Wills & Estates
Business Owners: What happens to your shares after death?
When a shareholder of a private company passes, their children may become the new shareholder(s), in their place. This is...… Keep Reading
When a shareholder of a private company passes, their children may become the new shareholder(s), in their place. This is...… Keep Reading
If an employer is made aware of discrimination claims, they must take the appropriate steps to address the situation seriously....… Keep Reading
It is common for employers to terminate a new employee during a probationary period when there is a bleak outlook...… Keep Reading
Temporary layoffs are a strategic choice for employers who are restructuring, experiencing financial hardships, or participating in seasonal work. Employers,...… Keep Reading
Understanding the complexities of managing an employee who “ghosts” you can prevent further issues and challenges when resolving the situation....… Keep Reading
Webinar Recording Here. Join our Workplace Law team on September 10th at noon, for a legal update webinar designed...… Keep Reading
When buying property, being aware of crucial dates can help ensure a smooth transaction. Here are four important dates to...… Keep Reading
When purchasing property with another person, you can choose to register ownership as either joint tenants or tenants-in-common. Each option...… Keep Reading
Buying your first home is an exciting and significant milestone. The process can be complex, but understanding the timeline can...… Keep Reading
Purchasing a home is an exciting milestone, but navigating the process can be daunting, especially when it comes to removing...… Keep Reading
If you are considering transferring property in British Columbia, it’s important to be aware of the Property Transfer Tax (PTT)...… Keep Reading
Know the law, should your spouse pre-decease you. In Canada, reserve lands are governed by federal laws. However, most laws...… Keep Reading
Creating an employee handbook can appear daunting to employers. Some may start with few, if any, written policies, while others...… Keep Reading
If you have a Family Trust as part of your business shareholder structure, it’s imperative to recognize that proactively planning...… Keep Reading
An employer now has a duty to maintain employment of an injured employee. Employers have always had a duty to...… Keep Reading
Crafting effective hiring strategies is paramount for businesses aiming to recruit top talent, foster a productive workforce, and prevent litigation...… Keep Reading
What is Conditional Gifting? When creating an estate plan, one of the Will-maker’s most significant decisions is choosing who receives...… Keep Reading
Over the past few years, B.C. Human Rights Tribunal has seen a drastic spike in claims of discrimination. The tribunal...… Keep Reading
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Does your business use marketing materials with photos of current or previous employees? If yes, you should ensure you have...… Keep Reading
With interest rates improving many people are considering getting back into the real estate market. Recently, the Government of British...… Keep Reading
Join our Workplace Law team at March 28 at noon, for a legal update webinar designed to keep you informed...… Keep Reading
Increasingly people are using vehicles such as RRSPs and RRIFs for retirement purposes. One significant advantage of these assets is...… Keep Reading
How Outside Evidence Might be Used to Interpret a Will Wills are complex, and properly interpreting the wishes of a...… Keep Reading
Local Government’s Powers Regarding Homeless Encampments The BC Supreme Court recently issued a decision that impacts local governments’ ability to...… Keep Reading
Introduction BC Courts have previously confirmed that a property owner cannot be held liable in negligence for injuries sustained by...… Keep Reading
Canada Labour Code Changes May Affect Your Employment Contracts Federally regulated employers should pay attention to the new amendments to...… Keep Reading
Contentious mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policies, introduced in response to the COVID-19 pandemic (primarily in fall 2021), have now been around...… Keep Reading
Our Partners are pleased to welcome Devin Buchanan* to our firm’s Partnership, effective January 1, 2024. After completing his Bachelor...… Keep Reading
Introduction Fulton recently acted for the Regional District of North Okanagan (“RDNO”) in litigation concerning a dispute involving public lands...… Keep Reading