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Some BIG NEWS Regarding the Property Transfer Tax! Please be advised that there is a Property Transfer Tax charged in B.C. for all transfers of property. The Property Transfer Tax on your purchase will be based on the contract purchase price and any additional upgrades charged in the Contract on top of the original purchase … Continued
The Canadian Cancer Society is holding their annual Coquitlam Relay for Life on Saturday June 4, 2016 at Percy Perry Stadium. The “DBM Defeaters” will be once again be supporting this great cause by entering several teams to raise funds to help find the cure. We encourage all our friends to join us in this … Continued
In 2016, DBM celebrates their 40th anniversary of practicing law in the Tri-Cities! We are very proud of our long history in the area, and would like to take this opportunity to say “Thank You” to our many clients and friends who have supported us throughout these years.
In Vahman v Cutt et al., 2015 BCSC 298, Mr. Vahman was travelling west on 23rd Avenue in North Vancouver intending to turn left into the parking lot of Kentucky Fried Chicken. He was stopped in a designated left turn lane waiting to turn into the parking lot. Meanwhile, Mr. Smith was travelling eastbound in … Continued
While out on the road, it’s not uncommon to spot a gap in traffic, decide to take a chance, and turn through that gap. This is particularly true when attempting to turn into a parking lot during rush hour. However, the recent case Vahman v. Cutt et al. is an important reminder that when it comes to … Continued
You can probably recall a time where you were waiting to turn left, across oncoming traffic, to either enter a parking lot or another street. Sometimes, your view is obstructed and another motorist “waves” or “gestures” for you to go ahead. The Courts have been clear that reliance on another motorist’s “wave” or “gesture” will … Continued
If you are handling your own ICBC injury claim you may be in the position where ICBC has made you a settlement offer. The question is should you accept? In many cases, the short answer is probably “No”. The slightly longer answer is probably “No, and you should always get legal advice from an experienced … Continued
A driver who causes an accident in BC is responsible to compensate other parties involved for their injuries, losses and expenses (such as medical costs and loss of wages) as a result. But what happens if the other driver does not have any or enough insurance coverage to pay for all the injuries, losses and … Continued
In the BC Provincial Budget of February 18, 2014, the amounts for the First Time Home Buyers exemption have been increased as of February 19. For more details, click here: http://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/topic.page?id=BBD16E2D7C1841A7BBD420E3AC5380F1