
June 29th, 2022 - Civil Law
“Johnny Depp-Amber Heard Verdict: Jury sides with Depp, awards $15 million” In Canada, defamation has to do with words that impact the plaintiff’s reputation with others1 and is a strict liability offence2. These words can be written (known as libel) or...
Read moreJune 7th, 2021 - Civil Law, Corporate Law, Divorce & Family Law
How we’re redefining the practice of family lawHere’s the thing, we approach family law very differently; for every family law case, we ask the question, “What is the real problem here, and what are the short term and long-term solutions?”. Overall, our goal as a firm with all...
Read moreApril 29th, 2021 - Civil Law, Corporate Law
Understanding what a Unanimous Shareholder Agreement isThe way in which Corporations are structured can be tricky, especially if there are a handful of Shareholders. But it doesn’t have to be and today, our Corporate/Civil legal team breaks down what it means to have a Unanimous Shareholder...
Read moreApril 8th, 2021 - Civil Law, Corporate Law
All you need to know about Alberta Corporate Income Tax RatesOn June 29, 2020, the Alberta Government introduced Alberta’s Recovery Plan which reduced the general corporate income tax rate to 8%, effective July 1, 2020. This follows previously scheduled reductions in Alberta’s corporate income tax rates which have reduced the...
Read moreFebruary 9th, 2021 - Civil Law, Corporate Law
Incorporating a Business/Starting a BusinessIf you are contemplating incorporating or starting a business in Grande Prairie or anywhere else in Alberta, you are in good hands with Hayes Fry Law. Our corporate lawyers are eager to meet with you and determine the best type...
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