Employee Hours and Reduction – Is It Okay?
Can an Employer Reduce an Employee’s Wages or Hours Without Agreement in British Columbia? A frequent question in employment law, particularly in British Columbia, is
July 11, 2025
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Minimum Notice or Severance Requirements in British Columbia
In British Columbia, when an employer terminates an employee’s employment without cause, they are legally obligated under the Employment Standards Act (ESA) to provide either
July 9, 2025
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Legal Termination Without Cause
When Can an Employer Legally Terminate an Employee Without Cause in British Columbia? In British Columbia, employers generally retain the right to terminate an employee
July 7, 2025
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Employee Rights During Probationary Period
What rights does an employee have during a probationary period? Many employment contracts in British Columbia include a probationary period, typically ranging from three to
July 4, 2025
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Employee VS Independent Contractor – What is the Difference?
What is the difference between an employee and an independent contractor? Understanding the fundamental distinction between an employee and an independent contractor is paramount for
July 2, 2025
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Appointing an Executor in British Columbia
In British Columbia, a will-maker (testator) has the crucial responsibility of appointing one or more executors in their will under the Wills, Estates and Succession
June 30, 2025
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Common-Law Relationships and Property Division in B.C.
Dividing Property After a Common-Law Relationship Ends in British Columbia When a common-law relationship in British Columbia comes to an end, the division of property
June 27, 2025
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Severing Joint Tenancy in British Columbia
Severing Joint Tenancy in British Columbia: Methods and Estate Implications In British Columbia, joint tenancy is a common form of property co-ownership where two or
June 25, 2025
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Overtime and Employee Rights
Can an Employee in BC Be Fired for Refusing to Work Overtime? What Are Their Rights? In British Columbia, the Employment Standards Act (ESA) sets
June 23, 2025
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Backing Out From A BC Real Estate Transaction
What Happens if a Buyer Backs Out After Removing Conditions in a BC Real Estate Transaction? In British Columbia, a residential real estate purchase agreement
June 20, 2025
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