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The ultimate guide to navigating criminal charges: Should you hire multiple lawyers?
When facing criminal charges, the decision of whether to hire multiple lawyers is a crucial one.

H&L
Aug 23, 2023


What free legal aid services are available in Canada? How can I get this legal help?
Accessing justice is a fundamental right for all Canadians, but it can be financially challenging for many people to afford rhe legal fee.

H&L
Apr 3, 2023


When Can a Landlord Evict a Tenant Legally
Landlords may sometimes want to end a lease agreement for various reasons: for example, they need to use the property themselves, they want

Jonathan Li
Sep 15, 2022


Loan or Gift? What the Court thinks when Parents Transfer Funds to Children
Many parents are willing to provide some measure of assistance to their children when the child has encountered financial difficulties.

Chis Wong
Feb 11, 2022


Your Estate Planning Toolkit
Estate planning is imperative for anyone who wishes to leave their wealth to their loved ones in a cost and time-efficient manner.

Vicki Xu
Nov 5, 2021


Wills Variation: The Courts Could Change Your Will After Your Death
The law generally respects a will-makers’ testamentary freedom to distribute their estate however they wish after death.

Vicki Xu
Jul 22, 2021


Foley v The Owners, Know Your Rights When Renovating Your Strata Unit
There are different kinds of property in Strata. If you are a Strata owner when you think about renovating your home, how could you make sur

Chis Wong
Jul 9, 2021


Chiang v Yang, 1999 BCPC 29 – an examination of a court case involving nuisance between neighbors
As people spend significantly more time in their own homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, they would also interact more with their neighbors,

Chis Wong
Jun 3, 2021


An Introduction to British Columbia’s Anti-SLAPP Legislation
The anti-SLAPP legislation in British Columbia, the PPPA, provides a mechanism that may allow defendants to have claims dismissed where the

Alfonso Chen
Feb 19, 2021


How BC’s new Land Owner Transparency Act could affect you.
BC’s new Land Owner Transparency Act could have extensive impact on holders of beneficial interest in real property, especially those who ha

Vicki Xu
Dec 18, 2020


Here’s what your lawyer will recommend if you’re involved in a civil dispute.
The options available or suitable to you depend on the facts of each case. Some options are available or suitable only for particular matter
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Aug 17, 2020


Suing someone? The amount you seek may determine which court, if any, can resolve your civil case in
In B.C., there are several bodies that render decisions for legal disputes. If you commence proceedings through a body that does not have ju

Alfonso Chen
Jun 9, 2020


BC Tenants and Landlords: Negotiations during the COVID-19 pandemic
Disputes will undoubtedly arise through the next few months between tenants and landlords over their rights and responsibilities.
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Apr 2, 2020


What is intentional infliction of mental suffering in B.C.?
Many of our lawyers handle litigation files on a daily basis and can assist you in identifying your case’s strengths, weaknesses, and availa

Danna Shan
Dec 11, 2019


What can I discuss with lawyer in deciding whether I should negotiate first or commence a lawsuit?
Written by: Danna Shan and Alfonso Chen Introduction This article sets out a few considerations that you can go over when discussing your...
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Oct 11, 2019


What are some of the fundamental laws in British Columbia relating to defamation?
It is unnecessary for the complaining party to prove that the statements were false in order for the court to find that there was defamation
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Aug 6, 2019


Rosas v Toca, 2018 BCCA 191: a fascinating case on agreements to vary contractual terms
Written by: Alfonso Chen (Litigation Associate) and Isabella Wang (Articled Student) Rosas v. Toca, 2018 BCCA 191 (“Rosas”) is a British...
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Jul 11, 2019


Joyce Ling, H&L Lawyer, Helps Client Secure More than $130,000 through Reimbursement of Legal Costs
By: Alfonso Chen In an article published on June 8, 2018 by the Vancouver Sun, columnist Ian Mulgrew wrote about an assessment of special...
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Jun 28, 2018


Honesty is the best policy when Immigrating to Canada
Canada is an attractive country for new immigrants and Vancouver is where many choose their start in Canada.

Chen Shen
May 17, 2017


An overview of the Employment Standards Act
The Employment Standards Act and Regulation set minimum standards of wages and working conditions in most workplaces in British Columbia. Th
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Feb 13, 2017
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