Resulting Trusts: Tax Filings as Evidence of Transferor’s Intent
A “resulting trust” arises when title to property is in one party’s name, but that party, because he or she is a fiduciary or gave no value…
A “resulting trust” arises when title to property is in one party’s name, but that party, because he or she is a fiduciary or gave no value…
Imagine you have been in an intimate and trusting relationship and then find that your partner has made private pictures or videos of you publicly available –…
When parents or judges make decisions about parenting – including decisions about guardianship, parental responsibilities, and contact with a child – BC family law is clear that the…
The role of a parenting coordinator is relatively new to BC divorce law. Divorce is a very difficult process for the whole family and when parents separate…
Proprietary Estoppel: Are Promises Enforceable? The equitable doctrine of proprietary estoppel can bind a person to their word. For example, if a sister promises her brother that…
The traditional trial culture of BC family law has shifted to react to the demands of an overwhelmed system that is under-resourced and buried under a never-ending…
Do grandparents have rights in BC? For example, are grandparents in BC able to get a court order for access to their grandchildren? The answer is yes. In…
A BC parenting order can deal with family law matters such as access and contact with a child. But what are the consequences for failure to comply with…
There are a host of additional considerations with respect to child custody and access when the child is in a different country. I have recently discussed child…
A recent decision of the Ontario courts provides sharp reminder to parents on what not to do in a custody battle. In Harboura v. Sitzer, 2016 ONSC…
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