10 Feb 2025
Uzelac v. Dufferin Aggregates, a division of CRH Canada Group Inc.
Background
- Uzelac was a truck driver for CRH (1962-2000). After mandatory retirement, he worked via ATS until 2017.
- Plaintiffs allege wrongful termination, age discrimination (Ontario Human Rights Code), and unpaid entitlements (Employment Standards Act).
- Damages sought: $417,500 ($312,500 for wrongful dismissal, $100,000 for discrimination).
Procedural History
- Case filed in June 2017; CRH and ATS responded in July 2017.
- Delays caused by mediation disputes, multiple lawyer changes, ATS ceasing defense (2018), and COVID-19.
- Plaintiffs sought a status hearing under Rule 48.14(5) to extend the trial set-down deadline.
Legal Analysis & Decision