by Michael Butterfield on November 28th, 2014
Many people have misconceptions about hiring a lawyer. They think hiring a lawyer will cost them more than they can afford. They may feel intimidated by the legal process, and uncertain about how to proceed. Their fear limits their ability to be good consumers. Many people spend more time at the…
by Michael Butterfield on November 27th, 2014
Ezra Levant, Canadian radio broadcaster, author, and blogger, has been ordered to pay Khurrum Awan $80,000 for libel. He was found to make libelous statements about Mr. Awan on his controversial blog site. Ezra Levant, Canadian radio broadcaster, author, and blogger, has been ordered to pay Khurrum Awan $80,000 for…
by Michael Butterfield on November 24th, 2014
A Supreme Court Judgment released November 20, 2014 pinpoints the dangers in “going it alone” (being self represented) when it comes to a parent relocating with the children. The Honourable Justice Betton allowed the mother, known as D.G.T. (Ms. T.), to keep her two children in Arizona despite the father’s…
by Michael Butterfield on November 17th, 2014
Living Together 101: The legal basics – Right & Obligations Living together can be a wonderful experience, but if things do not work out, the dream can become a nightmare. Over the last 20 years, many more couples are deciding to live together rather than marry. When the relationship lasts…
by Michael Butterfield on November 17th, 2014
What is a Cohabitation Agreement? A Cohabitation Agreement is a written legal document. It reflects the agreement between two people living together in a romantic relationship for two years. This period may be shorter, if the couple have a child together. What is a common law spouse? The Cohabitation Agreement…