Posted by heritagelaw on Nov 3, 2020 in
Blog, Employment Law
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused massive waves of unrest in the world of employment, leaving employees to worry if their jobs are at risk. With businesses closing their doors or sending workers home to reduce the spread, government mandates ensure employees are protected from termination. This doesn’t mean employees can toss aside responsibilities without fear…Read More Here!
Posted by heritagelaw on Oct 13, 2020 in
Blog, Employment Law
The COVID-19 pandemic has drastically shifted the dynamic of workplaces across the globe. A vast number of employees have found themselves packing up the office and working from home. While this is great news in terms of employment continuance in the face of many workplace shutdowns, it creates an interesting change in the way work…Read More Here!
Posted by heritagelaw on Sep 3, 2020 in
Blog, Wills & Estate
Are you preparing to have your will created? Your will is an important document that ensures your property is handled according to your wishes after you pass away. It protects your family and loved ones as well as your assets. Because it is such an important document, it’s important to have your will created thoroughly…Read More Here!
Posted by heritagelaw on Aug 3, 2020 in
Blog, Real Estate Law
While the offices here at Heritage Law are currently open during regular business hours, we have had to make many changes to the way we operate to ensure the health and safety of our staff and valuable clients. In fact, many industries have had to make significant changes as well. What hasn’t changed is our…Read More Here!
Posted by heritagelaw on Jul 3, 2020 in
Blog, Wills & Estate
We’re all familiar with the process of grieving the passing of a friend, family member or loved one – we dress in black, attend a funeral and celebrate the life they had. When you are an executor or designated representative, however, the process of working through someone’s death becomes more complicated. Suddenly, you find yourself…Read More Here!
Posted by heritagelaw on Jun 3, 2020 in
Blog, Real Estate Law
Lease agreements are a common legal document that is signed between a landlord and tenant, whether in a residential or business rental capacity. Like any contract, a lease agreement can be intimidating and confusing. However, these agreements are not designed to be contractual traps. They should be straightforward and concise when detailing the particulars of…Read More Here!
Posted by heritagelaw on May 3, 2020 in
Blog, Wills & Estate
A personal directive is a legal document used to name someone to make personal decisions for you if you’re incapable due to illness or injury. In the province of Alberta, personal directives are used instead of living wills to ensure that personal decisions can be made for you if you suffer a serious injury or…Read More Here!
Posted by heritagelaw on Apr 3, 2020 in
Blog, Wills & Estate
Have you ever thought about creating a power of attorney? A power of attorney is a document in which one person appoints someone else to act on his or her behalf. This individual is known as the “donor” while the appointed person is known as the “attorney”. Many individuals choose to create a power of…Read More Here!
Posted by heritagelaw on Mar 3, 2020 in
Blog, Wills & Estate
Keeping your will up-to-date is crucial in order for the process of dividing your estate to go smoothly following your death. Things change over the years and so too can your decisions regarding who is to receive benefits from your will. The decision to remove a beneficiary from a will is usually not an easy…Read More Here!
Posted by heritagelaw on Feb 3, 2020 in
Blog, Family Law
Did you know that 4 out of 10 first time marriages in Canada end in divorce? No matter the reason for ending a marriage, most couples seek to do so in a way that is easy and stress free. As long as you and your spouse can be respectful of each other, it is possible…Read More Here!