Coping With Legal Issues

Divorce And Marital Debt: 3 Terms To Include In Indemnity Clause

13 September 2016

When getting a divorce, you'll need to divvy up marital assets and marital debts with your former spouse. This means that you can be responsible for your former spouse's poor spending habits while you two were still together. Don't overlook the burden of marital debt, as most Americans are under a lot of debt. This is mainly due to the ever increasing cost of living. While the average household income has increased by 26% in the past 12 years, the cost of living has risen by 29%.

How To Turn An Idea Into An Empire

6 July 2016

Have you always considered yourself an inventor, or an ideas person? Do you lose sleep because your brain keeps coming up with awesome new product ideas or ways to make money? If so, your next step is to learn how to take your ideas and turn them into reality. 1. Focus on Just One For you, ideas are a dime a dozen. So for you, the hardest challenge in the beginning is to pick just one idea and forget the rest, at least for now.

5 Things All Families Should Be Doing With Their Money

17 February 2016

Financially, taking care of your family's needs can feel like a juggling act at times. According to a 2015 Bank of Montreal study, nearly a quarter of all Canadians live paycheque to paycheque. This can be stressful and financially risky, but there are some things that can be done to help keep your finances under control. Here are five things all families should be doing with their money to keep from getting into financial trouble.

Arrested for Retail Theft in Canada? What You Should Know About Facing Theft Charges

29 September 2015

In Canada, stealing from a retail establishment is treated as seriously as any other form of theft. If you have been charged with theft in Canada, your charges will be treated as either an indictable offense or a summary offense. Indictable offenses, or high-value theft charges, carry more severe penalties than low-value summary offense charges. If you're facing a court date for theft from a retail establishment, it's important to understand the basics of theft laws.

What You Need To Know About Sponsoring A Family Member For A Canadian Visa

19 June 2015

If you are considering your options concerning sponsoring a non-resident relative for permanent or temporary relocation to Canada, you'll be happy to hear that Canadian immigration law provides several types of opportunities for citizens of other countries to live, work and visit relatives in Canada. However, a significant amount of bureaucratic red tape exists in all immigration matters. Following are the basics of sponsoring a family member for a temporary or permanent visa.

3 Things To Know Before Using Mediation For Your Divorce

17 June 2015

If you and your spouse are calling it quits and are ready to file for a divorce, you may want to know what your options are. There are traditional divorces that require two attorneys, but there is another option called mediation. Mediation involves the help of a neutral third party, who is hired to help you make all the necessary decisions pertaining to the divorce. Before using this method, here are three things you should know about mediation.

Getting A Divorce In Canada: No Fault Divorces With A One Year Separation

12 June 2015

There may not necessarily be a specific reason for wanting a divorce. Nobody may be at fault, but the relationship has simply fallen apart and there is no hope for reconciliation. Approximately 40% of all marriages in Canada end in divorce according to Statistics Canada. If nobody is at fault, you and your spouse will apply for a no-fault divorce, and need to be separated for at least one year before the divorce is granted.

Solve Problems With Your Employees Through Litigation Services

9 June 2015

Running a business is no easy task, especially when you face conflicts. Conflicts in business can arise for many reasons, and while you may be able to solve some of these problems, there may be others that require help from a litigation lawyer. If you are currently struggling with disgruntled employees, hiring a business litigation lawyer could be the best solution for solving these problems. Types of Employee Issues Employees can become disgruntled for a number of reasons.