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Important Cases You Need to Know About Distracted Driving in BC

British Columbia’s courts have interpreted and applied the province’s distracted driving legislation in nuanced ways. Examining the leading cases allows people to understand the law as it pertains to the use of electronic devices while driving.

Here are some of the leading cases you need to know if you are facing a distracted driving charge in BC.

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Kyla Lee on The Daily Hive: Coquitlam couple offers free stay to financially strapped Taylor Swift fans

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Jerome Deluca, who lives with his wife in Coquitlam, said they’re willing to make the master bedroom of their home available for two fans who wouldn’t otherwise be able to go because of the cost of accommodation.

“My wife just wanted to do something nice for somebody,” he said. “I hold the basic philosophy that trust creates honesty.”

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Kyla Lee on CBC’s On The Coast with Gloria Macarenko: Soapbox Social: What’s next for the BC NDP?

Amid an immense loss this week with the passed of former premier John Horgan, the NDP are swearing in their new members and making decisions for their cabinet. Kyla Lee and Mo Amir break it down for us.

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Reduced Sentence in Dangerous Driving Causing Death: Examining the R v Morgan Case

The R v Morgan, 2024 ABCA 345 case provides valuable insight into the sentencing considerations for dangerous driving causing death in Canada and the factors that can lead to a sentence reduction.

The case involved Johnathan Morgan, who pled guilty to three charges: dangerous operation of a motor vehicle causing death, failure to remain at the scene of an accident, and operating a motor vehicle while prohibited. The trial judge initially sentenced Morgan to a total of eight years imprisonment but, upon appeal, this sentence was reduced to five years.

Examining this case helps illuminate the complexities of sentencing in such cases and highlights the legal principles that guide appellate court decisions.

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Weird and Wacky Wednesdays: Episode 323

As the temperatures drop and winter driving challenges loom, let’s take a break from our usual tales of bizarre crimes and outrageous legal antics to honor those who make a difference daily: bus drivers. This week’s Weird and Wacky Wednesdays highlights bus drivers who didn’t just do their job—they went above and beyond to protect and serve their communities. From rescuing children to putting out fires, these drivers are here to remind us that everyday heroes are out there, rain or shine.

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A Deeper Look at the Limits of Your Right to Protest

The case of R v Pawlowski, 2024 ABCA 342 explores the boundaries of the right to protest in a democratic society. Artur Pawlowski was convicted of inciting mischief due to a speech he gave during a protest that blocked the Coutts border crossing in Alberta, Canada. This protest was in opposition to COVID-19 public health measures.

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Kyla on CTV News: Time limits meant to speed up justice have halted hundreds of criminal cases in Canada

When police turned up at Melanie Hatton’s home in Kelowna, B.C., in November 2021, she says they found her in the bathroom covered in blood, her then-husband Jeffrey Maclean was standing over her “in an aggressive manner.”

She describes a gruesome scene in a court filing, with blood from her head wound allegedly smeared on Maclean’s mouth from his whispering in her ear. The filing in a civil lawsuit against Maclean says he told a 911 operator his wife was “bleeding like a pig.”

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Kyla Lee on CBC’s On The Coast with Gloria Macarenko: Soapbox Social: U.S. election influencers, celebrities and mainstream media

Our Soapbox Social panel, podcast host Mo Amir and Vancouver criminal lawyer Kyla Lee, speak with guest host Belle Puri about the week’s top stories.

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Kyla Lee on CBC’s On The Coast with Gloria Macarenko: Soapbox Social: U.S. election influencers, celebrities and mainstream media Read More »

Weird and Wacky Wednesdays: Episode 322

This week on Weird and Wacky Wednesdays, we’re taking a look at the strangest smuggling attempts, where criminals have gotten creative with hiding drugs in everyday foods. From potatoes to avocados, here’s a roundup of how agricultural products are being used to ship drugs across borders—and how authorities keep unearthing these schemes.

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How Acumen Law firm streamlined operations, including reducing file opening time by 75%

Acumen Law offers legal services related to insurance, immigration, criminal cases, civil forfeiture, and more. Before adopting Clio, Acumen Law was using an archaic solution. But as an expanding law firm, managing the increasing volume of work was becoming difficult, and it was clear that a more robust solution was necessary to efficiently scale its operations.

Kyla, who manages legal operations at the firm, says document management became a big challenge with the firm’s high volume practice. Keeping track of finances was another concern. The firm wanted a solution that gave oversight of everything in one place, so employees could access information from any of the offices.

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