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Author: Leena Yousefi

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November 30, 2025

Assessing a Severance Offer in Vancouver

When reviewing a severance offer in Vancouver, the first step is to examine the employment contract carefully. Employment…

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November 18, 2025

How to Prepare for a Severance Negotiation in Vancouver

Most employment terminations are without cause, so understanding the basics of a severance negotiation in Vancouver is crucial…

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July 7, 2025

Independent Contractor vs Employee: Misclassifying Can Cost Fortunes

Under our BC employment laws, employees and contractors are treated differently. Misclassifying them can cost an employer fortunes…

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June 24, 2025

Caution! Probation Dismissals May Trigger Severance and Pay

Many employers in BC think probation is a period under which they can easily dismiss employees without having…

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June 23, 2025

3 Common Termination Mistakes Every Employer Should Avoid | Employment Law

Our employment lawyers know that having to terminate employees can be incredibly stressful and sad. Decisions like these…

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June 13, 2025

Legal Changes to the “Sick Note” Requirements | Employment Law for Employers and Employees

Remember those days you’d go the the doctor and ask for a sick note when missing school or…

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May 9, 2025

Collaborative Law in BC: A Peaceful Alternative to Divorce Litigation

Navigating the complexities of family law in British Columbia can feel overwhelming, especially during the emotional challenges of…

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April 23, 2025

How to Value Excluded Property – 2025 Update | BC Family Law | YLaw

The excluded property regime in BC took effect in 2013 so it is nothing new. But how to…

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April 22, 2025

2025 Update on Unequal Property Division and Excluded Assets – BC Family Law | YLaw

The default law in BC regarding property division seems simple but how it is applied is not. By…