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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Liability: icy walkways
You’ve probably heard of a story where someone slipped on ice, and then sued the homeowner. But who is actually liable? In this post, I break down your liability in Manitoba and Canada.
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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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Title insurance saves couple over $100,000.00
Learn the difference between title insurance and a survey certificate and whether one is better suited when buying a new property.
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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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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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Privacy: Do you have a right to be “forgotten”?
Are you unsure about Canadian’s privacy rights, and do Manitobans have different rights from other Canadians?
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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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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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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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