Medical malpractice occurs when a clinical medical practitioner, usually a physician, commits an act of medical negligence that results in patient harm. Victims of medical malpractice and their families may feel lost in the wake…
Premise liability refers to the responsibility of property owners to keep premises safe for visitors in accordance with BC’s Occupiers’ Liability Act (OLA). When someone legally enters a property, the risks to their health and…
While the vast majority of dogs make good companions, some dogs are aggressive or fearful enough to bite. When a dog bites a person, it can be painful, traumatizing, and sometimes, even debilitating. Residents and…
If you have a vested interest in a will, it’s important to know if that will is valid and whether or not you have the grounds to challenge its validity. Contesting a will in BC…
Millions of Canadians struggle living with a disability impacting their ability to work and function in daily life. Whether you have a physical condition or ailment caused by an injury, or an “invisible illness” such…
Victims of medical malpractice in British Columbia can pursue compensation for the harm done to them by negligent medical providers, with the right evidence. Even when medical errors committed during the course of treatment seem…
British Columbia’s Occupiers’ Liability Act (OLA) requires that property owners and operators maintain safe and hazard free premises for visitors. Property operators are responsible for any conditions that lead to accidents while a visitor is…
Medical malpractice is defined as an act of recklessness, carelessness, or omission committed by a clinical medical professional resulting in a harmful medical mistake. Instances of medical malpractice can include substandard treatment or any failure…
Probation is considered to be an introductory period of employment for nearly all private sector employees in BC. Employers often think that due to their probationary status, these employees can be dismissed or terminated for…
Estate disputes are legal conflicts that arise when an individual passes and their estate (property or other assets) is transferred to heirs. Those who oversee estate transfers, either an executor or, in some cases, a…