Introduction:

Mark is a senior software engineer at a video game design company based in Vancouver, B.C. The company, DigiPlay (DP), is very successful with numerous popular titles and services. Over the last few years, its growth strategy has shifted to a service model rather than relying on titles. DP's head office is in Vancouver and has offices and development campuses globally.

Mark has a Master of Science degree from UBC. He has worked at DP since he graduated from the UBC program eight years ago. He received a work experience opportunity while in the MSc program and was offered a position after graduation. DP is a good company to work for. It pays well and has many perks, including stock options, education opportunities, and progressive leave arrangements. Mark has done very well at the company, has always received glowing performance reviews, and now manages a team of five engineers.

Part A

Problem 1: Mark recently moved into a new condo in Vancouver. He hired a moving company to move his belongings. Unfortunately, during transport, some of his belongings were substantially damaged. Included in the damaged property were some antique pieces of furniture and art that Mark's grandmother had left him when she passed away.The moving company was not accepting responsibility and said the property was damaged before the move. Mark wants to sue the moving company for the damage to his property and seek compensation. He estimates that the damage has resulted in approximately a loss of $35,000 - $40,000.

Mark is good friends with Katie, a lawyer in DP's legal department. Mark does not want to pay for a lawyer and will handle the lawsuit himself. Even though Katie specializes in intellectual property law, she agreed to try and answer Mark's questions about the legal process. Over lunch, Mark asks for advice on the following question.

1. In what court should Mark file the lawsuit? What are the pros and cons of each court?
2. How does he start a lawsuit? What documents are required, and what information is needed for the document?
3. After he starts the lawsuit, what is the next step he must take?
4. What are his obligations concerning document disclosure?

(20 marks; Max one thousand words & please provide references and please elaborate on pros and cons)