It's important to honour the history, culture, and contributions of Indigenous peoples in Canada, not only on Truth and Reconciliation Day but every day; the day is an opportunity...

Ryan R. Lee and Alina Gdaniec explore the BC Court of Appeal's decision in Deasan Holdings Ltd. v. Continental Casualty Company, 2025 BCCA 177.

Third-party AI tools can dramatically improve efficiency—but they also introduce legal risks that many businesses overlook.

Underestimating your time estimate in chambers may get you heard sooner but can lead to unexpected costs. Learn more in our latest blog.

The B.C. government has made amendments to the Employment Standards Act (the "Act") which received assent on March 23, 2020. Further amendments were announced on May 4, 2020.

Vendor takeback financing enables business transactions when traditional lending falls short by allowing sellers to finance part of the purchase price.

In August the B.C. government implemented changes to the Workers Compensation Act through Bill 23, which received Royal Assent on August 14, 2020.

Canada has significantly expanded its authority to cancel visitor visas, work permits, and study permits—even after they've been issued and while holders are already in the country.

The recent decision in Surefire Dividend Capture, LP v. Berkshire Hathaway, offers insights into insurance coverage disputes and the interpretation of fidelity bonds, especially when multiple insureds are involved.

Court-ordered DNA testing in Hyslop v. Banks sparks debate on paternity, privacy, and wills variation under WESA.

Probate in British Columbia is the legal process that confirms a deceased person's will and authorizes the executor to administer the estate. While not every estate requires probate, it is often necessary when real estate or significant assets are involved.

Employers may not think of domestic violence as a workplace issue. However, legislation across Canada creates obligations for employers in the workplace relating to domestic violence.

As wildfire seasons become longer and more severe, more British Columbians are facing property damage, evacuation orders, and insurance claims.

Choosing between a sole proprietorship, partnership, or corporation in British Columbia affects liability exposure, tax planning, and growth potential.

British Columbia courts apply a contextual, fact-driven analysis to determine whether unmarried couples qualify as spouses under the Family Law Act. This determination hinges on cohabitation for at least two years and whether the relationship functioned like a marriage, with significant implications for property division and spousal support claims upon separation.

Ryan Chew breaks down Stevens v. Esak and Baylis Estate, highlighting how B.C. courts assess undue influence, suspicious circumstances, and complex family dynamics in estate disputes.

British Columbia businesses face significant legal changes in 2026, from stricter consumer protection laws invalidating common contract terms to evolving AI governance requirements and construction payment reforms.

When an insurance claim is denied, or the payout is far lower than expected, many policyholders assume there is nothing they can do.

Canadian businesses, non-profit organizations, or charities who have seen a drop in revenue due to the COVID-19 pandemic may be eligible for a new subsidy to cover part of their commercial rent or property expenses.

This paper summarizes the legal and legislative history resulting in the coming enactment of the BC Insurance Amendment Act, 2009, effective July 1, 2012.