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.
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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