A Guide to Premises Liability in BC. Whenever an individual enters your home or place of business, it’s essential that you take steps to prevent accidents, ensuring their safety and well-being. In fact, ensuring the safety of your premises is not only a moral responsibility but also a legal obligation. If a visitor to your […]
Property Division in BC: Understanding Excluded vs Family Property. When a relationship ends in separation or divorce, the couple must divide their assets and liabilities. To protect individual rights and ensure fair division, it’s important to understand the difference between excluded and family property.
Key Components of a Severance Agreement BC – Table of Contents Financial Compensation Benefits and Insurance Non-Compete and Non-Disclosure Agreements Release of Claims Negotiating Severance Agreements Common Concerns and Pitfalls Steps to Take After Receiving a Severance Package Final Thoughts FAQ Financial Compensation Severance Pay: This is calculated based on the employee’s position, length […]
Occupier’s Liability is critical for both businesses and homeowners. Learn your legal responsibilities to maintain safe premises, prevent accidents involving Occupier’s Liability, and understand legal recourse. Contact Hillside Law for expert advice on Occupier’s Liability.
Personal Injury Compensation Guide One accident can dramatically change your life, bringing physical and emotional pain, often paired with financial turmoil. Getting your life back on track requires knowing your rights and the process of seeking justice after an accident.
Personal injury is the legal term for physical, mental, or emotional injury of an individual, as opposed to injury to property. This injury is a result of the actions of another, whether through negligence or ill intent. Personal injury compensation allows the victim to receive the support they need to recover physically, mentally, or emotionally […]
People come together in marriage out of love and a desire to show their commitment to one another, but most realize that not all such unions last. It is therefore wise to safeguard their assets and interests with prenuptial and cohabitation agreements. While couples obviously anticipate remaining together, these legal documents provide clarity and protection […]
The word divorce conjures images of a difficult, emotionally charged period at the end of a couple’s marriage. Even the most amicable divorce may prove challenging, and the intricacies involved will vary across different regions in Canada. This article will explore the divorce process in British Columbia, and how it differs from divorce elsewhere in […]
While many couples still wait to get married before finding a home and starting a new life together, many others prefer to live together before, or instead of, marriage. While cohabitation does offer advantages, it also presents some legal considerations for the couple to address. Cohabitation agreements offer couples the opportunity to protect their interests […]
The topic of divorce is one that many prefer to avoid as it is complex and typically emotionally charged. The process of ending a marriage frequently sees disagreements and disputes between the separating parties, making it difficult for all involved. For those seeking a divorce in British Columbia, the two types of divorce are contested […]