Police body cameras reduce Violence

As President Obama urges investment in Police body cameras, new research shows that their use decreases conflict. Being aware that you are being filmed improves both the behaviour of police and the public, according to a Cambridge Criminology Professor. Dr. Barak Ariel conducted a 12-month study with 988 police officers in…

Collaborative Law Agreement Protects Children

The collaborative law approach can help families heal and remain supportive, especially of their children. A Vancouver couple received high praise for their co-parenting relationship from BC Supreme Court Justice Schultes on November 12, 2014. Their parenting agreement was reached during the Collaborative Law process. This occurred despite their 2-3…

6 Effective Strategies for Communicating With Your Ex

COMMUNICATION TIPS FOR SEPARATION & DIVORCE Talking with an ex-partner can often be difficult, particularly when you are in the middle of negotiating a separation agreement or divorce settlement. Even if you are in an assisted family law process, such as Collaborative Law or Mediation, talking with your ex-partner can…

28 Year Old Arrested For Mother’s Murder

A 28-year old man has been charged in the death of a woman believed to be his mother, after an 8-hour standoff in an upscale Vancouver neighbourhood on Sunday November 9, 2014.  Brian Whitlock was charged with second-degree murder, following the homicide at Balaclava Street and West 23rd Avenue. If…