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APR Class Action

Update We are currently awaiting the court’s decision following the hearing of the preliminary questions of law on March 23 and 24, 2023.  Once this decision is released, the actions...

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CHARTER CHALLENGE OF BC CORRECTIONS DISCIPLINARY HEARINGS

https://vancouversun.com/news/local-news/bc-prisoner-charter-challenge-jail-disciplinary-hearings

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UPDATE ON BC FAMILY LAW AND PET CUSTODY

https://vancouversun.com/news/local-news/family-pets-to-get-more-rights-bc-divorce-cases

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Empowering Autonomy: A Landmark Victory in Adult Guardianship

In a recent legal battle that tested the boundaries of individual autonomy and the scope of the Adult Guardianship Act in British Columbia, our legal team achieved a remarkable victory....

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Assaulted by police?

You have the right to sue the police if a police officer uses excessive or unnecessary force against you. The excessive or unnecessary force may be applied directly (e.g. through...

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Kent Class Action

The Claim - Ewert v. Canada (Attorney General) Updated: June 5, 2023 This case concerns the treatment and conditions of confinement of prisoners at Kent Institution during what has come...

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Pet custody – Who gets it?

The love and affection we have for our dogs, cats and other furry or even feathered companions is special. Our pets are valued members of our family. However, when a...

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Suing Police: The Hidden Two-Month Deadline

Have you been injured by police? Do you want to sue them? There is an important two-month deadline following your injury that most people don't know about, and if you...

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Date of Separation? What is it? Why does it matter?

Date of Separation? What is it? And why does it matter? Under BC’s Family Law Act, the date of separation has importance significance for married and unmarried spouses. At the...

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Is My Spouse Entitled to Half My Business?

Splitting Up: Is My Spouse Entitled to Half My Business? So, you have your own business (or your spouse does) and are contemplating separation and/or divorce – but where will...

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