request for punitive damages do not fall within this section and must form the basis of a separate action.

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