The latest Legally Speaking segment with Michael Mulligan takes listeners on a fascinating journey through British Columbia’s alternative dispute resolution landscape, revealing both promising innovations and concerning pitfalls in our justice system. The conversation begins with an extraordinary Civil Resolution Tribunal case in which a woman abandoned $95,000 of her $100,000 claim to proceed […]
Demons on Motorcycles: When Psychiatric Breaks Meet Civil Responsibility
/in Legal News /by mtp_adminWhat happens when someone experiencing a psychotic episode intentionally crashes into a motorcyclist they believe is a “demon”? This fascinating exploration of mental illness and legal liability takes us through a landmark BC case that transforms how we understand responsibility when reality breaks down. The distinction between criminal and civil liability becomes crucial as we […]
Rescuer Doctrine and Security for Costs
/in Legal News /by mtp_adminThe complex interplay between law, morality, and human tragedy takes center stage in our latest episode examining three compelling legal cases that highlight how our justice system navigates competing interests. We begin by exploring the “rescuer doctrine” – a legal principle establishing that if someone’s negligence creates a dangerous situation, they can be liable […]
Special Edition – Bill 7: Eby Power Grab Partially Walked Back
/in Legal News /by mtp_adminPremier David Eby’s partial retreat on the Economic Stabilization Tariff Response Act marks a significant moment in BC’s response to US tariff threats. While the government has agreed to remove Part 4 of Bill 7—the section granting powers to amend legislation without parliamentary approval—legal expert Michael Mulligan reveals why serious concerns remain. The bill still […]
The $95,000 Gamble: Civil Resolution Tribunal Lessons and Residential Tenancy Mansion Dispute
/in Legal News /by mtp_adminThe latest Legally Speaking segment with Michael Mulligan takes listeners on a fascinating journey through British Columbia’s alternative dispute resolution landscape, revealing both promising innovations and concerning pitfalls in our justice system. The conversation begins with an extraordinary Civil Resolution Tribunal case in which a woman abandoned $95,000 of her $100,000 claim to proceed […]
The BCNDP’s Bill C-7 threatens retroactive offences and attempts to bypass courts
/in Legal News /by mtp_adminDemocracy stands at a crossroads in British Columbia as Michael Mulligan delivers a powerful analysis of the NDP’s proposed Tariff Response Act (Bill C-7). Drawing on historical parallels that send shivers down the spine, Mulligan unpacks how this legislation bears troubling similarities to Nazi Germany’s 1933 Enabling Act—legislation that effectively rendered their legislature irrelevant […]
Sentencing for Adult Store’s “Herbal Remedy” Contained Triple-Dose Prescription Drugs
/in Legal News /by mtp_adminA Canadian adult entertainment company faces an $850,000 fine after Health Canada’s undercover operation exposed a lucrative scheme selling “natural health products” that secretly contained prescription medication. Michael Mulligan walks us through how MFH International Enterprises marketed pills called “Harmony” and “Passion Femme” as herbal alternatives while charging premium prices of nearly $140 for […]
Intellectual Property: Canada’s Secret Weapon in Trump Trade War
/in Legal News /by mtp_adminThe spectre of trade wars looms as social media announced tariffs threaten to disrupt the Canada-US relationship, but a powerful alternative to the traditional tit-for-tat approach exists. Rather than punishing ourselves with counter-tariffs that make goods more expensive for Canadians, we could follow Brazil’s remarkably successful strategy from 2010. When faced with harmful US […]
Deportation Civil Jury Trials and Murder Sentencing
/in Legal News /by mtp_adminThe intricate world of immigration law can be daunting and full of surprises, especially for individuals who have called Canada their home for decades. This podcast episode dives deep into real-life scenarios that showcase the complexity of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act and its ramifications for permanent residents. One of the focal points […]
Public Park Liability and Marine Mammal Regulations
/in Legal News /by mtp_adminIn a gripping discussion this week, we delved into the complexities surrounding occupiers’ liability through a specific incident involving a 17-year-old who sustained life-altering injuries after a tree fell on him in a local park. This situation not only sheds light on the intricacies of legal responsibility but also brings to the fore the […]
From Traffic Dilemmas to Inheritance Protection
/in Legal News /by mtp_adminUnderstanding the legal intricacies surrounding speeding violations and inheritance rights is crucial for navigating today’s legal landscape. In this episode, we dive deep into two significant cases that illuminate these topics and the complexities that arise. The first segment highlights the confusion over speed limit enforcement, particularly in the context of construction zones. With […]