The coronavirus pandemic continues to pose challenges across the country. Aside from health considerations, which are at the forefront of everyone’s minds, one of the primary sources of anxiety for many people in Canada is finances. Since the start of the spread of COVID-19 in our country, thousands of employees have been laid off and… Continue reading Child Support Obligations & COVID-19 Pt. 1
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Matrimonial Property in the Time of COVID-19
As a general principle, the justice system emphasizes the timely resolution of legal matters; in fact, such is a foundational principle of the Alberta Rules of Court. Under these Rules, litigants and their counsel are obligated to take steps and act in a manner that furthers the following tenets: to facilitate the quickest means of… Continue reading Matrimonial Property in the Time of COVID-19
The Courts, COVID-19 & How to Progress Your Family Matter at This Time
On March 15th, 2020, following Provincial Guidelines to address the spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) the Alberta Provincial Courts, Alberta Court of Queen’s Bench, and the Alberta Court of Appeal announced a suspension of the majority of sittings, effective immediately. What this means is that certain cases cannot be brought into court, and those matters already… Continue reading The Courts, COVID-19 & How to Progress Your Family Matter at This Time
COVID 19 & Self-Isolating In the Midst of a Relationship Breakdown
This is an extremely taxing time for us all. Individuals are worried about the risk of illness, the uncertainty of employment and investments, how to occupy and homeschool children, all while trying to work. All of these factors can dramatically impact a relationship, but for some people whose relationship was already in trouble prior to… Continue reading COVID 19 & Self-Isolating In the Midst of a Relationship Breakdown
Digital Tools Can Make Life Easier for Separating Couples
Couples who are separating, particularly in a high-conflict situation, often find communication difficult, if not impossible. Finding ways to facilitate collaboration, particularly when dealing with parenting issues, can allow a couple to make arrangements and structure parenting time without needing to talk. Further, these tools can help to keep a record of agreed-upon terms and… Continue reading Digital Tools Can Make Life Easier for Separating Couples
BC Psychologist Faces Discipline for Role in Alberta Child Access Case
We have previously blogged about the harm that psychological evaluations can have in a custody and access matter. Recently, another psychologist has faced criticism and been forced to apologize for their comments in a family dispute that unfairly prejudiced the father in the matter. A One-Sided Assessment In this case, the parents of a young… Continue reading BC Psychologist Faces Discipline for Role in Alberta Child Access Case