As you probably already know, navigating the disability insurance system in British Columbia can be difficult and stressful. Having your long-term disability (LTD) claim denied can be devastating and leave you wondering where to turn…
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In British Columbia, wrongful dismissal is the legal term for termination without cause, or when the terms of an employment contract have been irreparably violated. Laws at the federal and provincial levels, including BC’s Employment…
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An uneven sidewalk injury can cause trauma and anxiety on top of physical pain. You probably have questions about what happens after being injured outside of your home or workplace. You may even wonder how…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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