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At Tim Louis & Company, we believe that legal advice should be clear, accessible, and grounded in real-life experience. That’s exactly what you’ll find here on our blog. Whether you’re dealing with a denied long-term disability claim, navigating a workplace issue, or facing the complexities of estate planning or probate, our posts are written with you in mind.
From our office in Vancouver, British Columbia, we’ve spent decades helping people across BC make informed decisions about their legal rights. This blog is an extension of that commitment — a place where we share timely updates, explain key legal issues in plain language, and offer insights based on the cases we handle every day.
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Latest Law articles by Tim Louis
Laid Off During a Restructuring
Laid off during a restructuring in British Columbia? Before signing a severance release, review the employment contract, termination letter, compensation, benefits, deadlines, and the rights the release is intended to settle.
Fired While You Are on Medical Leave in BC
Can your employer fire you while you are on medical leave in BC? Tim Louis explains how the province’s 27-week job-protected leave works, when termination may still be lawful, and what to do before returning too soon, resigning, sharing broad medical information, or signing a severance release.
LTD Medical Evidence in BC
f your long-term disability insurer says your medical evidence is not enough, your claim is not necessarily over. Learn what proof may matter, why a diagnosis alone may not answer every question, and why functional evidence can be important before you respond.
Severance in BC
If you have received a severance offer in British Columbia, do not assume you have to sign it right away. Learn what to check before accepting a package, why a release matters, and when to speak with an employment lawyer.
Denied LTD in BC and Being Pressured
Denied LTD in BC and Being Pressured to Return to Work? long-term disability and employment overlap article Does a denied LTD claim mean you have to return to work? No. A denied LTD claim does not automatically mean you are medically able to return to work safely, reliably, and on an ongoing basis. The insurer may deny the claim while
24 or 48 Hours to Sign a Severance Release in BC? | Tim Louis
My Employer Gave Me 24 or 48 Hours to Sign a Severance Release in BC. Do I Have To? employment-law decision article Do I have to sign a severance release within 24 or 48 hours in BC? No. A short deadline does not automatically mean the employee must sign right away. A rushed signature can give up important legal rights
