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Chaos in Court: Overturned Contempt Conviction and Medical Negligence Explored
Legally Speaking with Michael Mulligan - July 12, 2024 21:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingHow 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...
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Unpacking Tragedy and Justice: Manslaughter Sentencing & Wrongful Dismissal Insights
Legally Speaking with Michael Mulligan - July 05, 2024 16:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingWhat 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 narra...
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8.5 Years in Jail for Driving, HPV Vaccine dispute, and a Driving Appeal by 80 Year Old
Legally Speaking with Michael Mulligan - June 28, 2024 21:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingWhat happens when the law collides with contentious family decisions and public safety? Join us as we sit down with Michael Mulligan, a barrister and solicitor from Mulligan Defence Lawyers, to dissect a variety of complex legal scenarios. From the stringent criteria required to appeal to the Su...
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Employment Law, Language Rights, and Wildfire Liability
Legally Speaking with Michael Mulligan - June 24, 2024 16:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingCan employers terminate employees without cause, and what are the legal nuances involved? Michael Mulligan from Mulligan Defence Lawyers to unravel a recent Court of Appeal decision in British Columbia surrounding wrongful dismissal, notice, and an employment contract. We dissect the case of a s...
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Informer Privilege vs. Fair Public Trials and Damages for a Puck Injury
Legally Speaking with Michael Mulligan - June 13, 2024 18:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingWhat happens when the right to a fair and public trial clashes with the need to protect informer confidentiality? This episode of our podcast takes you through a riveting journey into the complex world of informer privilege and the right to a transparent judicial process. We scrutinize a landmar...
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ICBC Privacy Breach, Royal Bank Sues over Visa Bill and Looses, and a Tree Dispute
Legally Speaking with Michael Mulligan - June 06, 2024 21:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingCan corporations truly safeguard your privacy, or are we all at risk? Join us as we tackle this pressing question with Michael Mulligan from Mulligan Defence Lawyers. In one of the most startling cases in recent memory, we dissect how an employee at the Insurance Corporation of British Columbia ...
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Unnecessary Mastectomy Damages and Rape Shield Laws
Legally Speaking with Michael Mulligan - May 30, 2024 18:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingHow 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 criter...
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Threats to Legal Independence in British Columbia and House Arrest for Manslaughter
Legally Speaking with Michael Mulligan - May 24, 2024 20:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingCould 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 impar...
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Skid Steers as Weapons and the Continued Legal Battles Over Health Worker Vaccinations
Legally Speaking with Michael Mulligan - May 16, 2024 18:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingDiscover 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 hom...
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Legal Language and the Realities of Drug Enforcement in BC
Legally Speaking with Michael Mulligan - May 09, 2024 18:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingDiscover 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 Lawy...
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Appeal Bail for Green Party Deputy Leader, Security Guard Guilty of Manslaughter and the Escheat Act
Legally Speaking with Michael Mulligan - May 02, 2024 18:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingPrepare 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...
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The Presumption of Innocence, Bail, and an RCMP Officer Appeals His Conviction
Legally Speaking with Michael Mulligan - April 25, 2024 22:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingJoin 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 difficu...
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Opposition to a BCNDP Attempt at Political Interference with Legal Regulation, Manslaughter at Costco and Indigenous Justice Funding
Legally Speaking with Michael Mulligan - April 18, 2024 18:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingPrepare 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 unde...
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The Battle for Independence: Assessing the Impact of Bill 21 on British Columbia's Legal System
Legally Speaking with Michael Mulligan - April 11, 2024 19:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingBritish 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? This epis...
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The Legal Systems of Canada and New Zealand and Their Impact on Indigenous People and Drug Laws
Legally Speaking with Michael Mulligan - April 04, 2024 22:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingEmbark 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 disparitie...
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Preserving the Independence of the Legal Profession in British Columbia
Legally Speaking with Michael Mulligan - March 21, 2024 18:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingDiscover 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 B...
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Healthcare, Homicide, and the Scales of Justice in Canada
Legally Speaking with Michael Mulligan - March 14, 2024 20:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingDiscover the intricate dance of legality and medicine as we sit down with Barrister and Solicitor Michael Mulligan from Mulligan Defense Lawyers, dissecting a lawsuit that could transform the landscape of healthcare in British Columbia. The Society for Canadians Studying Medicine Abroad, represe...
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Digital Privacy and Drug Decriminalization Litigation in BC
Legally Speaking with Michael Mulligan - March 08, 2024 21:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingUnderstand the groundbreaking shift in digital privacy through an engaging conversation with Michael Mulligan of Mulligan Defence Lawyers as we dissect a recent Supreme Court of Canada judgment. The verdict is reshaping how we perceive privacy concerning our IP addresses, which, as it turns out,...
