Watson Goepel is thrilled to announce that six of our lawyers have been recognized in Best Lawyers in Canada™ 2026 and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch™ in 2026 for their remarkable success and excellence in their area of expertise.
The use of cell phones or other handheld electronic devices while driving has been banned in BC since 2010, but defining what constitutes “use”, especially with the advent of Bluetooth technology that allows for increased hands-free capabilities, has created a legal grey area that the courts have been left to clarify.
Celso Boscariol, K.C., a Partner in our Business Law Group, has been promoted to Officer, Order of the Star of Italy, a civilian honor (similar to the Order of Canada) that is awarded to Italians abroad for special merit in the promotion of friendly relations and cooperation between Italy and other countries such as Canada.
These questions and more were answered when business/technology lawyer Anand Athiviraham, and Partner in our Business Law Group, Cameron Funnell, presented at Vancouver Startup Week 2020.
Indigenous Law lawyer Anita Boscariol will present to the Band Members Alliance and Advocacy Association of Canada on Wednesday, January 27th at 3 PM PST on the topic of Band Council Fiduciary Duty: What is it and What Happens if it’s Breached?.
In September we reported on the introduction of Bill 21-2020, which included the proposal of a series of long-awaited amendments to B.C.’s Wills, Estates, and Succession Act that would allow a will to be witnessed electronically, by individuals in different physical locations.
Here are a few key tips to help keep the season bright for families. Please contact Laurence Klass of our Family Law Group for more information on co-parenting.
Canadian businesses, non-profit organizations, or charities who have seen a drop in revenue due to the COVID-19 pandemic may be eligible for a new subsidy to cover part of their commercial rent or property expenses. The new Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy (“CERS”) replaces the previous rent support program for businesses.
On Saturday, November 7th, B.C.’s top health officials announced broad new COVID-19 restrictions which aim to slow the recent surge in new cases across the lower mainland.
