The plaintiffs brought a motion to amend their claim to cap damages at $50,000 and transfer the action to the Small Claims Court.
The self-represented defendant opposed the motion and sought an adjournment, citing procedural fairness and her current residence in Africa.
The court denied the adjournment, noting the defendant had ample time to respond.
Finding no prejudice to the defendant and noting the early stage of the proceedings, the court granted the transfer to facilitate a more cost-effective and expeditious resolution.
