Facts: Kenneth Bjerke, employed for over 25 years by Great Canadian Casinos Incorporated, was terminated without cause in June 2015. Post-termination, he was diagnosed with ALS and subsequently passed away.
Issue: The key legal issue involved the defendant's motion to dismiss the claim for want of prosecution, attributing delays to the plaintiff's counsel's inattention.
Court's Ruling: The court dismissed the defendant's application for dismissal, acknowledging the delays but considering them marginally excusable due to the complexities introduced by the plaintiff's death and the potential strength of the wrongful termination claim.
Costs/Damages Awarded: The document did not specify the amount of costs or damages awarded to the successful party. The focus was on the procedural aspect regarding the motion to dismiss for want of prosecution.
