Can an ex-spouse bring a claim to vary their ex-spouse's will? The B.C. Court of Appeal dealt with this question in Carswell v. Engle Estate, 2018 BCCA 164.

The recent BC Court of Appeal case of Egan v Harbour Air Seaplanes LLP, 2024 BCCA 222 falls into a rare but welcome line of cases for employers, as it provides some predictability on the validity of termination clauses in employment contracts.

A shareholders' agreement establishes clear rules for managing a corporation and protecting shareholder investments in British Columbia. This legal document addresses critical issues like decision-making authority, share transfers, and dispute resolution that the Business Corporations Act alone cannot fully cover.

This is the 3rd of a 4-part business startup series created by Anand Athiviraham, Senior Associate in our Business Law Group. See the first installment of this series: Incorporating your business...

On 30 June 2020, the Business Corporations Act will be amended to introduce a new type of company called a "benefit company".

A strong Form F8 Financial Statement is one of the most important documents in your B.C. family law case. A properly completed Financial Statement can greatly improve the standing of your case...

Mediation is a process in which parties involved in contemplated or ongoing litigation attempt to settle their differences with the assistance of a neutral mediator.

The two most important times to be aware of what your insurance policy can include is when you are purchasing the policies, and when you need to make a claim under the policy. In both cases...

Many people delay taking legal action after an assault because of trauma, fear, ongoing criminal proceedings, or simply not knowing their legal rights. Understanding the limitation period for assault claims in British Columbia is essential if you’re considering seeking compensation through a civil lawsuit

The BC Court of Appeal's decision in Purssell v. Purssell clarifies critical principles governing court approval of property sales in partition proceedings, particularly when co-owners dispute the terms of sale.

A Tax Court of Canada (the "TCC") decision entitled 3792391 Canada Inc. v. The King (hereafter "391") creates concern for tenants...

As the winter months roll in across Alberta, drivers face the challenges of icy roads, snowstorms, and reduced visibility.

Winning a judgment is only the beginning of the collection process. Learn how registering your judgment against a debtor's property can protect your award and create leverage for payment, while understanding the limitations and priority rules that may affect your recovery.

Geluch v Geluch Estate, 2019 BCSC 2203 [Geluch] is a favourable plaintiff's case where the court determined that the disability of the plaintiff would justify a variation of the will.

I came across this old quote a few days ago and was prompted to consider how we resolve matrimonial disputes generally, and more specifically how we are resolving them in these pandemic times.

Commercial transactions can generate substantial legal costs when they involve complex or poorly planned agreements.

The British Columbia Court of Appeal's recent decision in Kroeger v. Bush Estate, 2026 BCCA 16, is a powerful reminder that a properly signed will is not always a valid will.

In the recent decision of Athwal v. Athwal, 2025 BCSC 685 [Athwal], the petitioners tried to force the sale of a jointly owned property...

Artificial intelligence is now part of everyday life—and increasingly, part of the courtroom. From generative AI-assisted document drafting to algorithm-driven decisions, various Canadian courts...

Facing trade uncertainty? EU CETA offers Canadian businesses nearly tariff-free trade, labour mobility & EU market access.