Courts Are Still Open for Urgent Incapacity Matters
The Supreme Court of British Columbia has recently joined the fight against COVID-19. On March 18, 2020, Chief Justice Hinkson issued a direction suspending all ... Continued
How to Make Estate Planning Documents From Home
The spread of the COVID-19 virus has caused an increase in the number of people interested in making or updating their estate planning documents. However, ... Continued
LTO Closure due to COVID-19 – Is title insurance the solution?
What happens to a property transfer or mortgage financing if the Land Title Office (LTO) is closed and no longer able to accept registrations? Although ... Continued
No “Gatherings” in Excess of 50 People: Order Does Not Apply to Construction Sites
The Provincial Health Officer’s order limiting no more than 50 people in one gathering place (the “Order”) does not extend to construction sites. Today the ... Continued
Canada’s Six Largest Banks Ease the Financial Pressure of COVID-19
While the current economic climate seems to be changing day by day, Canada’s six largest banks are bringing good news for those struggling financially due ... Continued
Sharing Custody During the Pandemic? Follow These Guidelines
Divorced or separated parents face unique challenges in the COVID-19 pandemic. With children staying home from school or daycare and many parents unable to work ... Continued
CIPO Extends Trademark Deadlines until at least April 1, 2020 due to COVID-19
On account of the COVID-19 situation, the Canadian Intellectual Property Office has just announced that all deadlines falling between March 16, 2020 and March 31, ... Continued
The COVID-19 Pandemic – Advice for Strata Corporations
The COVID-19 virus has arrived. For the first time in 11 years, the World Health Organization has declared a pandemic. Multiple times a day we ... Continued
COVID-19 – Update for Employers
Note: On June 25, 2020, the BC Government extended the temporary layoff period to a maximum of 24 weeks. You can find our latest coverage ... Continued
Property Division in Family Matters: Is Age Relevant?
Property division is a hotly contested issue in many family law matters. Family property is usually divisible 50-50, unless one party successfully argues for a ... Continued
The Cost of Surrogacy in Canada
A recent article from CBC News Vancouver, “Why a lack of oversight of surrogacy in Canada leaves some parents feeling taken advantage of” raises questions ... Continued
Abuse Exclusion – Not A Straight Road To Denial of Coverage
The recent decision from Ontario in the case, Southside Muay Thai Academy Corporation v. Aviva Insurance Company of Canada, 2019 ONSC 6086, affirms that an ... Continued