What is ‘Reasonable Notice’ Under B.C. Employment Law?
The rights and duties of employers and employees arise both at common law and under statute. While it is advisable to provide notice for the…
What’s New About #Me-Too?
There has been a noticeable and very important change regarding society’s perception on sexual assault and harassment. For many, the natural inclination towards sexual assault…
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…
Victoria Women Challenge Impaired Driving Laws
Each month Spraggs Law publishes Personal Injury News, a curated selection of articles about personal injury and other issues related to motor vehicle collisions. This…
B.C. Drivers Could Be Paying Up to 60% More for Auto Insurance
Each month Spraggs Law publishes Personal Injury News, a curated selection of articles about personal injury and other issues related to motor vehicle collisions. This…
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…
B.C. Drivers to Pay an Extra $1.74 Billion in ICBC Premiums by 2022
Each month Spraggs Law publishes Personal Injury News, a curated selection of articles about personal injury and other issues related to motor vehicle collisions. This…
