In a workplace context, the Human Rights Code (the “Code”) prevents employers from discriminating against employees based on the number of protected characteristics (disability, religion, sex, age etc.). Where appropriate,…
Considerations for Estate Planning You are invited to join our Wills & Estate team for a free CPD-approved seminar: Wednesday, September 22, 2021 | 11:30-1:00 pm Virtual – Microsoft Teams
I want to fire an employee – what are my obligations? An employer may terminate an employee’s employment at any time by providing notice or payment in lieu of notice,…
As featured in the August 2021 issue of “Bar Talk”, our Jessica Vliegenthart aka The Roll Model shares lessons learned from her time with Team Canada… “Shortly after playing in…
Often when an employee quits, there is a clear end to the relationship. But at times, ending employment can be uncomfortable and murky. For an employer, a uncertain ending can…
CLICK to download the PDF In The Redeemed Christian Church of God v. New Westminster (City) 2021 BCSC 1401, the court declared that the City of New Westminster infringed a…
Ordinarily there is a two-year limitation period to file a lawsuit, from the date you discovered your loss. COVID-19 Response – Limitation Periods Temporarily Suspended The Province suspended limitation periods…
Enns v Gordon Estate, 2018 BCSC 705 In my Will, I can leave my belongings to anyone I choose, right? That idea comes from the concept of “testamentary autonomy” and…
As of June 15, 2021, employers in B.C who are registered for WorkSafeBC insurance coverage can submit application for reimbursement of amounts paid to employees for COVID-19 paid sick leave,…
Legislation is expected to come into force on August 3, 2021 establishing September 30 as a national holiday: the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This holiday is a response…
Alter Ego vs Joint Spousal Trust Planning What is an Alter Ego Trust? An Alter Ego Trust is a type of trust allowed under the Income Tax Act (Canada) (the
Fixed term employment contracts can be beneficial for employers who only need employees for a limited time or for a limited scope. These contracts help create some certainty and set…
When does a promise become more than a promise? In the recent case of Bergler v Odenthal (“Bergler“), the BC Supreme Court had the chance to revisit the concept of…
Life is complicated, and especially so when losing loved ones. By preparing this broad checklist, we hope to provide you with some certainty and guidance through difficult times. We know…
While it is an honour to be selected as an Executor; many would agree that it is also a burden. From our work assisting Executors, we have identified a number…
Most employers know that when an employee approaches them with a mental health issue, the employer may have obligations to accommodate that employee. However, what is an employer’s obligation when…
Life Insurance Trusts During a previous bulletin, we discussed the downsides to naming a child (under age 19) as a direct beneficiary of a life insurance policy. Most significantly, the…
Safety and Health Protocols To protect the health and safety of Fulton lawyers, staff and the general public, and to minimize the risk of a costly business interruption following a…
Every so often we encounter a client (the “Insured”) who has designated their young children (or child) as the direct beneficiaries of their life insurance policy (the “Policy”). Most commonly…
The recent case of English v. Richmond (City), 2020 BCSC 1642 provides clear direction for local governments who are regulating the production and cultivation of cannabis; specifically, the case articulates…
Have you been named an Executor or considering whom to name as YOUR Executor? Do you want to know more about the role and responsibilities of an Executor and what…
The term “digital asset” can be hard to define, and is forever expanding. Some examples come in the form of email accounts (i.e. Yahoo Mail, Google Mail, and Microsoft Office…
Our Personal Injury Team is thrilled to announce that Tristenne Seddon (Kamloops School of the Arts) has been named as our 2020 Athlete of Influence and recipient of the $1000…
These days, personal information of others is often at your fingertips. Googling or searching social media can give you a lot of insight into others – some of it truthful,…
Join our Wills and Estates team on Wednesday, June 10, 2020 for an online presentation, with live Q&A session, designed to help you “start the conversation” concerning your estate planning.…
The New Million Dollar Question It’s a question we’re often asked when meeting new people. It’s a question that maybe used to be easy to answer – but, with the…
Considerations for Estate Planning Our Wills & Estate Team is hosting a free event as set out below (Law Society CPD | Society of Notaries Public CPD – Credit Approved):…
When considering their estate planning, parents often want to support their children financially but are not sure of the best way to do so. One option of sharing wealth is…
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For the purposes of child support, a person over 19 is considered a child if they are unable, because of illness, disability or another reason, to obtain the necessaries of…
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