New Economy of Low Oil Prices: Dreams Crushed
Coming to Alberta’s Oilfield in just a car and packed bags in 2013, hoping to be in a Ferrari by 30. Then comes the collapse…
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Non-Solicitation, Non-Competition Clauses: Rarely Enforceable
Looking to protect their interests or restrict worker freedom, employers impose these, usually in the form of non-competition and non-solicitation clauses. Non-Competition Clause To prevent…
Changing Careers – Oilfield, Financial Reporting & Consulting
I had someone introduce the topic of changing careers out of accounting and financial reporting. I found this interesting as it contrasts my experience. I’m…
Always Ask for More
Before I became self-represented, my lawyer at the time’s advice still sticks: Always ask for more [in life]. Rarely you will get what you ask…
Employer from Hell: Unpaid Workers, CRA Audit, Lawsuits
My life took a dark turn when I was involved with doing business with the Employer from Hell. I was owed a large sum of…
Vexatious Litigation: Weapon against Unpaid Workers & Vendors
I had been involved with a former employer/client and its prime agent with a history of allegedly vexatious litigation, or Court Abuse. They’ve been filing…
Stereotype of Asians and Money
“Most jump to the conclusion that if you are Asian and you look like you have money, your family must have money. I’m the odd…