Mechalchuk v Galaxy Motors (1990) Ltd.
Todd Mechalchuk
Law Firm / Organization
Inlet Employment Law
Galaxy Motors (1990) Ltd.
Law Firm / Organization
Davidson Lawyers LLP
Law Firm / Organization
Not Specified
Lawyer(s)

D.R. Robertson

  • Facts: Todd Mechalchuk sued Galaxy Motors for wrongful dismissal, claiming damages, including aggravated and punitive damages, after his termination. Galaxy Motors argued the dismissal was justified due to Mechalchuk's alleged fraudulent conduct related to expense claims.
  • Issues/Main Discussion: The case focused on whether Mechalchuk's actions constituted just cause for dismissal, examining the credibility of expense claims and the appropriateness of his termination.
  • Ruling: The court found that Mechalchuk had indeed committed acts that justified his dismissal, concluding that Galaxy Motors had just cause to terminate his employment.
  • Amount Awarded: The defendant, Galaxy Motors, was entitled to costs at Scale B, with specific amounts to be determined.
Supreme Court of British Columbia
S222631
Employment law
Defendant