Amimer v. Mills
David Mills
Law Firm / Organization
Unrepresented
Rachid Amimer
Law Firm / Organization
Hirji Law Corporation

Background:
Amimer was hired by David Mills to repair the ceiling for $4,725. Mills paid $3,000 but withheld the remaining $1,725, claiming the work was unsatisfactory. Both parties submitted claims to the CRT. Amimer sought the unpaid balance, while Mills requested a refund of the $3,000 already paid, citing defective work.

Legal Arguments:
Amimer argued procedural unfairness, claiming Mills denied his expert access to inspect the repair site, which the Tribunal still accepted as evidence. He also contested the Tribunal's reliance on Mills' expert report over his own. The CRT had accepted the report of the BC Wall & Ceiling Association, finding the repair substandard under critical lighting conditions.

Tribunal and Court Decision:
The CRT ruled both claims valid, awarding Mills $3,000, plus costs. The Supreme Court of British Columbia dismissed Amimer’s petition, finding no procedural unfairness or error in the Tribunal’s treatment of expert evidence.

Costs/Award:
The Tribunal awarded Mills $3,000, $123.95 in pre-judgment interest, $125 in tribunal fees, and $630 in dispute-related expenses, totaling $3,878.95. No costs were awarded in the judicial review.

Supreme Court of British Columbia
S240584
Civil litigation
$ 3,879
Respondent