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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.

Trump's Cocaine Trafficker Pardon Sparks GOP Criticism

President Trump's pardon of former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández, convicted for smuggling 400 tons of cocaine, draws sharp rebuke from Republican senators and raises constitutional questions.

Law Society Revokes James Bowie's Licence

The Law Society of Ontario has formally revoked the licence of former Ottawa lawyer James Bowie, following his criminal convictions for extortion and harassment. Read the full details of the case and the professional misconduct findings.

Calgarian convicted for joining ISIS in Syria

Jamal Borhot of Calgary found guilty of participating in ISIS terrorist activities. The conviction follows a lengthy RCMP investigation and a 40-day trial. Read the full details of the case.

Lawyer admits wrong relationship with prosecutor

Montreal defence lawyer Mathieu Rondeau-Poissant testified that his intimate relationship with prosecutor Alice Bourbonnais-Rougeau during a major cannabis case was improper and should never have happened.

Legal Risks at Office Holiday Parties Explained

A Montreal labour lawyer details employer liability and employee conduct at office holiday parties. Learn how to navigate the festivities while understanding your legal rights and responsibilities.

Windsor man gets 4.5 years for guns, drugs

A Windsor man described as bright with good prospects receives 4.5-year prison sentence for firearms and drug trafficking convictions after police traffic stop discovery.

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