Put It in Writing
All Out Contracting Ltd. v. Gourlay, 2020 BCSC 481, is another reminder that parties should agree to the terms of the construction contract in writing. ... Continued
Contract Performance Issues in the Context of COVID-19
Anna Sekunova and Brent Meckling, Co-Chairs of our Business Litigation Group, address difficult questions surrounding the performance of contracts that many companies are currently facing ... Continued
Economic Resources for Indigenous Communities, Businesses & Individuals
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, both the Federal and British Columbia Provincial governments have announced various economic relief initiatives meant to address financial impacts ... Continued
Two Thoughts on Zoom’s Copyright Clause
Zoom has attracted significant attention of late—both positive (allowing people to stay connected in distant times) and negative (concerns over platform security and the use ... Continued
COVID-19: Impact on Contractual Obligations
Canada is facing an unprecedented slowdown as a result of the novel coronavirus (Covid-19). Schools and businesses are shutting down, borders have closed, and global ... Continued
COVID-19: Effect of Suspension of Limitation Periods on Lien Claims
On March 31, 2020, we provided you with an article regarding Ministerial Order No. MO86, which suspended limitation periods and other mandatory time limits to ... Continued
Trudeau Announces Modified Eligibility Criteria for 75% Wage Subsidy for Employers
Note: The federal government has made further changes to the Canadian Emergency Wage Subsidy. You can find our latest coverage of the topic here. While ... Continued
Disagreements About Health Care Decisions
Our previous article “Health Care Decision-Making” described the rules that apply when a person is not able to make their own decisions. But what happens if ... Continued
Liability Protection for Indigenous Governments and Their Businesses Providing Essential Services
On April 2, B.C.’s Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor issued an order (the “Order”) under the Emergency Program Act which provides that a person ... Continued
Construction Contracts: Civic and Legal Obligations Arising from COVID-19
COVID-19 has had a profound impact on our daily lives. Construction firms are also grappling with how to proceed in light of the requirements for ... Continued
Provincial Order Limits Liability of Essential Service Providers – Liability & Coverage Considerations
On April 2, 2020, the Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General for British Columbia issued a Ministerial Order (the “Order”) under the Emergency Program ... Continued
Employer Liability for Essential Services
The Ministerial Order made on April 2, 2020 provides some clarity for employers carrying on essential businesses who have employees who are refusing to work ... Continued