Arthur Kent sued for defamation over a column published in 2008 while he was running for a seat in the Alberta legislature. “Alberta Conservatives have bestowed problem candidate Arthur Kent with a less flattering designation as he noisily blusters his way through their reeling election campaign — the Dud Scud,” Martin wrote. The Alberta Court of Appeal said in a decision Friday that it would bump up the costs awarded to a total of $450,000. “Both sides were responsible for some of the excessive pre-trial proceedings and delay.”Article Continued BelowThe Appeal Court disagreed. “Accordingly, we will adjust the costs awarded to the appellant.

Source: thestar May 25, 2018 22:13 UTC