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When Nine-Year-Old Charleigh’s Life Hangs on a Ministerial Decision

June 26, 2025/in Legal News /by mtp_admin

  What happens when a child’s life depends on a medication that costs nearly a million dollars per year? In this eye-opening conversation with Michael Mulligan of Mulligan Defence Lawyers, we take a deep dive into the tragic case of nine-year-old Charleigh Pollock from Langford, who suffers from the rare genetic disorder: Batten disease. Mulligan […]

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Bible, Chicken, or Dog? The Bizarre World of Courtroom Oaths

June 19, 2025/in Legal News /by mtp_admin

  The legal landscape in Canada continues to evolve with significant implications for sexual assault cases, courtroom procedures, and sentencing guidelines. A groundbreaking Supreme Court of Canada decision has overturned a British Columbia sexual assault conviction in a case where prosecutors introduced evidence about the complainant’s sexual inexperience without proper screening. The Court established that […]

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Supreme Court of Canada Orders Acquittal: A Miscarriage of Justice

June 12, 2025/in Legal News /by mtp_admin

  What happens when crucial evidence is withheld from the defence in a murder case? The devastating consequences unfolded in a tragic BC case where a woman’s life was completely shattered after being wrongfully convicted in connection with a toddler’s drowning death. The Supreme Court of Canada recently ordered an acquittal for a woman who […]

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Legal Fixtures and Your Home Purchase

June 5, 2025/in Legal News /by mtp_admin

  Navigating the legal maze of property transactions and civil judgments requires understanding nuances that aren’t always obvious. Michael Mulligan, barrister and solicitor with Mulligan Defence Lawyers, unpacks two fascinating cases that illuminate these complexities. First, Mulligan explores a cautionary tale about what constitutes a “fixture” in home purchases. When buyers discovered a beloved dresser […]

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When Dogs Bite and Gas Stations Annoy: Legal Insights with Michael Mulligan

May 29, 2025/in Legal News /by mtp_admin

  Ever wondered if your dog could land you in legal hot water? Or what happens when your neighbour’s business becomes an unbearable nuisance? Legal expert Michael Mulligan returns to Legally Speaking with three captivating cases that reveal the fascinating intersection of everyday life and Canadian law. The spotlight first falls on Juliet, a miniature […]

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Through the Legal Looking Glass: BC Court Cases That Matter

May 22, 2025/in Legal News /by mtp_admin

  The BC Court of Appeal has delivered a significant ruling that serves as a stark warning to property sellers: crossing out questions on disclosure forms doesn’t eliminate your responsibility to be truthful. When a seller drew lines through all disclosure questions, writing only that the property was tenant-occupied and he’d never lived there, he […]

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The Legal Case of Ferb: A Dangerous Dog on Trial

May 15, 2025/in Legal News /by mtp_admin

  What does it take to sentence a dog to death? Far less than you might think. In our latest deep dive into fascinating legal territory, we explore a heartbreaking case from Kamloops where a pit bull named Ferb faced the ultimate penalty under BC’s dangerous dog laws. The story weaves through a tragic background […]

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Vicarious Liability for Sexual Abuse and Sick Notes for Traffic Court

May 8, 2025/in Legal News /by mtp_admin

The complex legal landscape of vicarious liability takes center stage in this illuminating discussion with Lawyer Michael Mulligan. At the heart of our conversation is a heartbreaking Victoria case where a retired teacher-turned-tutor sexually abused a grade six student, resulting in a $2.3 million judgment. We dissect the Court of Appeal’s reasoning on why, despite […]

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From Warrants to Wheelchairs: Legal Solutions for Those Who Need Them Most

May 2, 2025/in Legal News /by mtp_admin

  Navigating mental health crises poses profound challenges for families watching loved ones deteriorate without effective intervention options. This episode sheds light on a powerful yet underutilized legal tool – Section 28 of BC’s Mental Health Act, which allows family members and concerned individuals to apply directly for a “warrant of apprehension” when someone exhibits […]

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ICBC Privacy Breaches and Rap Evidence in a Murder Trial

April 24, 2025/in Legal News /by mtp_admin

Privacy rights take center stage as the BC Court of Appeal delivers a powerful message to organizations handling sensitive information. When an ICBC employee sold policyholder data to criminal organizations, resulting in targeted arson and shooting attacks against numerous victims, the insurance giant fought tooth and nail to minimize compensation. The Court ultimately upheld a […]

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