by dana@benchmarklaw.ca | Jan 21, 2023 | Blog
After registering your newly incorporated business, there are steps you’ll need to take to keep it in good standing. Even though each province has unique requirements, there are minimum requirements for maintaining your company required by most Canadian...
by dana@benchmarklaw.ca | Jan 19, 2023 | Blog
Whether you’re building a new business or you’re a seasoned business owner moving towards expansion, you’ll come across several types of contracts your BC-based business may need. Contracts are a great tool for establishing expectations and mitigating...
by dana@benchmarklaw.ca | Jan 18, 2023 | Blog
While large companies typically always have business insurance, many smaller companies may not think they need it, and small business owners may not understand what business insurance is and why it’s crucial for their company – no matter the size. Today we’re...
by dana@benchmarklaw.ca | Jan 17, 2023 | Blog
One of the biggest parts of small business operations is managing employees. There are a number of rules and regulations involving employees that are legally put in place by the BC Employment Standards Act (the “Act”). A large part of which affects the daily...
by dana@benchmarklaw.ca | Dec 2, 2022 | Blog
Uber and Lyft ride-sharing has finally begun in British Columbia, and with a cohort of new independent contractors now on the road, you might be wondering: what is the difference between an independent contractor and an employee? Here are some differences that...