Hamilton Duncan
1450-13401 108th Avenue V3T 5T3 Surrey, BC, Canada

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Five things you need to know about the blockbuster Rogers-Shaw merger, https://buff.ly/3tpndO8

B.C. injects another $30m into online sales program for SMBs. https://buff.ly/2OYIJuh

Bitcoin changes tax equation in a time of COVID-19. https://buff.ly/3lr0u1r #business

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Some days there is nothing better than enjoying Surrey's beautiful landscape.

B.C. strata insurance market could take years to correct: BCFSA. https://buff.ly/3s46CQc

Why employment contracts are now being rewritten all over the country. https://buff.ly/3rWNaos

2020: Year in Review. https://buff.ly/38f7TvJ

What if someone is holding a deceased person’s Will but won’t produce it? There are a few alternative solutions: - Apply to the court for a subpoena to deliver any testamentary document to the Court Registry... or a Court can order production of not only prior Wills but unexecuted or clarifying documents in a solicitor’s file. Questions? Talk to our lawyer, Chelsea Dubeau. https://buff.ly/2p1spbF

Women’s victimization by online hate impedes their democratic participation. https://buff.ly/38m5BKp

Neeta's practice consists primarily of civil litigation. She also has experience in insurance denial claims such as denial of disability, critical illness, and life insurance claims. Give her a call anytime. https://buff.ly/2IRcFjR

Strong demand insulates B.C. forestry from pandemic. https://buff.ly/2X1ExKV

Hamilton Duncan congratulates Tara Britnell on her appointment as Queen’s Counsel. This designation which is reserved for no more than 7% of B.C. lawyers recognizes excellence in the practice of law, professional integrity, good character and leadership in and contribution to the legal profession. Tara is a most-deserving recipient of this honour and Hamilton Duncan is proud to have such a distinguished lawyer among our ranks. https://buff.ly/2JxsB0o #QC #QueensCounsel

A little fun and games at our office during this holiday season. Nothing like turning tree decorating into a competition.

The world's CFOs have a dire message for real-estate investors. https://buff.ly/34oNW3e

CRA introduces simplified process for claiming home office expenses during COVID. https://buff.ly/3n3c8yP

Happy New Year!

A Double-Edged Sword. https://buff.ly/3qInxXS

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Robson Street retail scene bears scars of pandemic. https://buff.ly/3kJ6fpl

Nurse’s Personal Social Media Posts Do Not Constitute Professional Misconduct. https://buff.ly/2LLLVaZ

Lying About Future Intentions Can Cost You. https://buff.ly/32GRWeH

COVID-19 health privacy exemptions continue to be scrutinized. https://buff.ly/2JPuzcK

Tara’s clients include executors, trustees, beneficiaries, people disappointed in a Will and those facing elder financial abuse. She excels at finding effective means of resolving difficult situations. Give her a call anytime. https://buff.ly/2NvTA9F

Remote workers should be taxed for privilege of working at home, says Deutsche. https://buff.ly/36uef8x

B.C. court rejects wife’s application for use of dead husband’s sperm to make embryo. https://buff.ly/3ndMFU9

Engineer Steers wins Surrey’s 2020 Business Person award. https://buff.ly/38BZao1

Check out our lawyer, David, in his latest video discussing the main duties of an executor. Have more questions? No problem. Get in touch with David anytime. https://buff.ly/3eVB0WG

Be part of the tree lighting, performances and activities at the Virtual Surrey Tree Lighting Festival. https://buff.ly/3kixGGm

Chelsea’s practice encompasses a wide-range of civil litigation matters, including estate litigation, insurance defence, and collections. Give her a call anytime. https://buff.ly/31XsFgV

Hudson's Bay announces new division to capitalize on real estate values. https://buff.ly/3jkg2RZ

Jocelyn practices in the area of insurance defence and civil litigation with a focus in debt collection and commercial and business litigation. Get in touch anytime. https://buff.ly/3pC0zRM

The Land Owner Transparency Registry (LOTR) began accepting filings from non-individual landowners on Monday but experts are calling on loopholes to be closed. https://buff.ly/3om14Oo

