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When it comes to employment law, the regulations and standards surrounding vacations and time off can be difficult to understand. This is particularly so when trying to determine the differences...

Non-Competition and Non-Solicitation Clauses in Employment Contracts A restrictive covenant is a term in an employment contract that may limit a former employee’s ability to obtain comparable employment. The purpose...

Working from home has become the new normal for many employees in a variety of industries. Though many individuals have demonstrated the ability to perform their role to the same...

Individuals and companies purchase various forms of insurance to help protect them from serious liability claims, disability, and property damage costs. Though these plans typically provide adequate coverage for most...

Types of Unexpected Time Off Though most individuals prefer to plan and schedule their time off from work, some events in life can occur without warning. From personal illness to...

The death of a loved one can be a stressful and difficult time for any family. This is especially true for individuals named in the will of the deceased, as...

Registration in the BC Registry When sole proprietorships or partnerships register their name with BC Registry Services, this provides notice of the use of the name but does not necessarily...

In most places of employment, employees are allowed to take a leave of absence, also known as job-protected leave, for many difference reasons.  While most of these leaves are unpaid,...

Regardless of the size of your business or the industry you work in, you will likely need some form of legal representation at some point. If you have not hired...

Regardless of the job, employees want to feel as though they are being fairly compensated for the work they perform. After performing the same role for one or several years,...