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Personal injury law is a massive field that covers many different topics, types of injuries, and other important information. This massive scope can make it difficult to determine if you...

What is constructive dismissal? Constructive dismissal is form of dismissal that occurs when there is a change to a fundamental term of the employment contract. The employer does not expressly...

Though many employees and employers claim to have a complete understanding of overtime and how it is calculated in BC, few individuals truly have all the facts. When discussing overtime...

If you are going through the process of mediation, it is important to understand what mediation is and what a mediation agreement entails. Mediation can be used for a variety...

When discussing employment law and termination, “cause” is an important element that should be understood by both employers and employees. “Cause” refers to an employee-related reason for termination such as...

When a couple files for divorce and separates, one spouse may be eligible to receive financial support—defined as spousal support—from the other. It should be noted that spousal support is...

Longevity and Ease of Transfer A corporation, unlike a partnership or sole proprietorship, exists as a separate legal entity from the individuals who own it. Share ownership within the corporation...

Before we start – here’s a recap of relevant dates and terms related to the LOTA and this update: November 30, 2020: This is the date that the LOTA came...

The divorce process can be stressful and draining for both parties, especially if children are involved. While many couples take their divorce proceedings to court, mediation may be a better...

Employment contracts are a vital component of an employee/employer relationship as they are used to set forth the terms and conditions of employment. An employment contract typically outlines individual responsibilities,...