Answers to commonly asked legal questions, with useful resources selected by our librarians.
      Civil Court & Alternatives
Most Viewed Questions
          I’ve been hurt in a motor vehicle accident. What can I do?
          What’s the difference between civil, family, and criminal law?
          What’s the difference between small claims court and the Supreme Court of BC?
              Crime & Victims
Most Viewed Questions
          How do I do my own legal research as a self-represented litigant?
          What does the judge consider when sentencing an Indigenous person?
          Where can I find court forms and the rules for the court?
              Employment
Most Viewed Questions
          How is income assistance different on and off reserve?
          I work for a federally regulated industry (e.g., a bank, an airline, trucking, broadcasting), and I was discriminated against. What can I do?
          What help is available if I’ve gone through an extreme weather event or other natural disaster?
              Family
Most Viewed Questions
          How do I fill out a Final Order form (F52) for an uncontested divorce?
          I have to pay child support. If my job now pays me less, how do I change the amount I have to pay?
          Where can I find court forms and the rules for the court?
              Housing & Tenancy
Most Viewed Questions
          I’m having problems with my neighbours. What can I do?
          My landlord hasn’t carried out repairs. Can I stop paying rent?
          My landlord is threatening to evict me. What do I do?
              Money, Debt & Consumer
Most Viewed Questions
          How do I find the life insurance policy of a family member who recently passed away?
          How is income assistance different on and off reserve?
          My home reno was a disaster. What can I do?
              Rights & Citizenship
Most Viewed Questions
          I work for a federally regulated industry (e.g., a bank, an airline, trucking, broadcasting), and I was discriminated against. What can I do?
          I’ve been discriminated against in BC. What can I do?
          Where can I find an overview of how the law is different for Indigenous people?
              Wills, Estates & Planning
Most Viewed Questions
          How do I apply for probate?
          How do I make a will?
          What do I need to know as the executor of a will?
               
 
 
 
 
 
 
