Common Law Cousins: Canada & New Zealand Embark on a journey through Canada and New Zealand’s legal intricacies with Michael Mulligan from Mulligan Defense Lawyers as we dissect how these common law cousins approach justice, representation, and the battle against drugs. You’ll be captivated by our discussion highlighting the disparities in Indigenous peoples’ representation […]
Unnecessary Mastectomy Damages and Rape Shield Laws
/in Legal News /by mtp_adminHow does a jury decide the value of the emotional and physical toll from a medical misdiagnosis? Join us as we explore a poignant case where a woman was mistakenly diagnosed with breast cancer and underwent unnecessary surgery, leading to a $400,000 jury award. We’ll unravel the stringent criteria needed to hold a doctor […]
Threats to Legal Independence in British Columbia and House Arrest for Manslaughter
/in Legal News /by mtp_adminCould the very pillars of legal independence be shaking in British Columbia? Michael Mulligan, Barrister and solicitor of Mulligan Defence Lawyers, joins us in dissecting the controversial Legal Professions Act. His perspective shines an unflinching light on how this act could threaten the impartiality crucial to our justice system and the public interest. Get […]
Skid Steers as Weapons and the Continued Legal Battles Over Health Worker Vaccinations
/in Legal News /by mtp_adminDiscover the unexpected legal twist when a skid steer transforms from a farm machine into an alleged weapon! Michael Mulligan, our expert from Mulligan Defence Lawyers, is back to dissect a peculiar case from Vernon where a man faces assault charges for using his skid steer in a dispute with homeless trespassers. Learn what […]
Legal Language and the Realities of Drug Enforcement in BC
/in Legal News /by mtp_adminDiscover the true impact of British Columbia’s drug policy changes and the possible re-criminalization of hard drugs in public spaces as we navigate the labyrinthine details of Section 56 of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. With the guidance of Michael Mulligan from Mulligan Defence Lawyers, our latest conversation illuminates the gaps between government […]
Appeal Bail for Green Party Deputy Leader, Security Guard Guilty of Manslaughter and the Escheat Act
/in Legal News /by mtp_adminPrepare to be engrossed as Michael Mulligan from Mulligan Defence Lawyers dissects the intricate case of Ms. Davidson, deputy leader of the federal Green Party, whose criminal contempt conviction has stirred debate. The fine line between staunch activism and legal adherence is put to the test in our discussion of her bail pending appeal. […]
The Presumption of Innocence, Bail, and an RCMP Officer Appeals His Conviction
/in Legal News /by mtp_adminJoin the riveting conversation with Michael Mulligan from Mulligan Defence Lawyers as we unravel the complexities of the presumption of innocence in a special episode that delves into the legal labyrinth following a man arrested for multiple carjacking incidents. Mulligan illuminates the difficult decision points for police post-arrest and lays bare the intricacies of […]
Political Interference & Manslaughter at Costco – Legally Speaking
/in Legal News /by mtp_adminPrepare to navigate the tumultuous waters of legal reform and societal justice with our guest, Michael Mulligan from Mulligan Defence Lawyers. Our latest episode peels back the layers of Bill 21, a contentious BCNDP legislation aimed at bringing the regulator of lawyers in British Columbia under political control. Feel the electric tension as we […]
The Battle for Independence: Assessing the Impact of Bill 21 on British Columbia’s Legal System
/in Legal News /by mtp_adminBill 21 – What’s at stake? British Columbia’s legal system faces a seismic shift with Bill 21, a move that could rock the bedrock principle of lawyer independence. As the government nudges its way into the Law Society’s boardroom, we’re left pondering: will the scales of justice tilt in favour of those in power? […]
The Legal Systems of Canada and New Zealand and Their Impact on Indigenous People and Drug Laws
/in Legal News /by mtp_adminCommon Law Cousins: Canada & New Zealand Embark on a journey through Canada and New Zealand’s legal intricacies with Michael Mulligan from Mulligan Defense Lawyers as we dissect how these common law cousins approach justice, representation, and the battle against drugs. You’ll be captivated by our discussion highlighting the disparities in Indigenous peoples’ representation […]
Preserving the Independence of the Legal Profession in British Columbia
/in Legal News /by mtp_adminPlans to revamp the Law Society of BC Discover the fate of legal independence in British Columbia as Michael Mulligan from Mulligan Defence Lawyers lends his expertise to the latest legal system ‘modernization’ attempts. This week’s episode pulls back the curtain on the government’s controversial plans to revamp the Law Society of British Columbia, including […]