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If you are injured in a car accident in British Columbia then you are entitled to certain benefits regardless of whether you were at fault for the accident or not. These benefits, called “No-Fault Benefits” or “Part 7 Benefits”, generally cover your medical and rehabilitation costs as well as lost wages. They are limited, however, … Continued
In the British Columbia courts, a person’s last will can be contested under the Wills Variation Act. Wills variation claims arise when a child or spouse feels they have not been adequately provided for within a will or when there is another dispute over the fair dispersal of an estate. To avoid this legal process—which … Continued
It’s an oft-quoted and well-known “fact” that parking lot car accidents are considered to be “no fault”—or, more accurately, equally the fault of both drivers. The outcome of this 50/50 at-fault situation is that both drivers’ insurance goes up, rather than just one. This can make it tempting to leave the insurance companies out of … Continued
As the National Post has put it, stepfamilies are becoming the “new normal” in Canada. This is made evident by the fact that in 2011, the census counted stepfamilies for the first time, revealing that 12.6% of families in Canada are stepfamilies. With this ever-expanding family category comes expanded estate planning considerations. It’s not surprising … Continued
Have you been hurt in a car accident and are worried you won’t be able to work as long in the future? Does your personal injury mean you now have trouble completing your job at the level you did previously, whether that means you work a reduced number of hours per week or find yourself … Continued
Being struck by a car is something most cyclists fear, for obvious reasons. According to ICBC’s data for the years 2009 to 2013 , cycling accidents happen with relative frequency at certain intersections across Metro Vancouver. In Coquitlam, the crossroads at Lougheed Highway and Westwood Street is a particularly notorious spot. But the fact is … Continued
Whether you’ve been named the executor of someone’s will or you are drafting your last will and testament and need to choose one for your estate, keep in mind these essential qualities of an executor. Though every will needs an executor, not every person is prepared to be one. For guidance on your specific situation, … Continued
Although we all recognize the need to draft a will to make sure our assets and belongings are passed along to our loved ones, it is easy to overlook the same need to prepare our “digital estates.” However, less than 30 years since the Internet became publically available, digital planning with your wills and estates … Continued