Williams v. Music and Entertainment Rights Licensing Independent Network Ltd., 2024 FC 1145
Justice Zinn - 2024-07-22
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By Judgment and Reasons dated June 6, 2024, in 2024 FC 861, I found that the Respondents did not infringe Mr. Williams’ copyright under the Copyright Act, and accordingly dismissed the application in its entirety. I awarded the Respondents their costs, in an amount to be determined following receipt of their written costs submissions. ... The Respondents seek an order for $96,197.55 in costs, inclusive of disbursements and taxes. This represents an elevated award of costs calculated at the top end of Column V of Tariff B, with a double rate with respect to steps in the proceeding that took place after their written settlement offer ... Notwithstanding, I agree with the Respondents that Mr. Williams has presented himself as a knowledgeable and experienced litigant, with a full understanding of the cost consequences of litigation. Further, this is a situation where the underlying case is “totally devoid of merit:” For these reasons, I accept that the Respondents’ proposal for an elevated costs award is appropriate.
Decision relates to:
- T-173-23 - Randy Williams v. Music and Entertainment Rights Licensing Independent Netwo