Toombs et al. v. Worksafe BC et al.
Class Action Costs: Workers' Compensation Dispute
Summary
This is a procedural ruling concerning costs and class action representation in a class action against provincial workers' compensation boards. The court addressed motions for funding legal costs, appointing amicus curiae, and compliance with class action rules, ultimately awarding costs to the successful defendants.
Outcome
costs awarded to successful defendants
Award
costs awarded to successful defendants
Key Factors
- class actions
- costs
- workers' compensation
- legal representation
- public interest litigation
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