Employers may not think of domestic violence as a workplace issue. However, legislation across Canada creates obligations for employers in the workplace relating to domestic violence. Generally, employers are aware that in BC WorkSafe occupational health and safety legislation requires businesses to provide a safe a workspace as possible for their employees. In 2023 WorkSafe…

Who Requires WorkSafe BC Coverage Employers are usually familiar with the legal requirement to obtain WorkSafe BC coverage for their employees. However, businesses are actually required by law to ensure that all “workers” performing work or services for their business are insured by WorkSafe BC. Establishing what type of work requires WorkSafe coverage involves some analysis as “worker” is…

Watson Goepel LLP is pleased to welcome its newest partner, Cameron Funnell, to the firm’s Business Law group, effective January 1, 2024. Cameron’s distinctive approach to managing intricate transactions is shaped by his exceptional attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and commitment to fostering strong relationships with clients and colleagues. He has over a decade of…

The Richmond Hospital Foundation, a registered charity committed to building a better and healthier future for the community of Richmond, BC, has been a beacon of hope since its establishment in 1987. Through donor funding, the foundation has supported the purchase of the most urgently needed medical equipment and the latest technologies, fund capital infrastructure,…

We’re thrilled to introduce Elias Notopoulos as our new associate to our Business Law group. Elias has served as a trusted advisor to clients in a wide variety of industries. In addition to transactional mandates, Elias routinely advises clients on a broad range of business matters, including corporate governance, commercial agreements, and risk management. His…

We’re thrilled to introduce Liv Grewal as our new Associate Counsel. With expertise in Business, Commercial, and Corporate law, Liv is a valuable addition to our team. Liv has lived abroad for many years, including in the UK and USA where he earned his qualifications and gained valuable work experience before returning to build and…

This is the 3rd of a business startup series. See the first installment of this series: Incorporating your business: Record books and why using a lawyer makes sense and the second instalment: You’ve Just Incorporated Your Business – so now what? Please note, the following general information applies only to businesses located in the Province of British…

This article is part of a series of educational blog posts created by a team of Watson Goepel women lawyers in light of International Women’s Day 2023, to empower, celebrate, and encourage women in Canada.   This article addresses the questions that many women and many employers might be interested to know about the workplace laws surrounding abortion in…

This article is part of a series of educational blog posts created by a team of Watson Goepel women lawyers in light of International Women’s Day 2023, to empower, celebrate, and encourage women in Canada.   Defining Surrogacy A surrogate mother is a woman who carries a baby full term on behalf of someone else. In some cases, the…

This article is part of a series of educational blog posts created by a team of Watson Goepel women lawyers in light of International Women’s Day 2023, to empower, celebrate, and encourage women in Canada.   International Women’s Day is an important day for us women lawyers, as it celebrates the achievements and contributions of women to the world,…