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British Columbia employers: Tips for a strong employment contract

An employment contract is an integral part of doing business. It sets out the expectations for the employer/employee relationship and can guide the path to resolution in the event of a dispute. Unfortunately, employers never know the strength of their contracts until...

Legal due diligence when purchasing a business: 3 steps

Entrepreneurs looking to purchase a business are wise to complete thorough due diligence before finalizing the deal. Due diligence essentially involves research done on a target company before completing a transaction to mitigate the risk of any surprises after the...

Determining who is a “spouse” under BC’s intestate laws

This article reviews the disposition of an estate with no will along with who qualifies as a spouse under BC’s intestate laws. Estate planning is something that many British Columbia residents believe they will get around to at some point. Some make good on that...

Balancing fairness with religious and cultural customs in estates

This article discusses balancing religious/cultural customs and the law regarding inheritances given to sons and daughters and finding support when needed. Undoubtedly, Canada has a diverse population. People from all backgrounds and lifestyles live, work, play and...

What happens when an heir is disinherited?

This article discusses what it means for an individual to disinherit an heir along with how it affects the administration of an estate after death. Not every British Columbia family gets along. Some relationships degrade to the point where a person may decide not to...

When something just isn’t right with a parent or spouse’s will

This article discusses factors the court considers when a spouse or child challenges the will of a decedent. When a Vancouver resident passes away, his or her family members may expect to receive specific assets or a specific portion of the estate. If that doesn’t...

How Does the Duty to Accommodate Affect Employers?

Accommodation is an equality concept that, when implemented in the workplace, can help eliminate barriers and encourage participation by employees regardless of race, colour, age, sex, physical or mental ability. For employers, the duty to accommodate may seem...

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