Each year, many British Columbians are injured by dog bites. They are often unexpected and in familiar neighbourhoods or parks. As lawyers serving clients across British Columbia, we regularly receive questions like: “Who’s responsible if a dog bites someone?” “Do I have to report a dog bite in BC?” “Can I sue for a dog [...]
In our work as family lawyers across British Columbia, we support people at every stage of their relationships, from moving in together to building a life as partners to navigating the difficult process of separation. One of the most effective ways to avoid future disputes is through the use of family law agreements. These agreements [...]
When someone is living with chronic pain after an injury, the effects often reach far beyond the physical symptoms. Daily routines, employment, and even relationships can be disrupted. Unlike a broken bone that shows up clearly on an X-ray, chronic pain is often invisible and difficult to prove in a legal claim. At ALG Lawyers, [...]
Pursuing compensation after an injury can be complex, particularly when the harm arises from a procedure that was expected to be safe, such as a cosmetic treatment. At ALG Lawyers, we have built a reputation across British Columbia for handling personal injury claims where the cause of harm is not always obvious at first glance. [...]
Whether you’re dealing with parenting issues, support, or property division, navigating family court in BC can feel overwhelming—especially when you’re already managing the emotional weight of a separation or family conflict. As family lawyers, we often meet clients who are unsure where to start or what to expect when turning to the court system for [...]
When parents separate, one of the most important—and often emotional—considerations is how to care for their children moving forward. As family lawyers in BC, we regularly assist separated parents in understanding how parenting arrangements are structured under the law. Two terms often cause confusion: parenting time and decision-making responsibility. Knowing the difference—and how courts apply [...]
Child support is one of the most common and most misunderstood areas of family law in British Columbia. Whether you are newly separated, revisiting an old agreement, or trying to navigate support for shared parenting arrangements, understanding your obligations is essential. As a family lawyer practising in BC, I often guide clients through the process [...]
As a lawyer working with families across British Columbia, I often help clients navigate the sensitive balance between reducing probate fees and maintaining a clear, manageable estate plan. Understandably, many people are surprised to learn that BC imposes probate fees (technically called probate taxes) based on the value of the estate. While the fees aren't [...]
Navigating the end of a relationship is never easy—especially when children or financial dependency are involved. One of the most common concerns for separating spouses in British Columbia is understanding who owes what when it comes to spousal and child support. As a law firm specializing in BC family law, we often work with clients [...]
When someone passes away, their loved ones are often left to navigate not only grief but also the practical and legal steps required to settle the deceased’s affairs. One of the most common questions people in British Columbia face during this time is: “Do I need a lawyer for probate?” While it’s not always legally [...]
