Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, also known as PTSD, is a psychological injury caused by experiencing or witnessing a terrifying event.
Symptoms often include flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety, and uncontrollable thoughts about the event. Those who suffer from PTSD may require psychological counselling, medication, and other therapeutic help to assist with recovery. The personal injury team at Watson Goepel will help organize your rehabilitation and obtain funding from those responsible.
A recent boating accident in B.C.’s Georgia Strait has brought marine safety into the spotlight after a charter boat reportedly sank near Roberts Bank, prompting a large-scale rescue operation. While the cause of the incident remains under investigation, tragedies like this raise important questions about personal injury claims, legal responsibility, and the rights of injured passengers.
In January 2024, British Columbia’s Intimate Images Protection Act (the “IIPA”) came into force, along with the Intimate Images Protection Regulation (the “IIPR”) to address the unauthorized distribution or threat of distribution of intimate images.
Workplace sexual harassment and misconduct in British Columbia is under renewed scrutiny following a systemic investigation launched by the Office of the Police Complaint Commissioner (OPCC). For employers and employees alike, this raises important questions: What is considered workplace sexual misconduct? What are an employer’s legal obligations in B.C.? And how should organizations respond to complaints?
This article outlines what you need to know—and why this moment matters for workplaces across all sectors.
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