Porter Ramsay Blog
When a pedestrian or cyclist is harmed on the road, the impact can be devastating. Not only can these individuals suffer serious injuries or even fatalities, but up until recently, British Columbia pedestrians and cyclists could face significant financial costs. Under...
One of the most challenging aspects of post-divorce life is finding financial security on a single income. For this reason, it may be appropriate for a spouse facing divorce to seek spousal support. In British Columbia, some former partners even qualify for spousal...
Ideally, parents who go through a breakup will place the well-being of their children above every other concern. For this reason, they are more likely to set aside their differences and work together to create a parenting plan that is in the best interests of the...
When Canada’s federal budget was announced in early April, it included several measures aimed at cooling the housing market. These moves are a response to increasing concerns about the affordability of housing across the country. If the measures are passed, they will...
Distracted driving is among the leading causes of serious car accidents in British Columbia. Increased use of mobile devices is making this issue into a more serious one. New polling data released by ICBC shows the extent of distracted driving in B.C., as well as some...
Prospective homebuyers in British Columbia have many things to consider, from housing wish-lists to preferred locations to how to navigate an increasingly competitive market. Chief among these considerations is budget. While the budget you're comfortable with is a...
The real estate market continues to grow in British Columbia, with houses selling for higher rates than ever before. But what happens when a house sells for below market value? While in most cases this just means a buyer got a good deal, one Vancouver property owner...
When they begin estate planning, many people have a traditional concept of what is involved: physical property, bank accounts and guardianship of dependents to name a few. However, a growing number of adults have valuable digital assets as well. When people think of...
Successful co-parenting takes effort and planning. One of the issues that is extremely important to research, carefully consider and plan in detail is the child custody schedule. This is a key part of a co-parenting plan. Done correctly, a custody schedule can help to...
The holidays may be over, but winter still has many weeks to go. As unpredictable as British Columbia weather can be, it is best to be prepared for any possibility. This includes keeping your pantry well stocked, your vehicle in good working order and your emergency...
