Alternative Dispute Resolution – How to Keep Matters out of Court
We often hear from our clients that they are unable to resolve their issues with their ex-spouse directly, but don’t want to deal with matters in Court. Whether it’s a matter of cost, privacy, or a desire to avoid the […]
When $1 Million is Not Enough
Third-party liability coverage is an important and mandatory component of any auto insurance policy in Alberta. It protects you and your assets if you are at fault in a motor vehicle accident. The most common coverage offered in Alberta is […]
Calculating Child Support – Past or Current Income?
In the decision of L. (R.E.) v. L. (S.M.), 2007 ABCA 169 our Court of Appeal tackled the issue of how child support obligations are to be calculated; whether on the payor’s current or past year’s income. In this […]
Back to School: Tips for Newly-Separated Parents
The start of a new school year is busy for everyone… parents, students and teachers alike. Even more so for recently separated parents, and children of recently separated parents, diving into new routines and schedules all while going through a […]
Ariana Grande Sued for Posting Pictures of Herself on Instagram
Most people who post pictures of themselves on social media don’t think twice about copyright infringement or privacy lawsuits. For regular people, the usual concerns before posting a picture on social media are lighting, angles and coming up with a […]
Fingers Crossed! Clarification for Canada Child Benefit Eligibility in Shared Parenting Might be Coming
In Family Law, parenting arrangements whereby both parties have a child in his and her respective care for at least 40% of the time are identified as shared parenting arrangements for child support purposes, and otherwise.
However, a 2019 decision by […]