Brain injuries can range in severity, from a mild concussion to a severe traumatic brain injury.
A brain injury is a devastating and life changing event, and can leave the injured person unable to work, care for their family or in some cases even function normally on a day-to-day basis.
The effects can be catastrophic for the physical, emotional and psychological well-being of the victim and their loved ones. Brain injuries can be difficult to diagnose, and recovery can take time and can be a challenging road.
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.
Cheerleading is a growing sport with thousands of participants across Canada, including many youth and competitive athletes in British Columbia. As the sport continues to expand, athletes are pushing the limits of their training and performances with increasingly complex stunts, lifts, and tumbling passes. With this growth, however, comes an increased risk of injury. This raises an important question: when a cheerleader is injured, who bears legal responsibility? Are youth athletes themselves to blame, or can their coaches and the programs they train with be found negligent under British Columbia law?
Dozens of children were taken to hospital after falling ill in a hotel pool in Canmore, Alberta. This incident raises important questions about hotel liability and duty of care for guests.
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