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Browse answers from legal professionals to questions that others have asked.

Frequently Asked Questions

I'm visiting BC for a few months. Do I need a BC driver's licence?

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Cars & Getting Around

My son keeps telling me he’s going to have my driver’s licence taken away. Can he do that?

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Cars & Getting Around

My 81-year-old dad loves to drive, but I'm worried about his driving. What can I do?

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Cars & Getting Around

I bought a used car from a dealership. Within two months it has needed multiple repairs. Should the dealer have to pay for these repairs?

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Cars & Getting Around

I bought a car from a private seller, whose ad said the car was “fully serviced.” I had problems right away and my mechanic now says the car is unsafe to drive. What are my rights?

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Cars & Getting Around

The car I bought from a private seller broke down the first time I drove it. What are my rights?

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Cars & Getting Around

I took my car in for specific repairs. The garage did additional work, and it cost three times what I expected. Is there anything I can do?

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