Construction projects do not always go as planned. When workmanship, materials, or design fall short, defects and deficiencies can lead to delays, safety concerns, and costly disputes. In British Columbia, construction defect claims are common in both residential and...
Using your full legal company name in contracts, invoices, and correspondence is not a formality. It is a legal requirement in British Columbia, and failing to comply can expose business owners and representatives to personal liability. For businesses facing a breach...
If you are a business owner dealing with unpaid invoices, interest clauses can be a powerful tool. But under Canadian law, they only work if they are drafted correctly. Many businesses assume that listing interest on an invoice is enough. It is not. For companies...
Real property in British Columbia means land, buildings, and the legal rights attached to owning or using that land. How Real Property Differs from Real Estate Real estate refers only to the physical land and structures. Real property includes the land plus the legal...
Construction projects rarely go exactly as planned. Timelines shift, costs change, and expectations don’t always line up. When communication breaks down, a simple disagreement can become a dispute that stops a project in its tracks.Learn more about how our firm...
In business, unpaid debts aren’t just frustrating, they can affect your cash flow, operations, and relationships. Whether you’re a small business, a professional, or a creditor trying to enforce a contract or loan, knowing when to involve a debt collection lawyer can...
If you work in construction, you know how important it is to get paid for your work. A builders lien is one of the strongest legal tools available to protect that right. At McKechnie & Company, we’ve prepared a free 20-page Builders Lien Guide that explains, in...
If you’ve ever Googled “business lawyer Vancouver” and ended up on a law firm’s website that couldn’t actually help with your contract or transaction, you’re not alone. In British Columbia, the legal profession includes many overlapping terms—lawyer, barrister,...
For many years, McKechnie & Company assisted clients with personal injury matters, including motor vehicle accidents, off-road collisions, and pedestrian injury claims. With the introduction of Enhanced Care (no-fault) auto insurance in British Columbia in May...