Well my friend doesnt have content insurance and is renting a suite. The suite above had a fire and the sprinklers went

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Good afternoon – sorry to hear about your situation. Yes, your friend can sue the neighbour if they were negligent and it caused this fire. For claims up to $5000, she can use Civil Resolution Tribunal. Here is a link with more information on that process: http://www.smallclaimsbc.ca/crt-claims-up-to-5000

Good afternoon – sorry to hear about your situation. Yes, your friend can sue the neighbour if they were negligent and it caused this fire. For claims up to $5000, she can use Civil Resolution Tribunal. Here is a link with more information on that process: http://www.smallclaimsbc.ca/crt-claims-up-to-5000

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No. This would determine if the neighbor was liable. If yes, then the court will assess damages.

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