Porter Ramsay Blog

Timely updates and insights on legal developments that impact individuals and businesses.
Real Estate Law

What should I do before starting a land development project?

As a land developer in British Columbia, you probably already know that you can take no steps forward with your project before you have a plan. In fac...

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Real Estate Law

B.C. financial regulator recommends home purchase wait periods

Many regulators and officials have been proposing different means of cooling the housing market in British Columbia. Recently, the B.C. Financial Serv...

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Family Law

Survey reveals trends in marriage, divorce and finances

Most people expect divorce to have an impact on their financial situation. However, it is interesting to note that the impact is not always all negati...

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Family Law

Spousal support calculation error in British Columbia case

The British Columbia Court of Appeal recently heard a case regarding a claim that spousal support was miscalculated in prior rulings. The appeal claim...

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Wills And Estates

Top tax-saving measures for British Columbia estate planners

While most people think about retirement planning when it comes to the overall financial planning process, planning for what happens past that point i...

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Personal Injury Law

ICBC reverses decision on pedestrian and cyclist damages

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 fata...

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Family Law

Who qualifies for spousal support?

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 ...

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Family Law

A parenting plan does not have to be a battle

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...

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Real Estate Law

Federal government proposes measures to cool real estate market

When Canada’s federal budget was announced in early April, it included several measures aimed at cooling the housing market. These moves are a respons...

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Personal Injury Law

Distracted driving is a significant issue on B.C. roads

Distracted driving is among the leading causes of serious car accidents in British Columbia. Increased use of mobile devices is making this issue into...

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Real Estate Law

Understanding Canada’s mortgage stress test

Prospective homebuyers in British Columbia have many things to consider, from housing wish-lists to preferred locations to how to navigate an increasi...

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Real Estate Law

The legal risks of a home selling far below its market value

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 sel...

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