Domestic Violence & Abuse

Restraining Order, Peace Bond, Domestic Violence, Abuse

Child & Spousal Support, Custody & Access, Divorce, Domestic Violence & Abuse, Family Law, Property Division

Should I Get Divorced Myself or Do I Need a Lawyer?

Getting a Divorce without Hiring a Lawyer Whether or not you can or should handle your own divorce, depends on your circumstances. A “straightforward” divorce can be handled by the spouses themselves. Take for example, the rare case of spouses: who are both physically and mentally healthy; who are equal financially (who have similar incomes, assets and debts); who have

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Criminal Law, Domestic Violence & Abuse, Family Law

Restraining Order vs Peace Bond – Application, Conditions, Enforcement

What’s the Difference Between a Restraining Order and a Peace Bond? Restraining Order Definition Peace Bond Definition Conditions and Exceptions in Restraining Orders or Peace Bonds Violation of Restraining Order or Violation of Peace Bond How to obtain a Restraining Order How to obtain a Peace Bond Preparing the Motion or Application for a Restraining Order or Peace Bonds Extending

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Canada Immigration Law, Criminal Law, Domestic Violence & Abuse, Family Law, Legal Aid Basics, My Rights

Do I Qualify for Legal Aid? Requirements to Qualify

Whether you qualify for a legal aid certificate (a certificate that allows you to hire a private lawyer which the government will pay) will depend on the requirements for the legal aid program in your province. Requirements to Qualify For Legal Aid: Generally, the requirements to qualify for legal aid are: 1. You Must Be Low Income: The legal aid

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Criminal Law, Domestic Violence & Abuse, Elder Law, Estate Litigation, Lawsuits, My Rights, Power of Attorney, Wills & Estates

6 Examples of Elder Abuse and What To Do About It

What Is Elder Abuse? Elder abuse is any act or omission that causes harm or distress to an older person, in a relationship where there is an expectation of trust. Typically, elder abuse happens within a family and is perpetrated by the elderly person’s children. Sometimes the abuser is the elderly person’s attorney for property or personal care (POA). Elder

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