Federal Government Announces Changes To EI and New Benefits
Today the federal government announced four new initiatives to support workers and employers as they continue to face business uncertainties as a result of the ... Continued
Performance Bonds – Do You Ever Get What You Pay For?
Performance bonds are used in construction contracts to provide the owner with security that the contractor will perform all of its obligations under the contract. ... Continued
UPDATE: BC Government Outlines Plans for Residential Rent-Related Evictions and Repayment Framework
Further to our article from July 17, 2020, the provincial government has released requirements of the new repayment framework applicable to residential tenants with outstanding ... Continued
Recent Amendments to the Workers Compensation Act Now in Force
The provincial government has recently made amendments to the Workers Compensation Act which came into force on August 14, 2020. Notable changes include: compensation being ... Continued
Government Funded Initiatives to Support B.C.’s Tech Sector
Recently, a number of initiatives which are being funded by the government have been announced that specifically target B.C.’s technology sector. In particular, at the ... Continued
Does Presumption of Resulting Trust Apply to Benefit Plan Designations?
The presumption of resulting trust is a well-known legal principle amongst estate lawyers. However, it may not be a familiar concept to many of the ... Continued
Reconciliation Plans for Businesses
In part, in response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (“Calls to Action”), the British Columbia government passed the Declaration on the ... Continued
CIPO Issues Notice of Final Blanket Extension (for now)
The Canadian Intellectual Property Office has just published notice of its decision to further extend the “designated days” period on account of continuing COVID-19 disruptions. Since the ... Continued
How the Frustrated Contract Act May Be Used to Get Compensation in a COVID-19 World
Due to the effects of COVID-19, many people are finding it difficult to fulfil their obligations under a contract. What are your options? We have ... Continued
When An Employer Isn’t Ready to Recall Employees: Extending a COVID-Related Temporary Layoff
Although the BC government extended the maximum period for a COVID-related temporary layoff from 16 to 24 weeks, ending on or before August 30, 2020, many ... Continued
Webinar: Changing World, Changing Tech: Quick Technology Law Tips
In this practical, one-hour session directed towards the private sector, learn about these topics: Contracting for Technology Solutions in a Rush Adopting Remote Working Tools ... Continued
Plaintiff Cries Foul Over Baseball Injury
In a rare result, the BC Supreme Court found no liability on any defendant after a spectator was injured by a foul ball at a ... Continued