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Transferring a liquor license in British Columbia as part of a commercial transaction requires careful planning, due diligence, and an understanding of the regulatory framework surrounding the transfer of these licenses. Liquor licenses in BC are governed by the Liquor Control and Licensing Act and … Read more »

While it is relatively easy to prove that a person has suffered a fractured bone after slipping and falling due to another person’s negligence, it is often much more difficult to prove that a person has suffered a brain injury as a result of a slip and fall. Further, it is often even more difficult … Read more »

Exclusivity clauses and restrictive covenants have been common in commercial lease agreements, and for good reason. With many retail businesses running tight margins, it is often essential to a business’s bottom line to ensure that their competitors are not opening a storefront next door. However, t … Read more »

Though many people do not realize it, unless an exemption applies, real estate purchases are subject to GST. To determine whether an exemption applies, the seller must consider how the property was used during its ownership. Buyers are often unable to know whether GST will apply to their purchase wh … Read more »

Should I put my Will in my safety deposit box? That is a frequently asked question by many clients of mine. We have a large vault at our office and always recommend to clients that they let us keep their original Wills in our vault for safekeeping. We give them blank copies and file a Wills Notice r … Read more »