LEGAL BLOG
The Best Way to Come Up With a Marriage Contract or Cohabitation Agreement
The Best Way to Come Up With a Marriage Contract or Cohabitation Agreement Introduction What is the last thing usually on the minds of happy, loving partners when they decide
Legally Separated?
This question is often posed: “We aren’t living together anymore; are we legally separated?” Well, there is no such thing as being illegally separated! “Living separate and apart” does have
What is a Separation Agreement?
Often calls are received from people inquiring about getting, or filing for, a “legal separation“. There is really no such thing in Canadian law as a legal separation. Instead, what
Divorce & The Financial Obligations When You Separate
Let’s say you are the typical Canadian family of four; both spouses work, but one – usually the husband (but not always) – is the main breadwinner; the wife works
You and your spouse have decided to separate?
You and your spouse have decided to separate? Marriage counselling has been tried, and failed. You have children, own property together, have joint bank accounts, credit cards, and debts.
What is “Constructive Dismissal”?
The law has described constructive dismissal as being a case where an employer unilaterally makes a fundamental or substantial change to an employee’s contract of employment. When this occurs, the
What does being fired for “Cause” mean?
At common law, the general wrongful dismissal principle is that an employee is entitled to reasonable notice of termination of his or her contract with the employer, or payment in
Have You Been Terminated?
When Arnold Schwarznegger took over Donald Trump’s role on ‘The Celebrity Apprentice’, albeit short-lived, he replaced the Donald’s favourite phrase – “You’re fired” – with “You are terminated”. Although
Is Getting Laid Off Like Being Fired?
No. But most people use the terms interchangeably, without knowing the difference, and that includes employers. In fact, to allegedly soften the blow, some employers even tell their employees that
What Is An Employment Lawyer?
Employment lawyers fall into two broad categories: those who represent employers, and those who represent employees. If employees in the workplace are members of a union, the lawyers involved on
Just got fired?
Just got fired? Your boss, and possibly an HR rep have just handed you a letter of termination that you didn’t see coming, no reasons given; they have offered you
Types of Personal Injury
The list is endless. Perhaps the most common is from a car accident. Of course, there are numerous other motorized vehicles speeding around that get into accidents, either on their
What Is A Personal Injury Lawyer?
Well, you have undoubtedly seen the ads! Personal injury lawyers are, by far, the ones who advertise the most. Just have a look at the overwhelming array and number of
Types of Civil Litigation Claims
As stated elsewhere, civil litigation involves someone suing someone else for anything. It is the legal process that most people think of when the word “lawsuit” is used. In broad
What Is Civil Litigation?
In our legal system, there are only two courts: the criminal court, and the civil court. Most people have a pretty good idea what criminal court is. The police charge
Do I need a Living Will
The term “Living Will” is often confused, or used interchangeably, with a Power of Attorney for Personal Care. The two documents are not the same. Another question often asked is:
What is a Will?
A Will, also known as a “Last Will and Testament” is a written, legal document prepared and signed by a person – called a testator if male, or testatrix if