Is a statement of claim frivolous, vexatious or abuse of process?

Ontario, Canada


The following excerpt is from Dias v WSIB/WSIAT Workplace Safety & Insurance Brd/Tribunal, 2016 ONSC 980 (CanLII):

The statement of claim appears on its face to be frivolous, vexatious, or an abuse of process. The plaintiff’s complaints relate to an unsuccessful claim for worker’s compensation benefits. Gao v. Ontario WSIB, 2014 ONSC 6497 (CanLII),

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