The Tribunal was asked to determine whether, after the claimant withdrew an application prior to a hearing, the respondent was entitled to costs, and whether the Tribunal had the jurisdiction to hear a motion for costs. Adjudicator Norris determined that the Tribunal did have the jurisdiction to hear the respondent’s request for costs, as the respondent had clearly indicated its intent to seek costs prior to the claimant’s withdrawal. However, Adjudicator Norris did not award costs, as the claimant’s conduct, while not professional, was not unreasonable, vexatious, and did not prejudice the respondent.
