THE EFFECT OF UNSUBSTANTIATED OR FALSE SEXUAL ALLEGATIONS

A complaint was made, the Crown spoke with the complainant and after consideration, withdrew the charge as there was “no public interest” in proceeding with the prosecution. A record of the accusation, true or fabricated, is kept by police and alone is sufficient to destroy a person’s reputation and career.

After facing sharp criticism on Friday from political rivals who demanded the Liberals take action, the Liberal party released a statement Saturday morning to say that Kevin Vuong will “no longer be a Liberal candidate.”
https://www.thestar.com/politics/federal-election/2021/09/18/liberals-say-toronto-candidate-wont-represent-party-after-dropped-sex-assault-charge-was-revealed.html?source=newsletter&utm_source=ts_nl&utm_medium=email&utm_email=0B41BB051FF7EA38DB4BDD5E33BA3AB2&utm_campaign=frst_74635

THE HIGH COST OF LEGAL TUITION – WHO CAN AFFORD IT?

Tuition in Canadian law schools ranges from about $22,000 to $35,000 a year for each of 3 years. In addition is the cost of a residence, if out of town or not living with parents, and the usual costs of living for food, clothing and other personal expenses.

https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/resources/legal-education/canadian-law-schools-202122-resources-if-youre-considering-whether-and-where-to-become-a-lawyer/359445?utm_source=GA&utm_medium=20210903&utm_campaign=CLW-Newsletter-20210903&utm_content=60340243-7A36-40AE-831C-5923AFD1310D&tu=60340243-7A36-40AE-831C-5923AFD1310D

RESPECT FOR COURT REPORTERS – The other unseen participants in court proceedings who are absolutely essential. It’s a difficult job and they do it well.

https://abovethelaw.com/2021/08/court-reporters-deserve-more-respect/?utm_campaign=Above%20the%20Law%20Small%20Law&utm_medium=email&_hsmi=153358656&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8HPNW3hMT9-Mcbps9cfQjF5UrJvo8mu-UXFODE5BHiU8Nqejw8JvReHPnx5112GdLaOdZIS1FLsDFcQWmartgFxKnxQQ&utm_content=153358656&utm_source=hs_email&rf=1

HOW TO END IMPAIRED DRIVING – I’ve said for a long time that mandating motor vehicle manufacturers to integrate alcohol ignition interlock devices in all motor vehicles would effectively end impaired driving by alcohol. Now there are new technologies that can do the same. Political will is what’s needed.

https://www.saltwire.com/atlantic-canada/news/us-senate-bill-seeks-to-require-anti-drunk-driving-vehicle-tech-100619140/