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Whether you are starting a new business or moving an existing business to a new location a lease is one...… Keep Reading

CLICK to download the PDF Local governments can breathe a sigh of relief after the recent decision of the British...… Keep Reading

On August 3, 2021, September 30 was officially declared the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. As discussed in a previous...… Keep Reading

Dealing with a parent’s dementia diagnosis can be overwhelming. However, confronting potential legal challenges head-on before the disease progresses can...… Keep Reading

In a workplace context, the Human Rights Code (the “Code”) prevents employers from discriminating against employees based on the number...… Keep Reading

Considerations for Estate Planning You are invited to join our Wills & Estate team for a free CPD-approved seminar: Wednesday, September 22,...… Keep Reading

I want to fire an employee – what are my obligations? An employer may terminate an employee’s employment at any...… Keep Reading

As featured in the August 2021 issue of “Bar Talk”, our Jessica Vliegenthart aka The Roll Model shares lessons learned...… Keep Reading

Often when an employee quits, there is a clear end to the relationship.  But at times, ending employment can be...… Keep Reading

CLICK to download the PDF In The Redeemed Christian Church of God v. New Westminster (City) 2021 BCSC 1401, the...… Keep Reading

Ordinarily there is a two-year limitation period to file a lawsuit, from the date you discovered your loss. COVID-19 Response...… Keep Reading

Enns v Gordon Estate, 2018 BCSC 705 In my Will, I can leave my belongings to anyone I choose, right?...… Keep Reading

As of June 15, 2021, employers in B.C who are registered for WorkSafeBC insurance coverage can submit application for reimbursement...… Keep Reading

Legislation is expected to come into force on August 3, 2021 establishing September 30 as a national holiday:  the National...… Keep Reading

Alter Ego vs Joint Spousal Trust Planning What is an Alter Ego Trust? An Alter Ego Trust is a type of...… Keep Reading

Fixed term employment contracts can be beneficial for employers who only need employees for a limited time or for a...… Keep Reading

When does a promise become more than a promise? In the recent case of Bergler v Odenthal (“Bergler“), the BC...… Keep Reading

Life is complicated, and especially so when losing loved ones. By preparing this broad checklist, we hope to provide you...… Keep Reading

While it is an honour to be selected as an Executor; many would agree that it is also a burden....… Keep Reading

Most employers know that when an employee approaches them with a mental health issue, the employer may have obligations to...… Keep Reading

Life Insurance Trusts During a previous bulletin, we discussed the downsides to naming a child (under age 19) as a...… Keep Reading

Safety and Health Protocols To protect the health and safety of Fulton lawyers, staff and the general public, and to...… Keep Reading

Every so often we encounter a client (the “Insured”) who has designated their young children (or child) as the direct...… Keep Reading

The recent case of English v. Richmond (City), 2020 BCSC 1642 provides clear direction for local governments who are regulating...… Keep Reading

Have you been named an Executor or considering whom to name as YOUR Executor? Do you want to know more...… Keep Reading

The term “digital asset” can be hard to define, and is forever expanding. Some examples come in the form of...… Keep Reading

Our Personal Injury Team is thrilled to announce that Tristenne Seddon (Kamloops School of the Arts) has been named as...… Keep Reading

These days, personal information of others is often at your fingertips. Googling or searching social media can give you a...… Keep Reading

Join our Wills and Estates team on Wednesday, June 10, 2020 for an online presentation, with live Q&A session, designed...… Keep Reading

The New Million Dollar Question It’s a question we’re often asked when meeting new people. It’s a question that maybe...… Keep Reading