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Unlawful Halding of Evidnce Ends a Murder Trial and First Nation's Rights vs Electricity
Legally Speaking with Michael Mulligan - March 01, 2024 21:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingDiscover the thin line between lawful investigation and constitutional breaches with our expert Michael Mulligan from Mulligan Defense Lawyers. We dissect a murder case where evidence handling sparked controversy and an acquittal that left many questioning the integrity of the investigation. Div...
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Dentist Drama, Extradition Dilemmas, and Condo Conflict
Legally Speaking with Michael Mulligan - February 22, 2024 21:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingHave you ever grappled with the intricate workings of the legal system or wondered how an ordinary person can fare against its complexities? Michael Mulligan from Mulligan Defense Lawyers joins us to unpack a gripping small claims court drama where a patient fearlessly faces a dentist over accus...
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The Presumption of Destruction, Small Airline Seats, and Character Evidence
Legally Speaking with Michael Mulligan - February 16, 2024 18:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingUnlock the secrets of safeguarding your last wishes with a captivating narrative from Quadra Island, where an elderly lady's lost will sets off a legal firestorm over the presumption of destruction. As I narrate this tale of vanished legacies, you'll discover the critical importance of not only ...
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BC Religious Property Tax Exemption and No Power for Cryptocurrency
Legally Speaking with Michael Mulligan - February 09, 2024 18:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingFrom the sanctified grounds of religious buildings to the surprising sanctuaries for fruit trees and bomb shelters, we probe the public policy implications when specific properties are relieved from bearing the tax burden, leaving others to shoulder the financial weight. Our discussion navigate...
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The Impact of proposed Land Act Amendments, Contract Frustration and Municipal Censure Overturned
Legally Speaking with Michael Mulligan - February 01, 2024 19:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingDiscover the far-reaching consequences of proposed changes to the Land Act in BC. With 94% of BC's land owned by the Crown, changes that would afford First Nations groups veto power over land use decisions could have a profound impact on how the province is governed. The provincial government...
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Emergencies Act Ruling and Construction Liability
Legally Speaking with Michael Mulligan - January 25, 2024 21:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingUnravel the complexities of Canadian law with barrister and solicitor Michael Mulligan, as he clarifies a major court decision on the government's use of the Emergencies Act during the 2022 trucker protest. Grasp the intricacies of why the court found this move both unreasonable and unconstituti...
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Protesters, Pigs, Trusts and Soccer Tackle Liability
Legally Speaking with Michael Mulligan - January 18, 2024 19:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingThis episode brings to the forefront the delicate balance between activism and legality, alongside the intricate nature of estate planning. The discussions offer invaluable insights for anyone interested in how the legal system addresses these often contentious issues. We are also introduced to...
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A Tennant Windfall, Dismissal for Cause, and Future Earnings
Legally Speaking with Michael Mulligan - January 11, 2024 19:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingNavigate the complexities of landlord-tenant relationships with the expertise of Barrister and Solicitor Michael Mulligan from Mulligan Defense Lawyers, who joins us to unravel a contentious case where legal procedures and personal rights collide. As we dissect the Duncan case, you'll gain an un...
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British Columbia's Drug Policy: Decriminalization and Legal Challenges
Legally Speaking with Michael Mulligan - January 06, 2024 03:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingDive into the heart of British Columbia's drug policy transformation with the sharp legal insight of Michael Mulligan from Mulligan Defense Lawyers. Unravel the threads of the decriminalization initiative and the controversial exemption sparking debate from the streets to the courtroom. Amidst t...
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Estate Conflicts, Real Estate Fiascos, and Fisheries Act Violations
Legally Speaking with Michael Mulligan - December 31, 2023 06:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingNavigating the intricate labyrinth of inheritance law, Michael Mulligan from Mulligan Defense Lawyers illuminates the conflicts that can ensnare beneficiaries doubling as executors of wills. Our conversation scrutinizes the importance of meticulous estate planning and the often-overlooked wisdom...
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An ICBC Class Action for Over Charging and Under Paying and Liability for a Car Dealership
Legally Speaking with Michael Mulligan - December 22, 2023 04:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingWhen it comes to understanding the intricate legalities surrounding car accidents and insurance monopolies, there's no better guide than Michael Mulligan from Mulligan Defence Lawyers. In a revealing podcast episode, Mulligan elucidates murky financial arrangements at the Insurance Corporation o...
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Limits on Municipal Tree Protection, The Duty to Defend, and No Permit Demolition
Legally Speaking with Michael Mulligan - December 14, 2023 23:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingWe started by discussing a captivating case from Central Saanich, a family farm at the center of a contentious legal dispute over tree protection bylaws. As we delved deeper into the case, we questioned the extent of the Community Charter's power on municipalities and whether farming should be c...
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