Ransomware is a type of virus which usually arrives via email attachment. It infects a user’s computer and changes all files into unreadable coded form, and keeps them in coded form and will only release a “key” to change them back to a readable format when a requested ransom is paid. The user will receive… Continue reading Ransomware and the Lawyer
Year: 2017
Revenge Porn – An Update
With the universality and affordability of camera/video phones, more and more couples are taking photos and videos of each other, and themselves, in sexually explicit scenarios. While the individuals in the relationship may consent to the making of these videos and photos at the time, and for their own use, it is becoming more common… Continue reading Revenge Porn – An Update
Self Help with Mobility Applications
In Csorba v. Csorba a recent case out of the Alberta Court of Appeal, the Court found itself considering the actions of a parent who had unilaterally relocated with a child from Calgary to Saskatoon. The parties had been married since 2009 and had a seven year old child together. On January1, 2017, the mother,… Continue reading Self Help with Mobility Applications
Child Youth & Family Enhancement Act – Confronting Ex Parte Apprehensions
It is an unfortunate reality that in our society there are times when it becomes necessary for government agencies to intervene with families and, for their protection, remove children from the custody of their parents. In Alberta, such intervention is governed by through the Child Youth & Family Enhancement Act (the “CYFEA”). Under section 19… Continue reading Child Youth & Family Enhancement Act – Confronting Ex Parte Apprehensions
Recent Cases – Skoronski v. Hagel, [2017] A.J. No. 635
This case relates to the challenges of receiving disclosure from an opposing party. In Skoronskiv v. Hagel, 2017 ABPC 153, D. Mah Prov J orders 50% of the costs assessed to be paid by the lawyer personally, and 50% by the husband, for stonewalling regarding financial disclosure. If you need legal advice or representation with any… Continue reading Recent Cases – Skoronski v. Hagel, [2017] A.J. No. 635
Mincher Koeman Family Law Chambers
Lynsey Mincher and Andrew Koeman are pleased to announce Mincher Koeman Family Law Chambers. Lynsey and Andrew became Partners on April 1, 2017 creating this exciting new firm. Committed to reducing the conflict and cost of family law matters, Lynsey and Andrew use their skills to assist family law clients in the areas of Child… Continue reading Mincher Koeman Family Law Chambers