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Weird and Wacky Wednesdays: Volume 363

This week on Weird and Wacky Wednesdays: Mascot Mayhem and the Battles They Lost

Welcome to another edition of Weird and Wacky Wednesdays. Mascots are supposed to be fun. They entertain crowds, pose for photos, and sell merchandise. But sometimes they end up in the middle of courtroom drama. This week we look at three cases where a mascot’s copyright or trademark owner tried to take down a competitor and failed.

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How Long Does a 24-Hour Suspension Stay on Your Record?

Police officer issuing a ticket to a driver in a car during a roadside stop.

A 24-hour driving suspension in British Columbia is typically issued for suspected impaired driving or unsafe driving behaviour that causes an officer to believe on reasonable grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by either a drug or by alcohol.

While this suspension may seem like a temporary inconvenience, it’s important to understand its potential impact on your driving record and how it could affect you moving forward.

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Contracts and Emojis: Cases That Should Have Gone to the Supreme Court of Canada, But Didn’t!

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 breaks down a surprising contract case involving the use of a thumbs-up emoji. A buyer sent contract terms for the sale of flax, and the seller responded with a thumbs-up emoji. The buyer believed this created a binding agreement. The seller disagreed and refused to deliver the flax. The court found that the emoji did indicate agreement and upheld the contract. The Court of Appeal affirmed the decision. The Supreme Court of Canada declined to hear the case, leaving unresolved questions about how modern digital communication fits into established legal principles.

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Weird and Wacky Wednesdays: Volume 362

This week on Weird and Wacky Wednesdays: Absurd lawsuit edition

Welcome to another lawsuit edition of Weird and Wacky Wednesdays. When it comes to absurd and ridiculous legal cases, the United States is like a nonstop factory. It might not always be a reliable trading partner, but it consistently serves up bizarre lawsuits. This week we bring you three real cases with a legal twist. These made it into court, even if nobody should have taken them that seriously.

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How Many DUIs Do You Need to Get a Breathalyzer in Your Car?

In British Columbia, one of the most significant consequences for multiple DUI offences or prohibitions is the installation of an Ignition Interlock in your vehicle. 

If you’ve been convicted of a DUI, particularly for a second or third offence, you may be required to have this device installed for a specified period. In addition, multiple alcohol or drug-related suspensions on your license in a five-year period, even without a criminal conviction, can still trigger these referrals. 

But how many DUIs do you need to get a breathalyzer in your car?

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Consultation with First Nations: Cases That Should Have Gone to the Supreme Court of Canada, But Didn’t!

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 involving the Huron-Wendat First Nation and the Canadian government’s constitutional duty to consult. While the Nation’s main application—arguing they were not adequately consulted on a development project—was waiting to be heard in Superior Court, the government attempted to move forward with the project. The Huron-Wendat First Nation sought an interim stay to pause the project until the issue of consultation could be resolved. The court refused, and the Supreme Court of Canada declined to hear the case. This decision raises serious concerns about how Canada’s duty to consult is respected—or disregarded—in practice.

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How Long is Ignition Interlock Required in BC?

Man using an ignition interlock device in his car

In British Columbia, an ignition interlock device (Ignition Interlock) is often required for individuals convicted of impaired driving or other alcohol-related incidents that have been added to their driving records. These can include 24-hour driving prohibitions, Administrative Driving Prohibitions, and Immediate Roadside Prohibitions. 

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