Anyone who has lived through a winter in British Columbia (even relatively mild Vancouver) has encountered an icy sidewalk that was not cleared properly or at all.

Drivers involved in an accident have a duty to remain at the scene pursuant to the Traffic Safety Act.

On July 21, 2022, the Government of British Columbia announced the creation of regulations that will enable a mandatory three-day Homebuyer Protection Period ("HPP"), also known as a "cooling off period" or "right of rescission" starting on January 1, 2023.

One of the features of the new Joint Action Plan was the provision for additional compensation to truckers beginning on a stated date.

Business interruption and business income insurance are meant to protect against monetary losses when your business temporarily comes to a halt.

On January 1, 2023, the Prohibition on the Purchase of Residential Property by Non-Canadians Act (the "Act") came into force. Under section 4(1) of the Act, non-Canadians...

Life is unpredictable, and disasters can strike when we least expect them. Whether it's a devastating fire or a destructive flood, the aftermath can be emotionally and financially overwhelming.

Slip and fall accidents can happen anywhere. These accidents can be painful and can result in serious injuries that seriously impact your life.

Being involved in a car crash can be a stressful and jarring experience. While you cannot always prepare yourself for the suddenness of a collision, you can remind yourself of some key steps...

Funds advanced by a purchaser of real estate to the vendor before the completion of the transaction are generally either considered to be a "deposit" or a "partial payment...

The novel coronavirus has disrupted British Columbia's economy and the province may not fully recover from the effects of social distancing for months to come.

On March 17, 2020, the Province of British Columbia declared COVID-19 a "public health emergency". The realities of a global pandemic could not be foreseen just a couple of months ago.

In certain cultures, women are gifted substantially less under a will compared to their brothers.

A Statement of Values is usually required by an insurer, as it allows the insurer to assess the risk in insuring a property, and therefore the premiums to charge.

The recent atmospheric river in British Columbia highlights the urgent need for overland flood insurance and reveals the complex process residents face when filing claims after extreme weather events.

If you have been involved in a motor vehicle accident, you have the right to claim benefits from your insurer no matter who is at fault for the accident.

Many Canadians are facing financial uncertainty as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, which can lead to issues arising between banks and their customers.

I'm not quite sure if this is a blog or a rant – or perhaps it's something in between? In any case, it's about how parents, lawyers, and indirectly the courts, determine the allocation of fees...

In Tommy v. 7-Eleven Canada, Inc. (2024 BCSC), 7-Eleven was held liable for a customer's injury caused by a pothole, highlighting the importance of proper maintenance...

Life is filled with uncertainties, and while we all hope for the best, it's crucial to prepare for the unexpected. One essential legal document that everyone should consider having is a will.