by Broadsheet Creative | May 20, 2026 | Family Law, News
The Supreme Court of Canada has recognized a new tort of intimate partner violence in a landmark ruling that could reshape how survivors pursue justice in Canadian courts. In Ahluwalia v. Ahluwalia, 2026 SCC 16, the Court ruled 6–3 in favour of recognizing intimate...
by clarkwoods | Apr 8, 2026 | Family Law
How the updated Federal Child Support Guidelines affect base support calculations in British Columbia A BC child support calculator can be a helpful starting point for understanding how base child support amounts are determined under the Federal Child Support...
by Broadsheet Creative | Apr 8, 2026 | Family Law, News
Retroactive child support case highlights imputed income, property division, and financial disclosure failures A B.C. father was ordered to pay more than $165,000 in retroactive child support as part of a $378,000 award after a judge found he had misled the court...
by clarkwoods | Feb 2, 2026 | Family Law
How and When to Get a Protection Order in British Columbia If you are experiencing family violence, your immediate safety is the top priority. An emergency protection order (EPO) is meant to provide immediate protection from an abusive family member. When you know...
by clarkwoods | Jan 30, 2026 | Family Law
Who Gets the Dog? Divorce and Pets in British Columbia When a relationship ends, dividing assets and deciding on living arrangements can be emotionally challenging. But what happens when those assets aren’t just run-of-the-mill property? For many couples, the question...
by clarkwoods | Jan 28, 2026 | Family Law
Creating a Stable Parenting Plan After Divorce Divorce has the potential to uproot your life and that of your former partner. However, children often feel the brunt of divorce as well. Creating a stable, predictable environment is crucial for their well-being. A...
