Humboldt Broncos lawsuit appeal planned after dismissal
Lawyers for the families of Humboldt Broncos victims plan to appeal a dismissed lawsuit. The tragic 2018 bus crash continues to seek legal resolution in Saskatchewan.
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Billionaire loses appeal to lift Canadian sanctions
Igor Makarov, a billionaire former Russian oligarch, has failed to convince a Canadian court to lift sanctions freezing $145 million in assets. The court cited his deep ties to Russia's gas sector and dealings with Vladimir Putin.
Ex-Russian oligarch loses appeal on Canadian sanctions
A Canadian appeal court has dismissed billionaire Igor Makarov's bid to lift sanctions, freezing $145M in assets linked to Russia's energy sector and Putin ties. Read the full ruling.
Alberta court rules lawyer's oath to King unconstitutional
An Alberta court's decision to strike down the mandatory oath to King Charles III for new lawyers has ignited a debate about Canada's identity as a constitutional monarchy. Explore the legal and national implications.
Egypt denies appeal of economist's 5-year sentence
An Egyptian court has rejected the appeal of a prominent economist, confirming a five-year prison sentence. The case highlights ongoing concerns about judicial independence in Egypt.
Quebec Appeals to Supreme Court Over Gaspé Riding
The Quebec government will ask the Supreme Court of Canada to overturn a ruling that invalidated a law delaying the elimination of a Gaspé Peninsula riding. Read the latest on this constitutional battle.
Diddy Seeks Immediate Prison Release in Appeals Argument
Music mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs files an appeal for immediate release from prison. Get the latest details on his legal team's arguments and the case's status.
B.C. Court Orders Explanation of Millions Sent to Disbarred Lawyer
A B.C. Supreme Court judge has ordered an alleged U.S. fraudster to account for millions sent to a disbarred Vancouver lawyer. Get the latest on this cross-border financial mystery.
Supreme Court Rejects Trump's Guard Deployment in Chicago
The U.S. Supreme Court refused to allow the Trump administration to deploy National Guard troops in Chicago for immigration enforcement. This marks a rare legal setback for the administration.
Alberta Appeal Court Orders New Trial for Calgary Counsellor
The Alberta Court of Appeal has ordered a new trial for a Calgary addictions counsellor previously convicted of sexual assault. The case involves a 2019 encounter with a teen in Lethbridge. Read the full legal details.
U.S. Appeals Harvard Funding Ruling
The Trump administration is appealing a judge's decision to reverse federal funding cuts at Harvard University. Get the latest details on this ongoing legal and political battle.
Alberta Court Exempts Lawyer from Monarchy Oath
The Alberta Court of Appeal has ruled a lawyer need not swear allegiance to the monarch, citing religious freedom. The decision redefines the legal oath's meaning in Canada.
Alberta court voids lawyer's oath to King on Charter grounds
An Alberta Court of Appeal ruling declares the lawyer's oath of allegiance to the sovereign a Charter violation. Explore the case, its implications for citizenship, and the call for an appeal.
Crown Appeals Verdict in Fatal 2023 Workplace Incident
Ontario's Crown Law Office appeals the acquittal of supervisor Steven Deans in the 2023 electrocution death of worker Nicholas Chenier. A new trial is sought.
Tesla driver convicted of 196 km/h impaired driving awaits bail
An Ontario man convicted of impaired driving after reaching 196 km/h in a Tesla awaits a bail decision pending his appeal. Get the latest details on this high-speed case.
B.C. spa owner released on bail pending appeal
The B.C. Court of Appeal has granted interim release to a medical aesthetics spa owner convicted of seven sexual assaults. He will be under 24-hour house arrest while appealing his 11-year sentence.
Canmore homeowners fight vacancy tax in court
Owners of secondary properties in Canmore are taking the town's livability tax to the Alberta Court of Appeal. Get the latest on this municipal financial dispute.
B.C. Court Rules First Nations Must Be Consulted on Mineral Claims
B.C.'s Court of Appeal overturns a lower court ruling, stating the province must consult Indigenous groups before granting mineral rights. A landmark decision for resource law.
Supreme Court sets March 23 for EMSB Bill 21 appeal
Canada's Supreme Court will hear the English Montreal School Board's challenge to Quebec's secularism law, Bill 21, on March 23. This follows a 2024 Quebec Court of Appeal decision. Read the latest.
Supreme Court Quebec Secularism Law Hearings March 23
Canada's Supreme Court will begin hearings on Quebec's controversial secularism law, Bill 21, on March 23, 2026. The landmark case will examine the law's constitutionality and its impact on religious freedoms.
Supreme Court restores woman's attempted murder conviction
The Supreme Court of Canada has reinstated a woman's conviction for the attempted murder of her mother. The ruling, delivered on December 5, 2025, overturns a previous appeal court decision. Read the full details of this significant legal reversal.
Supreme Court Allows Texas to Use Trump-Backed Map
The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that Texas can proceed with a controversial congressional map backed by former President Trump for the upcoming midterm elections. Get the latest details on this pivotal decision.
B.C. murderer found in contempt for refusing to testify
A Vancouver judge has found a convicted murderer in contempt of court for refusing to answer questions, citing the 'inmate code.' The ruling highlights tensions between court orders and prison culture.
Man abandons appeal in 2021 Regina manslaughter
Abdimalik Dahir Mohamed has dropped his revised appeal of a 10-year manslaughter sentence for the 2021 shooting death of Ahi S. Ebrotie in Regina. No reasons were provided for the abandonment.
Costco Sues Over Trump Tariffs for Refund Guarantee
Costco and dozens of other major companies are suing the Trump administration to secure refunds if the Supreme Court strikes down controversial global tariffs. Read the latest on this high-stakes trade battle.
Costco sues U.S. to preserve tariff refunds
Retail giant Costco takes legal action against the U.S. government to secure refunds for tariffs if President Trump loses a Supreme Court appeal. Get the full story on this major trade dispute.
Japan High Court Rules Against Same-Sex Marriage
A Japanese high court has ruled against same-sex marriage, setting up a crucial Supreme Court decision that could reshape LGBTQ+ rights in Japan. Follow this developing story.
New trial ordered in 1989 Toronto child murder case
The Ontario Court of Appeal has ordered a new trial in the 1989 murder case of a 10-year-old Toronto girl. Learn about the latest developments in this decades-old case.
Montreal Trafficking Case Delayed by Supreme Court
A Montreal judge delays verdict in human trafficking case after Supreme Court ruling questions if drivers are protectors or pimps. Decision expected February 2025.
CIJA Appeals University of Windsor Agreements in Court
The Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs asks Ontario's higher court to overturn University of Windsor agreements. Latest developments in the ongoing legal battle.
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