Common Questions

My landlord hasn’t carried out repairs. Can I stop paying rent?

How do I do my own legal research as a self-represented litigant?

My common-law partner died. What legal issues do I need to know about?

I know a family who has just immigrated. What information would help them?

What rights do people have around treatment for mental illness?

I was dismissed (fired) unfairly. What can I do?

My boyfriend wants me to co-sign for his loan. Will this make me responsible if he misses a payment?

How do I find the life insurance policy of a family member who recently passed away?

How do I know if a will has been probated?

I’ve been charged with a crime. How do I defend myself?

I’ve been hurt in a motor vehicle accident. What can I do?

How can I appeal my conviction or sentence in a criminal case?

How does diversion work and how can I get it?

My landlord is threatening to evict me. What do I do?

What’s the difference between small claims court and the Supreme Court of BC?

How can I get a Certificate of Divorce?

I’ve missed a few mortgage payments and am facing foreclosure. What do I do?