Right to silence : traffic tickets
Surprisingly, most people don’t know their rights when you get pulled over in Manitoba. So what should you say if you get pulled over?
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Manitoba legal trivia, tidbits, and oddoties
Manitoba has some weird and random laws. Did you know that if someone demands to be paid in gold, Manitoba law allows you to pay them in currency instead?
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Intellectual Property; What is it?
Are you confused about what exactly is intellectual property? We break it down for you, so you know your rights and responsibilities when dealing with original works.
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Reverse Mortgages- Are they a good idea?
You may have never heard about a reverse mortgage – here’s why you might want to reconsider applying for one in Manitoba.
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Marijuana and employment – Can employees smoke up at work?
With the legalization of marijuana in Canada and Manitoba, there are no clear guidelines for employers on dealing with employees who are high.
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Over-Lawyering: What Does it Mean to You?
Over-lawyering happens everywhere, and Manitoba is no exception. Learn how the practice will cost you and your business money and what you can do about it.
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New protections against Predatory marriages
New protections have been added to protect vulnerable people from predatory marriages after a recent court decision in Canada, with a big impact for Manitoba.
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Can I incorporate a company without a lawyer?
While anyone can incorporate a company in Manitoba without a lawyer, most often fail to incorporate correctly, costing them time and money.
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Biggest Employer Mistake – No written Employment Agreement
The most common mistake Manitoba SMEs (small to medium sized enterprises) make is to hire employees without signing a written employment contract.
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Employer paid $200k to sick employee after termination
Did you recently get laid off, or are you planning to lay off an employee? Manitoba has very specific regulations governing the process, some which may surprise you.
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