Construction Agreements Need Modernizing Too

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Changes in technology, construction practices and building codes are the primary focus of modernization within the construction industry. However, companies should also take the time to periodically review their construction agreements to ensure the agreements: (a) are up to date on changes in the law; (b) reflect how the company expects a job to proceed;…


I’ve Agreed to Act as an Executor. What do I Need to Know?

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An executor is the person named in a Will to carry out the directions contained in the Will. The executor is responsible for settling the person’s affairs after death and is accountable to the beneficiaries and those entitled to benefit from an estate. If you are asked by a will maker to act as an…


Legal Guidance for Startups and Small Business Owners

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With a full-service Solicitor team in place, Pihl Law Corporation is well equipped to assist startups and small business owners with their legal needs. Before your business is off and running, take the time to consult with your advisors to ensure you have the right corporate structure. Often, spending time and money on an initial…


What is Human Capital Really Worth?

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If you are injured in a motor vehicle accident as the result of or another’s wrongdoing (usually the operator of the vehicle in which you are a passenger, or the operator of another vehicle) one of the claims you could be entitled to make is compensation for loss of income. Depending on the severity of…


E-Commerce: Selling Online and Protecting Your Process

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In August 2015, Air Canada advertised 10-pack flight passes for $800.  Many consumers thought it looked like a great deal (the passes normally retailed for $8000) and jumped onboard, purchasing the passes. However, the airline later cancelled the orders indicating that a pricing glitch had inadvertently occurred. Earlier in 2015, a mom purchased a play…


Estate Planning For The Child

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When your child is under the age of majority, you — as the parent or legal guardian of your child — get to make various decisions on their behalf and plan for your child’s future. However, this changes when your child becomes an adult. The age at which a child passes into adulthood varies from…


Legacy Planning: A New Year’s Resolution You Can Keep

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It’s that time of year to set new goals and to strive for positive change to build the life you want today and in the future. Many of us make resolutions to eat healthier, quit smoking, or to get organized. In addition to tackling these ambitious goals, it’s a great time of year to contemplate…


Helping Those Living with Loss

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Practical advice on how to really help those living with loss. As an Estate lawyer, I assist individuals and families experiencing grief every day, but it wasn’t until this summer, when I lost my own mother, that I experienced grief deeply and personally, which afforded me a new perspective on grief.  Shortly after my loss,…


Why You Need an Associate Agreement

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In the dental community, Associate Agreements can be a polarizing topic. Most dentists know someone who has been negatively impacted by an ineffective- or non-existent Associate Agreement. Whether it’s a new grad limited by aggressive restrictions or a practice owner stuck in a relationship that is no longer working, it is understandable that associates and…