Have the Grapes Really Been Freed?
With all the excitement surrounding the long awaited legislative amendment of the Importation of Intoxicating Liquors Act (IILA), have you taken the time to consider how the alteration may affect you...
View ArticleA Lawyer in your Back Pocket
You can pay me in apples. Or cherries. Before moving to the Okanagan Valley three years ago, my husband and I thought about moving to the area and earning fruit for a living.
View ArticleDuty of Care
Many of you with employees may be planning a business Christmas party where alcohol is served.While you are deciding on the food to be served and gifts to give away, take a few moments to think about...
View ArticleEven Innovation needs Protection
Brilliant. Visionary. Cutting edge. All of these can be used to describe the talented innovators at work in our agricultural industries.
View ArticleImportant New Directions for BCTF
Every year I hear from farmers within the BCFGA who wonder if they are getting good value for the money that goes into BC Tree Fruits.
View ArticleRisks When Leasing Partial Parcels of Land
A properly prepared lease agreement provides a lessee with the exclusive use of a specified parcel of land for a specified period.
View ArticleTied House Rules
For those of you in the wine industry, you may have experienced limitations in your ability to sell and distribute your wine due to the tied house rules.
View ArticleProtect your Income - the case for Creditor Proofing
An important part of operating a financially successful business is income protection. Most business owners recognize the need to protect business and personal assets from those who could bring legal...
View ArticleIt Really is ALL about the Name
It is all about standing out. In any industry being known and having a recognizable name is essential to growth and success.
View ArticleB.C. Reviews Laws Governing Liquor
Laws are like a mirror that reflect the society they govern. When laws become outdated, they are no longer respected and become difficult to enforce.
View ArticleLiability Insurance For Farm Gate Sales
I came across this great though anonymous quote on the Internet: “Needing insurance is like needing a parachute. If it isn’t there the first time, chances are you won’t be needing it again.”
View ArticlePower of Attorney: A Powerful but Dangerous Tool
Double-edged sword. This is one way to describe a power of attorney (POA). Many people think of this legal tool as a dangerous weapon and decide against preparing a POA. However, the practical benefits...
View ArticleHave the Grapes Really Been Freed? Part 2
As the tourist season picks up, a review of the provincial laws regarding inter-provincial wine importation seems appropriate.
View ArticleLegal Considerations for Business Growth
As the summer season winds down it is important to look back on the season in terms of positives and areas for improvements.
View ArticleUnfair Contracts May Be Unenforceable
As the end of the year approaches, some of those contracts that are an important part of your business operations may be coming up for renewal.
View ArticleProtecting Your Branding on the Internet
Branding is an important part of any business. No matter what type of business you are in, there is value in your brand.
View ArticleThe 'How-to' of Protecting Your Brand Name
If you enjoy a good trilogy, you are in for a treat. The Legal Libations “Branding” Triology is underway. In my last column, the focus was branding on the Internet.
View ArticleProtecting Brand Advertising Key to Business
We are wrapping up our trilogy on branding with this column. Let’s talk about protecting brand advertising.
View ArticleILA - Signing on the Dotted Line
How do you feel about acronyms? Sometimes it can be a fun guessing game. How about this one... ILA? Independent Learning Academy…Interior Logging Association…and my personal favorite, Independent Legal...
View ArticleLet's Talk Animals
Farming often goes hand and hand with animals. Many farmers will need to consider the transporting, feeding, care and sheltering of pigs, cows, sheep, horses and fowl amongst others. Owning an animal...
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