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Energy Drinks can Cause False Readings on Breath Tests 

Tired woman yawning while driving a car in daylight

Most people think nothing of driving down the road while consuming a Monster Energy Drink or a Red Bull. They think that because there is no alcohol in these drinks, it could have no ability to impact their breath tests. Unfortunately, the scary reality is that many energy drinks do contain trace concentrations of alcohol that can produce false positive readings on breath tests. 

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Provocation and Murder: 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 series of constitutional challenges to amendments in the Criminal Code that significantly restricted the use of provocation to reduce murder charges to manslaughter—raising critical questions about legal consistency, federal criminal law, and the right to a fair defence.

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Episode 408: Can You Be Forced to Blow Twice? Charter Rights, Breath Tests, and Driving Injustice

This week on Driving Law, Paul Doroshenko takes the wheel while Kyla is away in court, joined by articled students Alice and Alison for a special in-car recording from his 1953 Buick. The episode kicks off with a reflective discussion about what the students have learned during their time at the firm—covering complex topics like BC’s Immediate Roadside Prohibition (IRP) scheme, the science and limitations of breath testing, and the often-overlooked role that language barriers and misinformation play in roadside legal encounters.

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Weird and Wacky Wednesdays: Volume 354

This week on Weird and Wacky Wednesdays: IB6UB9 and Other Plates of Glory

This week on Weird and Wacky Wednesdays, we’re talking about vanity plates. Some people wish to turn their bumper into a billboard, and in a free society there will always be those who wish to push the limits on freedom of expression. Whether they’re clever, crude, or just confusing, sometimes they hit a nerve with the authorities. When that happens, things can get weird.

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Lawyer Suspensions: 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 interim suspension of a lawyer in Nova Scotia—raising urgent questions about due process, the limits of regulatory power, and the livelihood of professionals facing unresolved complaints.

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Episode 407: Speed Camera Surges, Street Racing Crackdowns, and a Charter Challenge Returns to the Supreme Court

This week on Driving Law, hosts Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko tackle an engaging and wide-ranging mix of personal experience, emerging legal controversies, and high-stakes constitutional issues that are shaping the legal landscape for drivers across Canada. From harrowing moments behind the wheel to the growing role of automated enforcement, and from street-level crackdowns to Supreme Court-bound Charter battles, this episode offers a thought-provoking blend of storytelling and expert legal analysis.

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Weird and Wacky Wednesdays: Volume 353

This week on Weird and Wacky Wednesdays: Load-Bearing Lunacy

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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How Long Does a Speeding Ticket Stay on Your Record in BC?

Police vehicle pulling over a white SUV for speeding on a city road in British Columbia

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.

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Employment Law & Severance: 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 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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Episode 406: Lawyers Behaving Badly, Charter Remedies, and Sentencing Complexity

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.

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