Legal Articles
September 20, 2018
Employee dismissals are rife with conflict and since 2014 the economics of litigating wrongful dismissal claims had improved dramatically. This is in part because quality employees have been unable to quickly find alternative work in a depressed economy and in […]
October 19, 2018
Lawyers are often faced with common questions from clients: “If I add my child as a joint owner to my asset, can I avoid probate of my estate?” “As I get older I may need help paying my bills. Will […]
November 14, 2018
In May, the Federal Minister of Justice, introduced a Bill to amend the Divorce Act. According to the Department of Justice, the reasons behind the changes are to promote the best interests of the child, address family violence, help reduce […]
December 14, 2018
On January 1, 2019 new Provincial Court civil rules come into effect. The goal of the new rules is to the “ensure expeditious, and inexpensive resolution” of legal disputes. To achieve these goals the new rules expand upon the discretion […]
January 16, 2019
A Personal Representative (a.k.a. Executor or Administrator) is a person or Corporation named in a Will to manage and administer the deceased’s estate in accordance with the terms of the Will. A Personal Representative (PR) must act in the best […]
February 15, 2019
The law about the division of property between separating common-law couples in Canada has long been a source of confusion. Many, if not most, people believe that they have the same rights to the division of property acquired during a […]
March 13, 2019
I recently re-watched the movie Smokey and the Bandit. The first time I saw it, I was impressed with the chase scenes and of course the Trans Am. What impressed me the 2nd time watching was the premise of the […]
April 18, 2019
Employment Contracts should be the backbone of any business or workplace. Every business should be using employment contracts and agreements to govern workplace relationships. An agreement that sets appropriate boundaries is a good way to ensure employment relationships – and […]
May 16, 2019
Spring is here and that means the real estate market is picking up speed. Many Hatters will be buying and selling homes in the coming months. As we get ready to for the busy real estate season, I thought it […]
June 12, 2019
Medicine Hat and area have many family businesses, especially in the agricultural industry. Family businesses present unique challenges when it comes to creating a plan to transfer the family business to the next generation. Where a significant amount of value […]