How Are Rent Increases Permitted Under B.C.’s Updated Residential Tenancy Act?
Our aim is to help provide an understanding surrounding the rules addressing rent increases permitted under the Residential Tenancy Act (the “Act”). At the start…
Is there Compensation for Dismissal Without Cause in B.C.?
Employers are required to use their judgement, free of bad faith, when terminating employment relationship. Employees who feel they have experienced dismissal without cause may…
When is Dismissal for Cause Legal in B.C.?
The purpose of this is to help understand dismissal for cause, an action taken by the employer to end the employment relationship. In BC, an…
Five Updated Changes to BC’s Residential Tenancy Act
With respect to current changes to the Residential Tenancy Act (the “Act”), there have been five updates to the legislation, effective since May 17, 2018….
Spraggs Law: Here for You When Life Happens
For almost 50 years, our firm has served the people of the Tri-Cities and beyond. We are excited to announce that Spraggs & Co. is…
Tips for Planning a Safe Summer Driving Trip
According to some insurance providers, the month of August is the most dangerous month for driving, followed by July. One reason is because, once school…
The New B.C. Minor Injury Regime: A Tale of Two Victims…
A number of issues and concerns about the NDP government’s changes to ICBC have been discussed in the media, among lawyers and in the community…
Will Granville Bridge Bike Lanes Improve Traffic Flow?
The City of Vancouver is proposing changes to the Granville Bridge, which could see the number of car lanes on the span slashed in half….
ICBC Reports More Red Ink, Drivers Will Likely Pay More
B.C. Drivers Face Yet More Rate Increases In late November the B.C. government announced that ICBC, the provincial auto insurer, is expecting “bigger than expected…
Keeping Kids Safe When Going Back to School: Tips From a Car Accident Lawyer
While dark and rainy December is considered one of the most dangerous months of the year to drive, any car accident lawyer will tell you…
How Bike Lanes Could Reduce Congestion in Vancouver
There are nearly 311 kilometers of bike lanes and cycling routes in Vancouver alone, with more on the way. For cycling enthusiasts and New Urbanists,…
An Interview With Vancouver Personal Injury Lawyer Thomas Spraggs
A former competitive swimmer and native of Port Moody, Vancouver personal injury lawyer Thomas Spraggs first studied law in Australia while pursuing his sport year-round. …
