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Early legal advice can make a meaningful difference following an Alzheimer’s diagnosis. An estate lawyer can help assess capacity, review existing documents, and implement appropriate planning strategies while options remain
A recent B.C. Supreme Court decision highlights the legal grey area between independent contractors and employees. In Ursic v. Country Lumber Ltd., the Court clarified how dependent contractors are assessed
The Builders Lien Act sets out the rights and obligations of construction industry participants in B.C., from contractors and subcontractors to property owners and lenders. Understanding the Act is essential
This case from the BC Supreme Court is an important reminder for employers that they are not absolved from conducting a fair and honest suitability assessment even when an employee
Executor’s fees are considered to be expenses of an estate, and are generally paid from the estate. However, in some circumstances, you may not want to claim a fee.
The BC PNP program is designed to allow the province to identify individuals who will meet B.C.’s needs with respect to labour and economic development.
Should I put my Will in my safety deposit box? That is a frequently asked question by many clients of mine.
The Construction Prompt Payment Act is not yet in force but will soon represent a significant step toward implementing long-anticipated prompt payment legislation in British Columbia.
Injured due to an accident while travelling on or while getting off or on an international flight? The Montreal Convention likely applies to your claim.
The TSX Venture Exchange introduced key amendments to Policy 5.4 to simplify the listing process, with updates to capital structure requirements, escrow provisions, and resale restrictions.
The B.C. Court of Appeal confirmed that a termination clause referencing the Canada Labour Code can displace the common law presumption of reasonable notice.
A new CIPO practice note requires parties before the TMOB to declare any AI-generated content in their submissions.
Recent Firm News
Pushor Mitchell is thrilled to host the September Downtown Kelowna After 5 event at our office (301-1665 Ellis Street) on September 17.
Pushor Mitchell lawyers successfully defended the firm's client against all five grounds of appeal advanced by the Appellant.
On June 6th, Pushor Mitchell partner Brad Cronquist spoke at the Real Estate Development 2025 seminar, hosted by CLEBC.
Pushor Mitchell is honoured to be the title sponsor of this year’s Thompson Okanagan Business Excellence Awards.
Pushor Mitchell is hosting the upcoming Kelowna Chamber Commerce ConneX event, an evening of premier networking, connection, and community.
Pushor Mitchell is proud to sponsor and welcome Building Black Civilizations: Journey of 2,000 Ships by Ekow Nimako to the Kelowna Art Gallery.
Our team was happy to join the annual Vaisakhi parade in Rutland at the Sikh temple this past weekend.
Administrative Appreciation Day is an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the incredible people who keep our firm moving forward—our Administration Team
We are thrilled to announce that Pushor Mitchell Partner Eric Ledding has been recognized in this year’s Top 40 Over 40 cohort of honourees.
This past month, the Enactus Okanagan College team blazed a trail of success at the Western Canada Enactus Regionals showcase in Edmonton.
After a two-week period of electronic voting, the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce has announced it’s 2025-2026 Board of Directors, including Pushor Mitchell LLP's Patrick Bobyn as Vice-President Elect.
As new gym memberships get their first scans and optimistic new year budgets are drafted, it is important to take a moment to not only prepare for the challenges of the year to come but to reflect on the accomplishments of the year past.