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Avoiding criminal activity is a priority for most people; however, whether or not someone has actually committed an offence, there is the possibility that they could face criminal charges. As such, people may not know exactly what process they will go through in being...

The Alberta Administrative License Suspension (AALS) applies to you and your license if you have been pulled over for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and you:   were found to be in violation of the federal legal limits for alcohol, cannabis or a combination of both,...

Meeting with a family lawyer for the first time can be stressful. Many are unsure of what to expect and feel some anxiety because of that. At Kolinsky Law in Edmonton, we strive to make your experience as comfortable and stress-free as possible. Of course, the nature...

Reasons for divorce in Alberta are as varied and complicated as each relationship.  Every divorcing couple brings individual reasons for the divorce to the negotiation table or the courtroom, but each must claim one of the three legal grounds for divorce under...

The Criminal Code of Canada defines Sexual Assault as an assault which is committed in circumstances that are sexual in nature and result in the violation of the sexual integrity of the victim. “Assault” is defined as the intentional application of force without the...

You’ve spent the evening catching up with old friends.  You socialized over a nice dinner and had a few drinks as the night wore on.  Unfortunately, you made the choice to drive home and along the way you were stopped by police and tested for alcohol and drug...

Child custody is one of the most contentious parts of a divorce agreement.  Divorcing parents must make a shift in mindset when they move from dividing assets to negotiating child custody.  Emotions must be set aside in order to make a decision based on the child's...

Making the decision whether to file for divorce is difficult and often comes after a long period of compromise, personal reflection and struggling to “make it work.”  However, if you feel ending your marriage or common-law relationship is your only option, it is...