Once you have decided that you and your spouse no longer want to be married, it's important to separate responsibly. If kids are involved, it is even more critical to seek the services of a qualified lawyer that will advocate for what you want and protect your interests. Even if you and your spouse are amicable towards each other, when issues arise tension will build quickly: Assets are Divided Equally in a Canadian Divorce

If you've been charged with marijuana possession, it may have come as a shock to realize that Canadian courts can and do prosecute this crime. You've been under the impression that law enforcement officials generally look the other way when it comes to casual marijuana use, but now you're in trouble. It's important to have a skilled criminal defence lawyer on your side because a judge will not necessarily be lenient.

If someone convinces you to drive the getaway car in a robbery, do not do it. You may think that the only charge you will get if caught is aiding and abetting criminals, but you are wrong. In many cases, you can be charged with much more. Under Canadian law, you could even be charged with grand larceny yourself, even if you never touched a single dollar of the money that was stolen.

Do you love to watch movies on the internet? The final provision of the Copyright Infringement Act took effect on January 1, 2015, and it changes the game for anyone downloading or streaming unauthorized content while on the web. Here's what you need to know to protect yourself: 1) Your identity is still protected. When an internet service provider, or ISP, receives a notice from a copyright holder that someone is using the ISP to download protected content, the ISP is required to forward that notice to the customer in question.

Starting a business is tough work, but you can make it easier by taking your time and setting it up right from the start. Here are four things you need to do before your business can be a success. Write a Business Plan Before you can get a loan, set up bank accounts, hire staff members, or know what to look for when buying business realty, you need to devise a business plan.

It's hard enough to go through a divorce without having to worry about whether you picked the right divorce lawyer or not. Even if you are the one who wants the divorce, it can still take an emotional toll on you, making even daily tasks stressful. Choosing the right divorce lawyer at least ensures that you don't have to bear the stress of worrying about the legal details that divorce lawyers take care of.

Mold can cause serious health implications, ranging from difficulty breathing to liver damage. These types of problems can lead to high medical bills and make it difficult for you to remain gainfully employed. As soon as you notice mold growth in your rental unit, it's important to inform your landlord so he or she can remove the mold as soon as possible. It's important to understand that you may or may not be able to hold your landlord legally responsible for your health problems due to the mold growth.