The applicant insurer applied for a declaration that the respondent and his sole proprietorship were vexatious litigants.
The respondent had commenced four different lawsuits in Ontario and Quebec against the applicant and its representatives after the applicant refused to pay an invoice for fees related to a life insurance claim.
Three of the lawsuits had already been dismissed, and the respondent had also filed complaints with the Law Society.
The court found that the respondent's conduct met the criteria for a vexatious litigant, as he repeatedly brought actions on issues already determined, for improper purposes, and engaged in forum shopping.
The application was granted, and the respondents were declared vexatious litigants.
