by Michael Butterfield on November 6th, 2014
Former Maple Ridge Councilor Franz Prokop, lost his Supreme Court legal claim over a winning 6/49 ticket Tuesday October 4, 2014. Mr. Prokop claimed ownership of the ticket, purchased in August 15, 2007, and alleged that his stepson Peter Dushop (then aged 23) had stolen the ticket from his desk….
by Michael Butterfield on November 4th, 2014
Collaborative Law made simple The Collaborative Family Law Group or CFL, was formed 15 years ago in Victoria B.C. The CFL members are the only certified provider of Collaborative Law services in Victoria. It was created by a group of independent lawyers, counselors and financial specialists to take the conflict out…
by Michael Butterfield on November 2nd, 2014
Court Procedures Made Simple Both Provincial and Supreme Courts require the filing of a Financial Statement in Family Law matters. These statements are important tools, and are often what the court will depend on to make decisions regarding property division, as well as child and spousal support. If you are…
by Michael Butterfield on October 29th, 2014
Mayor Dean Fortin, the City of Victoria, and the companies hired to design and construct the new Johnson Street bridge are heading to “Expedited” Mediation to resolve disputes over change orders and potential cost over runs. City of Victoria Spokesperson, Katie Hamilton, stated “Change order requests are not unusual in…
by Michael Butterfield on October 28th, 2014
Bachman-Turner Overdrive guitarist Randy Bachman and his estranged wife have been sent back to the negotiating table- highlighting the pitfalls of partial settlement in divorce cases. In his October 24, 2014 ruling, B.C. Supreme Court Chief Justice Hickson stated, “ It is not for the Court to fill in essential…