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Purchasing a home is an exciting milestone, but navigating the process can be daunting, especially when it comes to removing subjects. So, what exactly are “subjects,” and why are they…

If you are considering transferring property in British Columbia, it’s important to be aware of the Property Transfer Tax (PTT) that typically applies. The PTT rates on residential properties as…

Creating an employee handbook can appear daunting to employers. Some may start with few, if any, written policies, while others may have adopted distinct policies without considering their integration into…

If you have a Family Trust as part of your business shareholder structure, it’s imperative to recognize that proactively planning for the future management of the Family Trust is a…

An employer now has a duty to maintain employment of an injured employee. Employers have always had a duty to accommodate injured workers under the Human Rights Code, but employers…

Crafting effective hiring strategies is paramount for businesses aiming to recruit top talent, foster a productive workforce, and prevent litigation and disputes from the outset. Here are some best practices…

What is Conditional Gifting? When creating an estate plan, one of the Will-maker’s most significant decisions is choosing who receives their assets and property. Not only can the Will-maker select…

Over the past few years, B.C. Human Rights Tribunal has seen a drastic spike in claims of discrimination. The tribunal is currently so backlogged that employers may only notified by…

Does your business use marketing materials with photos of current or previous employees? If yes, you should ensure you have proper authorization from those employees. It’s definitely easier to ask…

With interest rates improving many people are considering getting back into the real estate market. Recently, the Government of British Columbia announced changes to the First Time Home Buyer and…

Join our Workplace Law team at March 28 at noon, for a legal update webinar designed to keep you informed and ready to make the best decisions for your business.…

Increasingly people are using vehicles such as RRSPs and RRIFs for retirement purposes. One significant advantage of these assets is that that, if the owner designates a beneficiary, the funds…

How Outside Evidence Might be Used to Interpret a Will Wills are complex, and properly interpreting the wishes of a will-maker can, in some cases, be a difficult and confusing…

Local Government’s Powers Regarding Homeless Encampments The BC Supreme Court recently issued a decision that impacts local governments’ ability to address homeless encampments that pose a fire risk: Vandenberg v.…

Introduction BC Courts have previously confirmed that a property owner cannot be held liable in negligence for injuries sustained by a third party when a property owner fails to clear…

Canada Labour Code Changes May Affect Your Employment Contracts Federally regulated employers should pay attention to the new amendments to the Canada Labour Code (the “Code”) taking effect February 1,…

Contentious mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policies, introduced in response to the COVID-19 pandemic (primarily in fall 2021), have now been around for some time. However, they remain controversial. Since their inception,…

Our Partners are pleased to welcome Devin Buchanan* to our firm’s Partnership, effective January 1, 2024. After completing his Bachelor of Arts (History, 2005) then his Juris Doctor (2013), both…

Introduction Fulton recently acted for the Regional District of North Okanagan (“RDNO”) in litigation concerning a dispute involving public lands and Provincial foreshore licenses. The resulting decision, which dismissed all…

In today’s dynamic work environments, conflicts happen all the time. Disputes can simmer quietly, but if left unattended, they can brew into a full-blown storm that threatens productivity and team…

Introduction On October 16, 2023, the Province announced new legislation regarding short-term rentals: The Short-Term Rental Accommodations Act. This Act was brought into force on October 26, 2023. This new…

Introduction On October 4, 2023, the Province announced new emergency management legislation: the Emergency and Disaster Management Act. On November 8, 2023, this Act was given royal assent and brought…

Employers are legally required to have policies in place to respond to complaints of harassment and workplace violence – including bullying. While some employers are prepared with relevant policies, they…

As a business owner, maintaining a fair and harmonious work environment is crucial. When it comes to investigating workplace issues, electing whether to conduct the investigation internally or seek an…

Join our Workplace Law team at November 23 at noon, for a legal update webinar designed to keep you informed and ready to make the best decisions for your business.…

NOTE: On Nov 23/23, join our team for a noon webinar on this topic. Register HERE. On May 11, 2023, the BC government passed the new Pay Transparency Act (the…

We’re proud to share that partner, Leah Card, has been selected by her peers for inclusion in 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘉𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘓𝘢𝘸𝘺𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘊𝘢𝘯𝘢𝘥𝘢 ™️ 2024 for her expertise in Trusts and…

A Specific Type of Elder Abuse In a past article [here], we discussed the need for advisors to be wary of financial elder abuse. A less-common form of financial elder…

The Prevalence of Elder Abuse is Rising – Be Aware As our population ages, elder abuse issues are becoming more and more prevalent. As lawyers, we are seeing more instances…

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