Author: Pushor Mitchell LLP

New Property Transfer Tax Form

On September 17, 2018, a new version of the property transfer tax return came into effect.
Read More

Contractual Terms by Convention: When Parties Fail to Explicitly Set Contractual Terms

One of the frequent issues encountered in contractual litigation is parties failing to negotiate and set to writing the contractual obligations that exist between them.
Read More

Contracts of Purchase and Sale: Removing Subjects

Most people familiar with the purchase and sale of real property are familiar with subject to clauses, the full legal significance of such clauses can be a source of confusion.
Read More

Amendments to BC’s Residential Tenancy Act: What it Means for Property Owners Seeking Exemption from BC’s Proposed Speculation Tax

Do you own recreational property in Kelowna or West Kelowna? Thinking of renting it to avoid BC’s proposed speculation tax, but still want to enjoy it yourself for some parts of the year?
Read More

BC’s New Database for Beneficial Ownership of Real Estate

The 2018 Provincial Budget introduced the government’s 30-Point Plan for Housing Availability in British Columbia.
Read More

Proprietary Estoppel, Land Use and Oppression

The recent case of Dalpadado v North Bend Land Society.
Read More

What One Has Earned – Courts Impose Compensation Where Parties Fail to Solidify a Contract

Often times, parties will get to the edge of entering into contractual relations, but miss the steps required to form a contractual agreement.
Read More

Public Bidding, Exclusion Clauses and Public Policy Concerns: Contracting Out of Liability for a Flawed Bidding Process

As discussed in my previous article, Invitations to Tender: Why it is Important Both Bidders and Solicitors to Follow Proper Process, the solicitation of bids for public projects must follow a fair and transparent process.
Read More

Plastic Bag Bans

In recent years, several communities all over the world have sought to means by which to reduce the accumulation of plastic in our natural environment.
Read More

Fiduciary Duties to a Corporation: Will the Court Extend the Duty to Third Parties?

A fiduciary relationship is a relationship in which one party places distinct trust, confidence and dependence on another.
Read More

Children and the Standard of Care: Can you Sue Children for Negligence?

While the law often concerns itself with compensating children who are injured as a result of negligence, it sometimes also has to grapple with whether a child can be held responsible for the injuries or loss suffered by others.
Read More

When a Child is Hurt at School: Is it Just an Accident or is Someone Liable?

For better or for worse, injuries are a part of childhood and the process by which children learn to explore the world around them.
Read More

About Legal Alert

Pushor Mitchell’s “Legal Alert Blog” evolved from our long-running “Legal Alert” client newsletter. Here, we share news our clients need to know, such as changes to the law, major case decisions, industry trends, and other legal issues that affect people and organizations in B.C. Occasionally, we also share firm news and announcements, as well as stories about our involvement with community groups throughout the Okanagan.

If you enjoy our blog, please consider subscribing to our monthly Legal Alert newsletter, which includes monthly highlights from our blog and firm news.

301 – 1665 Ellis Street
Kelowna, BC, V1Y 2B3

Tel: 1.250.762.2108
1.800.558.1155
Fax: 1.250.762.9115

Facebook-square Linkedin Instagram

Copyright © 2023 Pushor Mitchell LLP.  All rights reserved.

800.558.1155
250.762.2108

Expertise

Our People

Firm

Resources

Contact

Make a Payment
Legal Alert, Pushor Mitchell’s free monthly e-newsletter
Subscribe Now