According to the Canadian Institute for Health Information, falls constitute the number one cause of injuries that require hospitalization in Canada. When these falls occur on someone else’s property, they may be the result of…
When you’re injured and unable to work, obligations can pile up quickly. Fortunately, British Columbia has a strong system of employment disability insurance that supports claimants during periods of short- or long-term disability. But insurance…
To be wrongfully dismissed from a job means that you were terminated without cause and were not provided reasonable advanced notice or severance compensation. If you think you have been wrongly terminated, you may be…
The Occupiers’ Liability Act (OLA) defines the rights and responsibilities of property owners, tenants, and managers in British Columbia. Under the OLA, the person or organization defined as the occupier has a duty to ensure…
Premise liability elements refer to the rules governing property owner responsibilities for informing others of and protecting them from the dangers of entering a property. Canadian provinces, including British Columbia, have laws dictating the liability…
The importance of quality dental care to health and well-being is well known and essential for people of all ages. Thankfully, most dentists are committed to delivering a high standard of care. But they can…
Wrongful dismissal in British Columbia is a commonly misunderstood term that describes when an employer terminates an employee without following the requirements of BC’s Employment Standards Act (ESA) or standards set by common law. Wrongful…
Each day, people across the world make trillions of purchases. With the help of strong laws and diligent consumers, the vast majority of those purchases do not lead to harm to buyers or their families.…
Car accidents can be stressful, especially if they occur when you’re travelling on vacation. Fortunately, British Columbians are protected under ICBC’s Basic Insurance and Enhanced Care for the majority of auto incidents and resulting healthcare…
As a renter in British Columbia, you may be uncertain what falls under a landlord’s responsibility versus a tenant's responsibility. Though mandated written tenancy agreements should detail roles for both parties, they can be unclear…