Twenty years ago, Fermi Wong embarked on her first ever protest against the government. Little did she expect she was to be joined by at least half a million other demonstrators. In July 2003, Hong Kong people took to the streets to fight the imminent passage of security legislation linked to Article 23, part of […]
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Victims claim gender discrimination in the application of sex crime laws
WARNING: This article contains details of abuse Leslie McMillan still remembers the night she dragged her intoxicated friend, Ali, out of their high school music teacher’s hotel room. “She’s lying on his bed, on her back, totally passed out, pants undone,” recalled McMillan. “I knew in my gut what had happened.” It was May 1987 […]
Family of murdered Alberta toddler, mother urges federal politicians to pass Noah’s Law
A private member’s bill that proposes changes to the Criminal Code of Canada and the Sex Offender Information Registration Act has been introduced in Parliament and has the family of two Alberta murder victims calling for lawmakers to support it. “Noah’s Law,” formally known as Bill C-336, was introduced in both the House of Commons […]
Turkey elections: Erdogan gives cash to supporters in stark violation of Turkish law
Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan was seen handing out cash to supporters after casting his vote in the runoff vote of the presidential election on Sunday. The incumbent head of state handed out bank notes worth 200 liras (approximately $10) each, and shook hands with supporters who were lined up outside the door, Reuters reported. […]
Can your Will be Challenged after you die? Contesting a Will and Family Provision Applications Explained
A common question that is asked is whether estranged family members or step-children may be able to challenge their entitlements under a will. Although challenging the will usually comes after death, it is important for anyone making a will to understand: who is entitled to challenge a will; and whether the challenger may be successful […]
‘Don’t want anyone to be hurt again’
A Parksville couple is warning the public about a former tenant who they say is illegally selling law services. The Willards say they’re out thousands of dollars in rent and are concerned for those who may think Daniel Lozinik is running a legitimate business. “$12,000, so we are four months behind in rent,” said Marcus […]
Undue Influence in a Will
Situations may arise where you may suspect your loved one has taken advantage of. Family members may become suspicious when their dearly departed, leaving a significant portion of their assets to one family member or to someone who is not even a family. It is important to be aware of how you may challenge a […]
Opinions | Fox News settlement with Dominion is good for defamation law
Comment on this storyComments “I could stand in the middle of Fifth Avenue and shoot somebody, and wouldn’t lose any voters.” — Donald Trump Fox News could plop one of its prime time anchors at a desk in the middle of Sixth Avenue, in front of Fox’s headquarters, and the anchor could report that John […]