Case summary: G.B. v. D.B.

Case summary of G.B. v. D.B., 2019 BCPC 69

The dispute centers around child support payments and other expenses related to the couple's children. The applicant argues that the case should be heard in the Supreme Court of British Columbia, as it is the only court with jurisdiction to issue a divorce order and ensure reasonable accommodations are made for the support of the children. However, the Provincial Court ultimately rules that it has jurisdiction over the matter, as it has already made orders regarding child support and special expenses. The court cites section 194 of the Family Law Act, which states that the Supreme Court does not have jurisdiction to grant relief that has already been granted or refused by the Provincial Court.

In addition to the specific details of the case, the court decision also provides a general overview of the jurisdiction of the Supreme Court and Provincial Court in family law matters, as well as the importance of following the Federal Child Support Guidelines when making child support orders.

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