by artrageous | Dec 17, 2009 | Family & Divorce
Collaborative Family Law – The ‘Pros’ I hinted at some of these in the first installment of this article. Since no two divorces are the same, the ‘pros’ of the collaborative family law approach do not always apply equally, but a good short list is as follows: Reduced...
by artrageous | Nov 18, 2009 | Wills & Estates
Another form of Estate Planning is called “Succession Planning.” This is simply arranging one’s affairs so that when you pass away, your assets can transfer seamlessly to their intended beneficiary without having to go through the Probate process. This is becoming...
by artrageous | Oct 21, 2009 | Family & Divorce
Relationship Property I am often asked by my clients what they are entitled to when their relationships break down and the time comes to distribute the property that was acquired during the course of those relationships. The answer to this question depends on a...
by artrageous | Sep 15, 2009 | Personal Injury
In 2004, Alberta engaged in some aggressive insurance reforms with an aim to, among other things, reduce insurance premiums by limiting claim payouts. This resulted in the introduction of a “cap” on soft-tissue injuries in Alberta. Injuries falling within the purview...
by artrageous | Sep 15, 2009 | Wills & Estates
The term “Estate Planning” is a very broad and all-encompassing term that can mean just about anything these days. At its most basic, Estate Planning in most people’s eyes usually means preparing a Will, but that is just the tip of the iceberg. Much talk has been...
