For many years, contractors facing long delays in receiving payment for work has been a significant problem in the construction industry across Canada. Currently in some provinces, the “pay when paid” clauses in contracts allow contractors to withhold payment to subcontractors until the contractor has received payment from the owner. Consequently, the Canadian construction industry […]
Contracts form an integral part in both our legal system and our lives – chances are, you’ve encountered and/or signed a contract in one way or another very recently. While that idea may seem alarming, it shouldn’t be that way. Contracts are formed in order to protect the rights of both parties in transactions and […]
In the province of British Columbia, a representation agreement allows for the appointment of a decision-maker to step in when a person has been determined to lack the capacity to decide on medical and personal care. This document allows you to appoint someone to legally enforce your choice to ‘pull the plug’ or accept or […]
Purchasing and selling a property can be an exciting and stressful experience. When you hire the right real estate lawyer to guide you through this process with your best interests in mind, they will assure that there are no surprises coming along the way. Our team of lawyers and legal professionals at Saanichton Law Group […]
The following article is a simplified interpretation of various aspects of employment law in British Columbia related to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic as well as associated effects on the safety of workplaces in the province. We advise readers to visit WorkSafeBC to gain a full understanding of how to best address safety concerns involving COVID-19 […]
Arbitration is perhaps the most popular and widely known dispute resolution process and is a useful alternative to the time, costs and complexities associated with litigation. Arbitration is a usually voluntary process that involves a neutral arbitrator examining a dispute between two parties, then rendering a resolution to solve the dispute. Our very own Brad […]
We are excited to announce that our very own Alex Lonergan is featured in this months’ edition of Seaside Magazine, the premier local news and events magazine of the Saanich Peninsula. Originally from New Westminster, Alex joined Saanichton Law Group (SLG) as an articling student in July of last year before being called to the […]
Contemplating legal costs can trigger a great deal of stress. Regardless of starting something new and exciting that requires the safeguard of a lawyer to mitigate business or monetary risks, individuals may hesitate to contact a law office. Yet, when you consider the alternative of leaving yourself open to a potential lawsuit, having a […]
Operating your own business can be both empowering and overwhelming. Along with the countless responsibilities of managing and growing your company comes inherent risks. Certainly, business owners must ensure they are in compliance with regional laws and regulations. Beyond that, you need to mitigate the risks of your business. Decisions must be made every day. […]