This week on Weird and Wacky Wednesdays, we’re looking at drivers who redefined the term “carry-on”—but not in a good way. From absurd rooftop loads to mobile fire hazards, these stories remind us that physics and traffic laws both have limits.
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If you’ve received a speeding ticket in British Columbia, you might be wondering how long it will affect your driving record. The answer is important, as the presence of a ticket on your record can influence everything from insurance premiums to your ability to keep your licence.
…How Long Does a Speeding Ticket Stay on Your Record in BC?Read More »
How Long Does a Speeding Ticket Stay on Your Record in BC? Read More »
Welcome to “Cases That Should Have Gone to the Supreme Court of Canada, But Didn’t!”
In this episode, Kyla Lee from Acumen Law Corporation discusses a case about employment law and severance pay—highlighting the growing need for national consistency in how Canadian courts enforce (or reject) termination clauses that fall short of statutory minimums.
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In a unanimous decision, the Supreme Court of Canada has ruled that a woman convicted in the 2011 drowning death of a toddler must be acquitted.
The Court clarified one of the routes of when an appeal court can enter such an acquittal and was split 5-4 in its reasons on whether the Court should engage in a framework discussion on a “discretionary acquittal.”
However, the fact that Tammy Bouvette has been at the centre of a miscarriage of justice was not in dispute.
…Kyla Lee in CBA National: Supreme Court enters an acquittal in wrongful conviction caseRead More »
Kyla Lee in CBA National: Supreme Court enters an acquittal in wrongful conviction case Read More »
We hear from our Soapbox Social Panel, Mo Amir and Kyla Lee, for their takes on the latest in BC politics…
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This week on Driving Law, hosts Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko delve into a trio of complex and thought-provoking legal issues that shed light on the evolving landscape of criminal and administrative law in Canada. From questions of professional conduct and judicial remedies to the impact of Charter rights on sentencing, this episode offers sharp analysis and real-world context that speaks to both legal professionals and curious listeners alike.
…Episode 406: Lawyers Behaving Badly, Charter Remedies, and Sentencing ComplexityRead More »
Episode 406: Lawyers Behaving Badly, Charter Remedies, and Sentencing Complexity Read More »
This week on Weird and Wacky Wednesdays, we’re looking at the summer travel season’s least fashionable trend: getting naked in public. Whether it’s 40,000 feet in the air or sprinting through a major airport terminal, some travellers are taking the phrase “dress down for the flight” too literally.
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Driving without due care and attention is one of the most commonly issued traffic offences in British Columbia. Found under section 144(1)(a) of the BC Motor Vehicle Act, this charge is intended to address situations where a driver’s behaviour falls below the standard of a reasonable and prudent driver, even if it doesn’t rise to the level of criminal dangerous driving.
But what exactly does it mean, and what are the consequences if you’re found guilty?
…What is Driving Without Due Care and Attention? Read More »
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