When to challenge a Will? Follow the link to David’s latest video on the timelines involved when challenging a Will. https://buff.ly/37AHgzQ

Don't miss out on this year's virtual Surrey Fusion Festival! https://buff.ly/3ntVjP5

New bill would give provinces discretion to regulate single event sport betting. https://buff.ly/36thSNg

Check out this link for the most recent and up to date information and programs regarding COVID-19 in the community of Surrey. https://buff.ly/3kpCutn

Have a happy weekend everyone! #jokefriday

Can You White Out Part of a Will? https://buff.ly/3kD0J8G

B.C. auction giant Ritchie Bros. to pay US$275m for American data firm. https://buff.ly/3lf5Hsx

B.C. residents worried about COVID-19 deficit, business survey finds. https://buff.ly/2JEujwR #savings #deficit #BC

Consumers report unknown, unwelcome charges from Fitness World. https://buff.ly/36JXPuq

Artists of all ages and skill levels are invited by the Museum of Surrey to capture's Mother Nature's textile masterpieces. Check out the link for more details.

Are there consequences to pushing an employee out the door? Follow the link to read more. https://buff.ly/3oiD8vc

When do you need probate? When completing land transfers, gaining access to a deceased’s accounts or becoming an administrator, probate will most likely be required. Questions on this topic? Talk to our lawyer, Chelsea, today. https://buff.ly/2p1spbF

James is a senior commercial managing partner with Hamilton Duncan. He advises clients on all aspects of dealing with real estate and creating and operating businesses. Get in touch anytime. https://buff.ly/30Rz6Rb #realestate #business #SmallBiz

Benefits firms see rise in demand for mental-health programs. https://buff.ly/3ogE049

Members still waiting on refunds from Fitness World. https://buff.ly/3qoU5px

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Even though COVID-19 has impacted us all in some form or another, there is still much to be thankful for.

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Businesses welcome restored federal aid but wary of taxes. https://buff.ly/39NOZ0v

Why have a lawyer when buying a house? Check out our YouTube video to learn more. https://buff.ly/34hnw2y

Law courts opening in Abbotsford. https://buff.ly/3mYLzvM

A New Arbitration Act for British Columbia. https://buff.ly/355Cs4g

'Law needs well-being because' Campaign.https://buff.ly/36jpbrd #Mentalhealth #lawyers #community

The future of commercial real estate and how companies work is in a state of flux as a result of COVID-19. https://buff.ly/2G5hwSN

Kelsey practices in civil litigation, with a focus on insurance defence, employment law, and workers’ compensation law. Get in touch anytime. https://buff.ly/37GhBFx

Another successful day completed. Bring on the weekend. :) Happy Friday everyone.

Surrey's virtual surrey Fusion Festival has arrived. Check out all the videos sharing unique recipes, creative crafts and more!

Join the City of Surrey on October 24th for a Preschool Halloween Outdoor Treasure Hunt.

Nowhere to Hide: The BC Business Corporations Act Targets Full Transparency. https://buff.ly/3jke3hj #business #businesslaw #SurreyBC

Not all Canadian property is created equal prospects for these market segments are at near 'abysmal' levels. https://buff.ly/37b4iPk

Damages awarded to Insurance Corporation of B.C. for civil fraud in relation to staged collisions. https://buff.ly/31a6nHj

A shoutout to one of our lawyers, Karen, who, together with her client achieved a successful outcome. Thank you to Jason for your kind comments. If you have questions for Karen, don't hesitate to get in touch. https://buff.ly/3fdq71O

B.C.’s number of active businesses up slightly. https://buff.ly/34Yhd4A

The stores and restaurants closing the most locations across Canada in 2020. https://buff.ly/36kbGax

Beware of unnecessary border fees, B.C. importers warned. https://buff.ly/30nC27R #business #SmallBiz #import #export

Check out our lawyer, Sunny, in his video discussing considerations for those starting their first development project. https://buff.ly/2SZO4QF #business #developes #YouTube

Uber drivers can pursue their claim that they are employees. https://buff.ly/2GPCIfa