In this issue - #96 February 28, 2007

The annual tradition of Pushor Mitchell teams participating in “Bowl for Kids Sake” on behalf of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Okanagan continues in 2007.  It’s that time of year, and our lawyers and staff are again working to raise much-needed dollars for this very worthy local cause.
 

There are some items contained in the recent Provincial budget relating to real property

It sometimes seems Wal-Mart can’t stay out of the news.

Corporate directors often do not realize they are liable for the acts and omissions of the corporation under a variety of laws, including the Income Tax Act.

Some employees take their employer’s rules just a little too seriously.

What action could you take that would most reliably improve the performance of your business?

In Sydney, it seems that some employees are willing to truly give of themselves in order to achieve their employer’s objectives.

In a recent edition of his weekly column, “Legal Ease”, which appears nationally in a variety of print and electronic media, Robert Smithson addressed a significant decision from B.C.’s Court of Appeal on the topic of whether departing professionals are able to copy their employer’s client information before leaving.

And, once again, it’s Wal-Mart news time!  In August 2004, a federal district court certified the largest class action in the history of the nation: a suit brought on behalf of 1.5 - 2.0 million women who have worked at Wal-Mart since 1998.  

The Government of British Columbia funds more than 150 Victim Service programs across the province.

Kelowna Residents to be Consulted on Possible Amalgamation 

The CBA launched the National Class Action Database, a repository for information and documents about new class actions across Canada.

The Department of Justice has posted an online summary of the law on enforcing support orders in Canada.

We would like to take this opportunity to provide you with important information about protecting your intellectual property rights.  This information is designed to assist you in evaluating your needs in that area.