Which Case is the imposter?
By Jeremy Richards
- 2025 Summer Issue
Listed below are a series of case names that sound really weird for one reason or another.
In each category one case name is actually real, while the other is false.
Pick the correct one and answer using the QR code.
Good luck!
CASE DESCRIPTION:
Opposing parties fight over trademark names
Option 1 : Chavvin International Ltd v. McKanna (Hockey Bums by Hockey Hums), 1998.
Option 2 : Gilette Canada v. McDougal (Boys without Beards), 2015.
CASE DESCRIPTION:
Man with unconventional name prohibited from using it on license plate
Option 1 : Drunkard v. Nova Scotia, 2023.
Option 2 : Grabher v. Nova Scotia, 2021.
CASE DESCRIPTION:
Citizen passing by house witnesses assault
Option 1: R v. John Mark Peniston, 2003.
Option 2: R v. Mel Jordan Dublécheek, 2003.
CASE DESCRIPTION:
Weed dispensary adopts name derived from big brand
Option 1: Toys “R” Us (Canada) Ltd v. Herbs “R” Us Wellness Society, 2020.
Option 2: KFC Canada v. KFC (Kelowna Fried Cannabis), 2020.
CASE DESCRIPTION:
Individual sues for late delivery
Option 1: Phart & Co v. Hudson’s Bay Co, 1966.
Option 2: Smellie & Sons Ltd v. Dominion Cartage Ltd, 1957.
