Can we really ensure the safety and dignity of elderly care facility residents when young adults with severe mental health and addiction issues are placed among them? This episode exposes the unsettling reality in Victoria and Nanaimo, where vulnerable elderly individuals share long-term care homes with younger adults facing significant challenges. We break down […]
Are machetes the next weapon to be banned in Canada? Join us as we dissect the provincial NDP Attorney General’s request to the federal government following a tragic attack in Vancouver. We’ll scrutinize the effectiveness of recent bail reforms and explore the peculiarities of Canada’s current weapon prohibitions, including some surprising bans on items […]
Curious about the legalities that surround everyday mishaps? Join us as we explore these fascinating topics with Michael Mulligan, a seasoned Barrister and Solicitor from Mulligan Defence Lawyers. We kick off by dissecting a real-life incident where a woman sustained serious injuries after tripping in a pothole at a 7-Eleven parking lot. Michael offers […]
Discover the hidden cracks in British Columbia’s mental health system as we dissect a recent tragic case in Vancouver that underscores systemic failures. Despite the Mental Health Act’s provisions, inadequate resources and treatment facilities have left many vulnerable individuals untreated and homeless. We’ll explore the urgent need for proactive measures and discuss how addressing mental […]
Can changing bail laws solve the epidemic of drug addiction and mental illness plaguing British Columbia? Join us as Michael Mulligan challenges the status quo, making the case that the province’s focus on bail reform is a misstep. Instead, Mulligan argues for a more holistic approach that prioritizes comprehensive treatment resources to tackle the […]
Ever wondered how a simple oversight can cost thousands in the legal world? Join us in this episode of Legally Speaking as we examine a pivotal case in the Canadian criminal justice system where the Crown’s failure to hand over essential police notes in an impaired driving case led to a hefty financial penalty. […]
Ever wondered how far the boundaries of solicitor-client privilege extend? Join us in a riveting conversation with Michael Mulligan from Mulligan Defence Lawyers as we explore the critical nuances of wiretaps and lawyer-client communications. Starting with a fascinating case from Saskatchewan, we uncover the story of a lawyer acquitted of obstruction of justice for […]
What if the justice system could truly hold police accountable? Explore the intricate and troubling case from Prince George, starting with a tragic encounter between an Indigenous man and RCMP officers that led to his death. We’ll unravel the story of a bystander’s crucial video evidence, its controversial deletion, and the ensuing legal battles […]
How can courtroom chaos lead to a year-long prison sentence being overturned? Discover the riveting story of a man’s disruptive behaviour during his trial that led to a contempt conviction. Find out why his relentless pseudo-legal arguments and interruptions didn’t hold up as the Court of Appeal stepped in to reverse the decision. We […]
What happens when a tragic act of violence intersects with mental illness and substance abuse? Join us on Legally Speaking as we unpack the heart-wrenching case of a 25-year-old Indigenous man in Trail, BC, who fatally attacked a 78-year-old stranger. This episode challenges the simplistic narrative of violent acts as mere bail system failures. […]
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