ORIGIN THOUGHTS
Court Costs
What if I cannot afford to pay court costs? Costs are generally awarded to the successful party following the conclusion...
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Revoking a Will
Written by Harman Kang Did you know all properly executed Wills may be revoked regardless even if the language...
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Guardianship
Guardianship Case: Our client was in a relationship. He was not married and his girlfriend became pregnant. Unfortunately the relationship...
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Offer to Settle
In a decision released November 27, 2017, Barnard v. Barnard, 2017 BCSC 2162, the Honourable Mr. Justice Armstrong analyzed costs...
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Incorporating a business in British Columbia
There are many benefits to incorporating a business in British Columbia, such as limited liability, lower corporate tax rates, and...
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Can you ask a court for a divorce be postponed?
In certain situations, you can ask the Court to postpone the granting of a divorce. The Continuing Legal Education materials...
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Solicitor Responsibilities – Wills and Estates
Written by Jasmin Kang Lawyers who practise in wills and estates continue to be exposed to liability for professional negligence...
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Buying and Selling a Business
When deciding to buy or sell a business in BC, there are a number of factors to take into consideration....
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Child Support Arrears Colucci v. Colucci, 2021 SCC 24
Written by Jason Hansra The SCC, in D.B.S v. S.R.G. 2006 2 SCR 231, found that when you attempt to...
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Grounds for Divorce
Written by Harman Kang There are essentially three grounds of marriage breakdown under the Divorce Act. Separation for more...
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How do I change a parenting schedule?
In A.N.H. v. L.D.G., 2017 BCSC 2099, the Honourable Mr. Justice Cole, provides the legal test to make an application...
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Extraprovincial Court Orders Considerations
By Jason Hansra When an issue arises regarding parenting arrangements of children, one of the first considerations is determining the...
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Unequal Treatment Based on Gender – Wills Variation in BC
A fairly recent case, where cultural traditions and concomitant familial roles were material considerations is that of Grewal v. Litt,...
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Creditor v. Debtor (Default Judgments)
A default judgment is a binding judgment in favour of a party due to an omission or failure to act...
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Lawyer vs DIY Kit
Why should I hire a lawyer to draft my will? There are many Do-It-Yourself (“DIY”) wills packages available at the...
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Can I just move?
What is interim relocation? Can I just move without giving any notice? Above are common questions I am asked by...
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Coping with the Court Process
If you ever find yourself in court without a lawyer, great reading from the familylawlss.bc.ca website: Here are some tips...
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What Drivers Need to Know About Driving While High
There is a lot going on when you’re driving. There are other cars, pedestrians, bicyclists, and obstacles that can be...
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What Is The Average Automobile Accident Settlement in Surrey
Unfortunately, there are roughly 1,500 deaths from automotive accidents in Canada each year and over 110, 000 serious injuries resulting...
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