Most law firms try to stand out from the crowd. One strategy (which we suggest in this article is highly problematic) is implementing so-called “entitlement calculators.” We have no knowledge of the methodology any of these calculators use, but it...
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Tanvir Sanghera and Navpreet Chhina Successfully Appeal Wrongful Dismissal
The BC Supreme Court matter of E.N. v. William L. Rutherford (B.C.) Limited was tried via summary trial in 2019, with reasons for judgment released in 2020. The trial judge held that the Plaintiff, who was employed by the Defendant for four...
Examination for Discovery and your Employment Matter
The discovery process for a typical employment matter has three parts: document discovery, examination for discovery, and interrogatories. We often receive questions regarding the examination for discovery aspect of litigation. Clients worry about what will be asked, what needs to...
The Discovery Process & Your Employment Matter – Document Discovery
At Inlet Law, we often receive questions regarding the BC Supreme Court discovery process. Clients worry about what needs to be disclosed, what happens to their confidential records, and how the documents and information they share will be used. The...
Summary Trial and your Employment Matter
The oft cited Rule 1 – 3 of the British Columbia Supreme Court Civil Rules states that the object of the Rules is “to secure the just, speedy and inexpensive determination of every proceeding on its merits.” When there is...
Martin Sheard on the Winning Side of a Recent Supreme Court of Canada Decision
Inlet Law’s founding lawyer, Martin Sheard, found himself on the winning side of a recent Supreme Court of Canada decision that was handed down this October. After a lengthy trial, our highest Court found in favour of the Plaintiff, and...
Four Things to Know for Your Initial Consultation
Contacting legal counsel for advice can be intimidating. The process, fees, and procedural steps may not be clear to you. You might not know what you need to know before the meeting, and want to learn more about what information...
Martin Sheard wins Costs Against Defendant
C.A. v. Aya Lasers, 2019 BCSC 42 Following a successful three-day trial, Martin Sheard won costs and recovered disbursements against the defendant in the above-noted matter, totaling $11,000.
Martin Sheard successfully argues against an adjournment application
C. A. v. Aya Lasers, 2018 BCSC 2458 Martin Sheard prevented a further delay of his client’s trial in the above-noted matter when he successfully resisted an adjournment application by the defendant. The defendant terminated its counsel and hired new...
Martin Sheard wins $45,000 for employee terminated after 9 months
Martin Sheard achieved a tremendous result for a client who was wrongfully dismissed from her managerial position after nine months. After running a successful trial, Martin obtained $45,000 in damages for his client ($47,346 in 2020 dollars). S.D. v. Canada...