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British Columbia’s Intimate Images Protection Act (IIPA) has been significantly strengthened. As of March 18, 2026, amended regulations allow victims of non-consensual intimate image sharing to seek up to $75,000 in compensation through the Civil Resolution Tribunal — a 14-fold increase over the p … Read more »

When a marriage ends, the legal and emotional questions come fast. But for most couples in British Columbia, the financial questions keep them up at night. What happens to the house? Who gets the RRSPs? Can my spouse really claim half my pension? These are among the most common and most misunderstoo … Read more »

Contesting a will can be a complex and emotional legal process. Wills serve as crucial documents to delineate the distribution of assets after a person’s death, ensuring their final wishes are honored. While the courts of British Columbia will strive to follow the instructions left by a person in … Read more »

Family law matters are touchy subjects, and that becomes more difficult when children are involved. When discussing issues like child custody and visitation rights, the well-being of the children should always be the utmost concern. Our legal system In British Columbia is designed to prioritize the … Read more »

While it might be tempting to draft a separation agreement independently, the complexities of family law and the legal intricacies involved underscore the necessity of engaging a qualified Vancouver family law lawyer or Vancouver divorce lawyer. When a marriage reaches a point where separation becom … Read more »