Legal Insights

Many people in British Columbia believe that living together as common law partners automatically gives each person the same legal rights as a married spouse when it comes to inheritance; Unfortunately, that isn’t always the case. If you and your partner are in a common law relationship, understanding how British Columbia’s estate laws apply to […]

Disputes over wills can become especially complex when significant assets are transferred before death or when a close family member is excluded from inheriting. A recent decision from the British Columbia Supreme Court demonstrates how the courts may allow beneficiaries or family members to take action when estate representatives are unable or unwilling to do […]

Losing a job can be one of the most stressful and uncertain experiences a person faces. While employers in British Columbia generally have the right to terminate employees without cause, they must comply with legal obligations when doing so. When an employer fails to meet those obligations, an employee may have grounds for a wrongful […]

Administering an estate is often an emotional and challenging process, especially when family disagreements arise. A recent British Columbia Supreme Court decision highlights how serious conflict between executors can interfere with the proper administration of an estate — and when the court may decide to step in. The Case: Phagura v. Frenette, 2026 BCSC 912 […]

Disputes over wills can be emotional, stressful, and legally complex. In British Columbia, it is not uncommon for family members, spouses, or other interested parties to challenge a will after someone has passed away. Whether you are an executor trying to carry out the deceased’s wishes or a beneficiary who believes a will is unfair […]

If you’re involved in an estate dispute, one of the biggest questions is often: who ends up paying the legal fees? In most court cases, the general rule is simple—the losing side pays a portion of the winning side’s costs. But estate disputes don’t always follow that rule. A recent decision from the British Columbia […]

Disputes between family members over a will are more common than many people expect. The loss of a loved one can bring out strong emotions, and when combined with questions about fairness or expectations, disagreements can quickly turn into legal disputes. In British Columbia, a will can be challenged on several legal grounds. These may […]

A recent Alberta appeal decision is highlighting an important and often misunderstood issue: what happens when family law and estate law overlap. As reported by Canadian Lawyer Magazine, the Alberta Court of Appeal has agreed to hear a case examining whether a lower court judge made an error by issuing a family property order within […]

Accidents happen quickly — but the questions afterward can linger. If you’ve been injured in a slip and fall or a car accident in Alberta, you may be facing pain, missed work, and calls from insurance companies. Naturally, one question comes up: “Do I actually have a claim?” The answer isn’t always obvious. Not every […]

Life can change in a moment. A slip on an icy sidewalk can leave you with serious injuries, lost income, and mounting medical expenses. If you’re asking, “Do I have a claim?” — you’re not alone. Whether you have a valid legal claim depends on how the accident happened, who was responsible, and which laws […]