November 5, 2026
Why Hiding Information During a Separation Can Come Back to Haunt You When separating spouses negotiate a property settlement, there is often a temptation to focus solely on getting a deal done. But as a recent British Columbia Supreme Court decision demonstrates, withholding important information can have serious consequences, even after an agreement has…
November 12, 2024
You might have heard of “prenups” thanks to American legal dramas, but here in Canada, they are more commonly referred to as a cohabitation or marriage agreement, they are one in the same. If you are reading this you may be moving in with someone, about to tie the knot or already living with a…
March 10, 2021
The one thing worse than a break-up is one where you discover, much to your surprise, that your partner is able to advance claims against you when you had assumed the contrary. Many people are aware of the fact that unmarried spouses have a right to claim spousal support and child support, usually because they’ve…