Master the essentials of court costs with a practical, up-to-date guide.
This comprehensive reference covers the law of costs, including tariffs, precedents of bills of costs, and forms, with detailed tables and annotations to help practitioners navigate taxation and recovery in Canadian courts.
The book compiles rules, procedures, and examples that show how costs are awarded, taxed, and disputed across various jurisdictions. It combines doctrinal discussion with practical forms and precedents, making it a valuable tool for lawyers, paralegals, and students who need reliable guidance on cost-related matters.
- Clear explanations of costs rules, including what is recoverable and how over‑caution or negligence can affect taxation.
- Structured tariffs and disbursement schedules to help calculate and justify costs in different courts.
- Precedents of bills of costs and a robust appendix of forms for use in practice.
- Cross‑references to related topics such as security for costs, set‑offs, and various types of actions.
Ideal for readers who practice or study Canadian cost law, appellate work, or court administration, this edition serves as a practical desk reference and training aid.