Ask a Lawyer: Protecting Albertans’ rights at police stations, 24-7

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Imagine this scenario: After a night out, someone accepts a ride home from an acquaintance. Along the way, police pull the car over – and it turns out the vehicle was stolen. Everyone in the car is taken into custody and potentially faces serious criminal charges.   Who do you call for help?   Legal […]

Ask a Lawyer: What happens to pets during divorce proceedings?

  Division of property is just one step of many for Alberta families in a divorce proceeding. You can split the couch, the car and the house, but what about the beloved pets? Does “pet custody” exist in the eyes of the court? This month on Ask a Lawyer: Legal Aid Alberta staff lawyers Sheila […]