The BTM Law Blog is where we keep community members up-to-date with the latest information regarding personal injury law, employment law, estate planning, family law, and legal issues relevant to small businesses. We also provide tips that will help you navigate the legal system more efficiently. If you have a question about a legal issue, there is a good chance that you will find your answer somewhere in our blog.
When two or more people own real property together, they can own as either joint tenants or tenants in common. There are key distinctions between the two arrangements, which is why it is important that you consult with a lawyer…
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It was announced this week that in the spring of 2017, the Ontario government is expected to introduce new legislation to modernize construction lien and holdback rules in that province. It is anticipated that this new legislation will include new…
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An important new decision was released last week by our Court of Appeal (J.F. v. S.K.W 2016 BCCA 186), which will have a significant impact on how “Excluded Property” under the Family Law Act (“FLA”) is treated by the courts.…
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“Cause I was a bit too leisurely” (Prince – Raspberry Beret) Prince playing at Coachella 2008. Music superstar Prince was tragically found dead in his home last week at the age of 57. Prince was a musical genius. A generational…
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Are you a contractor or material supplier supplying work or materials on federal government projects? There is legislation being considered by the Senate, called the Canada Prompt Payment Act, which could make receiving payments on federal government projects easier, and…
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