What is an Employer Required to Offer for Sick Leave?
According to the Employment Standards Act, BC businesses are required to offer a variety of types of job-protected leaves of absence. Some of these are required to be paid leaves,...
Read MoreCan an Employee be Terminated While on Leave?
There are many reasons that an employee can take a protected leave of absence from their job. Whether you need to take time away from work for some time or...
Read MoreThe ABCs of a Basic Real Estate Contract
Most of us will buy and sell at least one home at some point in our lives. We usually know what we want in a home, we have an idea...
Read MoreVacation Time Requirements in BC
Most workers are aware that BC employees are entitled to annual vacation time as part of the Employment Standards Act, but not everyone is aware of how much time they...
Read MoreHow to Apply for Wills Variation
The wills variation process can be extremely stressful, especially if you don’t know where to start. If you are unsure about how to apply for wills variation, consulting with a...
Read MoreWho is Excluded from the Employment Standards Act?
The Employment Standards Act was designed to protect employees and employers throughout British Columbia by outlining the required standards for wages and working conditions; however, there are several occupations and...
Read MoreWhat Does a Real Estate Lawyer do at Closing?
Buying a home can often be a stressful process. Choosing to hire a reputable real estate lawyer like the ones from Linley Welwood to help with closing on a new...
Read MoreHow Much Notice Does an Employee Need to Give When Resigning?
The term “two weeks’ notice” is an incredibly common one within employment scenarios. It denotes the customary minimum amount of time that is expected to give to an employer when...
Read MoreWhat Counts as an Employment Contract?
Whether you are an employee or an employer, it is important to know what counts as an employment contract in BC to ensure that you are aware of your legal...
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