When Do Pedestrians Have the Right of Way in Nova Scotia?
When a car accident or pedestrian collision results in serious injuries in Halifax or elsewhere in Nova Scotia, it is important to know who is at fault for the crash....
A Guide to Canada & Nova Scotia’s Emergencies Act
Given the ongoing outbreak of COVID-19 and the challenging times we’re experiencing in Canada and around the globe, many countries, and many provinces in Canada, are turning to more extreme...
Custody & Parenting During COVID-19: What are your Responsibilities?
Dr. Strang, Nova Scotia’s Chief Public Health Officer, made some comments at a news conference yesterday, March 31st, that have raised some questions for families that have child custody arrangements. Dr....
Division of Assets & Property in Nova Scotia
Dividing assets when a couple is getting a divorce is difficult to do. Emotions are high and divorcing couples rarely agree on what the other is entitled to. This process...
How are Child & Spousal Support Payments Determined in Nova Scotia?
The best way to explain how child and spousal support payments are determined is by using examples. While it may not accurately reflect everyone’s financial and family situation, it is...
Injuries Sustained After an Accident
What you see, what you don’t see, and why it’s important. When you’re in an accident, anything can happen. The aftermath of an accident can have widespread consequences on your...
It’s Dangerous Out There
Let’s face it – it’s dangerous out there. I mean the public highways. There are a lot of bad drivers. Some of them don’t know the rules of the road....
Understanding the Rules, Regulations and Developments in Cannabis use in Canada
With the decriminalization and subsequent legalization of marijuana, there has been a great desire to introduce laws and other regulations surrounding the appropriate use of cannabis. In particular, lawmakers, public...
The Insurance Act for Car Accidents in Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia has an insurance act. This statute, passed by the provincial legislature, mandates the various coverages and types of insurance that apply to Nova Scotians. One area of...
Common Injuries & Recovery from Car Accidents in Nova Scotia
There’s no way of predicting what injuries you will sustain in an accidents. We have situations with high speed, head-on accidents, horrific accidents with a lot of damage to vehicles...