Does a judge have to assess costs summarily rather than having the costs assessed by the registrar?
British Columbia, Canada
The following excerpt is from A.B.Z. v. A.L.F.A., 2015 BCSC 34 (CanLII):
While the court has the discretion to fix the amount of costs summarily, rather than having the costs assessed by the registrar, that the discretion is to be exercised sparingly: Gichuru v. Smith, 2014 BCCA 414 at para. 106. The fact that a judge has heard the trial does not, in and of itself, lead to the conclusion that the judge should assess costs: Gichuru at para. 154.
"The most advanced legal research software ever built."
The above passage should not be considered legal advice. Reliable answers to complex legal questions require comprehensive research memos. To learn more visit www.alexi.com.
Other Questions
In assessing the reasonableness of a registrar's assessment, how has the registrar conducted her assessment? (British Columbia, Canada)
What is the effect of a chambers judge's decision not to refer the matter to the Registrar rather than the chambers judge? (British Columbia, Canada)
What standard of review applies to a registrar’s decision assessing costs? (British Columbia, Canada)
Is security for costs of an appeal cost more readily than security for trial costs? (British Columbia, Canada)
Is 25 cents per page reasonable on party/party assessments for special costs assessments? (British Columbia, Canada)
Can a strata corporation commence an action to recover an unpaid assessment if the owner of the unit is assessed first and only if the assessment is unpaid? (British Columbia, Canada)
Can an appeal from a Registrar’s decision that involves an exercise of discretion in assessing costs be successful? (British Columbia, Canada)
Can a registrar assess the reasonableness of s. 133 costs? (British Columbia, Canada)
Is a registrar or a trial judge permitted to fix costs in a personal injury case? (British Columbia, Canada)
What are the elements applicable to an assessment of future care costs? (British Columbia, Canada)
