Legal Blog from Kamloops Lawyers at Cates Ford Soll & Epp LLP

Originally published at AdvocateDaily.com

Kamloops personal injury lawyer Matt Ford will leave no stone unturned in the search for better results for his clients.

(previously published at AdvocateDaily.com)

In the second instalment of a two-part series, Kamloops personal injury lawyer Matthew Ford discusses the steps to take when filing a negligence claim against a city or municipality.

(originally posted at AdvocateDaily.com)

In the first instalment of a two-part series, Kamloops personal injury lawyer Matthew Ford discusses how filing a negligence claim against a city or municipality can differ from taking action against a private citizen.

(originally posted at AdvocateDaily.com)

The host of a party is not expected to police their guests when it comes to drinking or smoking marijuana, but they still have an obligation to keep them safe, Kamloops personal injury lawyer Matthew Ford tells AdvocateDaily.com.

**UPDATED MAY 19, 2020 - Ministerial Orders under the Emergency Program Act now provide that wills may be witnessed while the will-maker and witnesses are in each-others "electronic presence". This is discussed further below) **

(originally posted April 16, 2020)

In the last month or so, our firm has noticed a sudden uptick in the number of people inquiring about making a will. Being optimists, we hope this is merely a matter of folks finally having the time to think about estate planning as they are stuck at home. At the same time though, this is also a particularly difficult time to make a will, as most law offices, including ours, have instituted social distancing measures reducing meetings with clients. Worse yet, some of the people most in need of making a will are also the people who should be avoiding outside contact at all costs.

While it has been easy for us to handle estate planning consultations and to take wills instructions via telephone and videoconferencing appointments, the bigger challenge has come with ensuring the proper execution of wills.

(originally posted April 2019 at AdvocateDaily.com)

Recent changes in British Columbia’s auto insurance industry makes it “more important than ever to get legal advice immediately after an accident,” says Kamloops personal injury lawyer Matthew Ford.

Click below to see the April 25, 2020, Castanet Kamloops article featuring our very own Simon Walter

(originally posted at AdvocateDaily.com)

A recent ruling that found the City of Calgary liable because it failed in its duty to protect a young man from an assault at an LRT station is a “wake-up call” to all provincial municipalities and transit agencies, says Kamloops personal injury lawyer Matt Ford.

(Originally published at AdvocateDaily.com, March 2019)

New rules limiting the use of experts in litigation related to motor vehicle accidents will unfairly prejudice injured plaintiffs, Kamloops personal injury lawyer Matthew Ford tells AdvocateDaily.com.

(originally posted at AdvocateDaily.com)

Defamation claims offer a possible route to reduce the stigma attached to those falsely accused of sexual misconduct, Kamloops litigation lawyer Matthew Ford tells AdvocateDaily.com.

(Originally published at AdvocateDaily.com)

A recent ruling highlights the value of B.C.’s Wills, Estates and Succession Law Act (WESA), Kamloops trusts and estates lawyer Matthew Ford tells AdvocateDaily.com.

Divorce is the formal termination of a marriage, and is distinct from separation. In order to separate, one spouse must simply advise the other that he or she wants to permanently end the relationship. A divorce in Kamloops requires a formal order from the Supreme Court of British Columbia. If you want to permanently end a marriage, it is important to obtain a divorce. Until you obtain a divorce, you cannot remarry, and your former spouse will have the right to file court applications against your property and your estate. Many legal rights in family law do not begin to expire until after a divorce is granted.

Family law in British Columbia has not only gone through some changes over the past few years, but it also differs in important ways from family law in other parts of Canada. These changes and differences, as well as persistent public myths surrounding family law, have led to some widely believed misconceptions about the topic.

(Originally posted 31/10/2016)

When you have been arrested by the police or charged with a crime, it is crucial that you are aware of your rights and of the invaluable assistance that a Kamloops criminal lawyer can provide during this time. At Cates Ford Soll & Epp LLP, we believe that it is important for all Kamloops residents to know what actions are in their best interest when dealing with the criminal justice system.

(Originally posted 22/11/2016)

Domestic violence is NEVER right. Domestic violence includes any form of violence within a relationship (marriage, common law or dating) - sexual, emotional, verbal, financial, and psychological including threats and the use of a weapon of control and intimidation by a spouse, partner, boyfriend/girlfriend, or ex-spouse. Domestic violence can happen even after a relationship is over.

(Originally posted 09/03/2018)

Choosing a lawyer for your case can be a difficult task if you don’t know what to look for. There are many different types of practices, varying in size, area of specialty, and experience explained here below. If you have the time, it’s ideal to examine the benefits and drawbacks of each of these features by meeting with more than one lawyer before choosing who will represent you. If you feel uncertain about a law firm, you should meet with another lawyer to compare before signing a retainer. Having the right starting point can make a significant difference in the outcome of your case.