Restraining Order vs. Protection Order – What’s the Difference?
You’ve probably heard of a restraining order before. They’re commonly understood to be a way to legally stop someone from interacting with you or coming near you. As you could…
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International Adoption in BC
International adoption is a bit more complicated than adoption from within Canada, but that doesn’t mean it’s impossible. Quite the opposite, in fact, since from 1999 to 2009, nearly 21,000…
Testamentary Guardianship – What Happens After a Child’s Parents Die
Testamentary Guardianship Nobody wants to think about their own inevitable death, but as a parent, it’s probably something that frequently crosses your mind: What will happen to the kids if…
How to Adopt a Family Member in BC
Many of our family law clients have come to us looking to adopt a member of their family. Be it your stepchild, niece or nephew, or a younger sibling, it…
Biggest Custody Battle Mistakes – 10 Things to NOT do in Family Court
There are lots of articles and lists out there telling you what you should do in divorce court, how you should behave, and things that can help you get an…
Can You Drive High in BC? – Canada’s Cannabis Driving Limit
While it has been legal to smoke cannabis in Canada for some time now, there are some exceptions to this rule. Like alcohol, there are many situations where it’s not just…
How to Handle a Shoplifting Charge in BC
A shoplifting charge is no joke in British Columbia – even if it’s your first time. You may have heard somewhere that stores don’t press charges against shoplifters, and while…
First Time Offender – Drug Trafficking
If you’re a first time offender for drug trafficking, you probably have a lot of questions. The criminal defence lawyers at Dhanu Dhaliwal Law Group are here to answer your…
Youth Offences in British Columbia
Sadly, youth offences are all too common in Canada. According to the International Youth Survey, 37% of youth reported having engaged in one or more delinquent behaviours in their lifetime,…
How Bad is a Theft Charge in BC?
What is the charge for theft in Canada? So you got caught taking something that wasn’t exactly your’s. Now you may be looking at a theft charge on your permanent…