Welcome to Cases That Should Have Gone to the Supreme Court of Canada, But Didn’t! This week, lawyer Kyla Lee discusses the Disclosure of Journalistic Records…
On this episode Kyla and Paul talk about all the things she has learned in the OACDL. They update us about the Freedom Convoy trial and Paul’s new TikTok video about sobering up faster.
When it comes to our WWW stories, common sense often takes a back seat. Our stories this week push beyond the boundaries of public decency and leave onlookers and authorities in disbelief. I’m again reminded that the world is full of surprises, some more shocking than others, and disturbing things can unfold in the places we frequent every day.
One thing Canadians can hold dear when comparing ourselves to the rest of the world is the way in which we trust in the independence and integrity of our judicial system. Historically, Canadian judges have been appointed, not elected. This is typically done by committees of non-partisan representatives, who look at the merits of the potential judge’s work and determine whether they are capable of ruling fairly, equally, and impartially.
On this episode, Kyla and Paul look at collateral consequences when you accept a guilty plea to a traffic ticket. They also look at another case that involved the definition of “forthwith” and “immediate”
Medical cannabis is used to manage various health conditions. However, concerns about its potential impact on driving abilities persist despite repeated studies that indicate that there are no real issues with impairment. However, recent research once again confirms the effects of prescribed medical cannabis products on driving performance among patients.
In a world that seems to take itself too seriously, I enjoy sharing stories about those daring enough to embrace the odd. This week it’s all about all things we can make into a competition whether it’s a good idea or not. Let’s dive into stories that highlight just how delightfully weird our world can be.
Welcome to Cases That Should Have Gone to the Supreme Court of Canada, But Didn’t! This week, lawyer Kyla Lee discusses copyright violations… Acumen Law Corporation lawyer Kyla Lee gives her take on a made-in-Canada court case each week and discusses why these cases should have been heard by Canada’s highest court: the Supreme Court of Canada.
This week Kyla and Paul look at a rare instance of first degree murder charge from a hit-and-run. They also give us the Ridiculous Driver of the Week Extravaganza from the week while they were away.