Dangerous Premises

On a hot summer day, there’s nothing like a dip in the pool to cool off and enjoy the weather. Unfortunately, swimming pools aren’t always a haven from the heat. Swimming pool accidents, including slips…

Recent years have marked a shift in the British Columbia housing landscape. According to the 2021 census, the province now has more than 660,000 rental households. The number of renters surged between 2011 and 2021…

The Occupiers’ Liability Act in British Columbia outlines the duties of property owners and occupiers towards those who visit their properties. According to this law, occupiers are obligated to take reasonable measures to avoid hazards…

British Columbia’s Occupiers’ Liability Act (OLA) requires that property owners and operators maintain safe and hazard free premises for visitors. Property operators are responsible for any conditions that lead to accidents while a visitor is…

Many of us love a night out on the town. A nice meal at a quality restaurant. A few drinks at our favourite bar. As with any activity, these chances to unwind have some risk…

Slip and fall accidents are major causes of injuries in Canada, especially during the winter months. Dangerous conditions like icy weather can make necessary activities like going to the grocery store hazardous. Thankfully, property owners…

Each year, thousands of Canadians are injured due to accidents in and outside the home. The financial cost of these accidents totals billions of dollars. But an accident victim’s true hardship is difficult to calculate. …

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…

As a renter in British Columbia, you may be uncertain what falls under a landlord’s responsibility versus a tenant's responsibility. Though mandated written tenancy agreements should detail roles for both parties, they can be unclear…