Couples never forget the moment they got engaged. It’s a magical time where lifelong dreams are fulfilled, alongside the exchange of an expensive ring. 99 times out of 100, there’s no issue. Plans are made for the wedding and the happy couple settles in for married life. Unfortunately, there are rare instances where the engagement goes sideways and can even become a legal issue. With rings costing so much nowadays, who gets to keep the ring if the engagement fails?

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As experts in family law, sometimes our team at Westside is asked how the process works for getting a restraining order in British Columbia. There are two main ways to achieve this objective during a family law dispute: Protection Orders and Peace Bonds. This week, we'll discuss both.

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Whether it’s a dog or a cat, our pets are a valuable part of the family. During divorce proceedings, the question of “who gets the pets?” isn’t something that immediately comes to mind. However, when emotions are running high it can prove one of the biggest sticking points to reaching an agreement – especially if the couple bought (or adopted) the pet together.

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Nowadays, the definition of what constitutes a family becomes broader. With this change comes increasingly diverse questions. One question we see frequently surrounds the issue of step-parents and child support. Do step-parents pay child support in BC? In this blog, we’ll provide the answers.

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