Court Sees Video of Fatal U-Haul Hit-and-Run in Edmonton
Surveillance footage of a deadly police pursuit involving a U-Haul truck was presented in an Edmonton courtroom. The incident, from February 2024, resulted in a fatality.
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Supreme Court Justice Sheilah Martin Announces Retirement
Justice Sheilah Martin, a former University of Calgary dean, will retire from the Supreme Court of Canada at the end of May 2024 after over six years of service.
Trump's Legal Setbacks: Courts Block Key Policies
A series of federal court rulings have blocked Trump administration actions on energy, health, and election funding. Rachel Maddow highlights the mounting legal defeats.
Supreme Court Justice Sheilah Martin to retire May 30
Supreme Court of Canada Justice Sheilah Martin will retire on May 30, 2026. The announcement marks the end of a significant judicial career. Read about her legacy and what's next for Canada's highest court.
Refugee gets another chance to stay in Canada after 9-year return
A Turkish refugee who lost his status after returning home for nine years has won a Federal Court appeal for another chance to regain protected person status in Canada. Read the full story.
Guilty plea in Prince Albert security guard stabbing case
A guilty plea was entered in Prince Albert Provincial Court in the case of a stabbing involving a security guard. Get the latest details on this developing story.
Quebec's 2026 Political Battles: Legault, CAQ, and Key Rulings
As 2026 unfolds, Quebec faces pivotal political questions: Will François Legault lead the CAQ into the fall election? Can new leaders revive the Liberals and PQ? Plus, crucial Supreme Court rulings on Bills 21, 96, and 40 loom. Explore the year's defining
Alleged gang leader acquitted in police obstruction case
A Quebec Court judge acquitted Jean-Philippe Célestin and Bastian Rituit of obstruction, citing insufficient evidence and contradictory police testimony. Read the full details.
Bankrupt B.C. man's lavish lifestyle puzzles court
A British Columbia court is investigating how a bankrupt man maintains an extravagant lifestyle with no clear source of income. The case raises questions about financial disclosure.
Luigi Mangione heads to court to block death penalty
Luigi Mangione appears in Manhattan court seeking to block the death penalty. The hearing follows his December 2025 evidence hearing. Read the latest developments.
Judge's Pattern of Rulings Questions Immigration System Integrity
An analysis of Federal Court Justice Avvy Yao-Yao Go's recent decisions reveals a pattern of halting deportations and citizenship revocations, raising concerns about the enforcement of Canada's immigration rules. Explore the details and implications.
Sask. Court Hears Arguments in Christian School Lawsuit
The Saskatchewan Court of Appeal heard arguments on a stayed lawsuit against a private Christian school. Get the latest details on this ongoing legal case.
Cottam man pleads guilty to dangerous driving mid-trial
A Cottam man changed his plea to guilty during his trial for dangerous driving in a Windsor court. Get the details on the case and its resolution.
CRA to pay $9,500 after judge rules tax decision unreasonable
A Federal Court judge has ordered the CRA to pay nearly $10,000 in legal costs after ruling its refusal to refund a Toronto firm over $879,000 was unreasonable. The case stemmed from a contentious phone call.
RCMP officers lose bid for home sale loss compensation
Seven RCMP officers transferred from Fort McMurray lost hundreds of thousands on home sales. A Federal Court judge upheld the force's decision not to fully cover their losses under a changed policy. Read the full story.
Supreme Court's 10-Year Move to Temporary Home
Canada's Supreme Court will relocate to a temporary home this summer for a decade-long, $1B+ renovation of its crumbling 80-year-old building. Get the latest on the delayed project.
Trial Underway to Determine Driver in Windsor Crash
A Windsor Superior Court trial is now hearing evidence to establish who was behind the wheel during a serious collision. Get the latest updates on this and other ongoing cases.
Class Action Against Ticketmaster Approved in Quebec
A Quebec Superior Court has authorized a class-action lawsuit against Ticketmaster over service fees. The case, approved on January 6, 2026, could impact many Canadian consumers. Learn more about the allegations and potential implications.
Maduro's Lawyer, Who Defended Assange, Takes on US Case
Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro, represented by lawyer Barry Pollack who secured Julian Assange's release, pleads not guilty in a New York federal court. The high-profile trial begins.
Victim testifies in Windsor sexual assault trial
A sexual assault trial in Windsor, Ontario, hears powerful testimony from the victim. Follow the latest courtroom developments from the Superior Court of Justice.
Supreme Court's Pro-Rich Bias Widens, Hits 47% Gap
New economic research confirms Justice Jackson's warning of a Supreme Court bias toward the wealthy. A 70-year study reveals a 47-point partisan gap in rulings for the rich. Explore the data and its implications for justice in Canada and beyond.
Defiant Maduro pleads not guilty in U.S. court
Deposed Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro pleaded not guilty in a New York courtroom, calling himself a 'prisoner of war' after a dramatic arrest. Read the full details of the hearing.
Judge stops citizenship revocation over decade-long delay
A Federal Court judge has set aside the revocation of a pharmacist's Canadian citizenship, criticizing immigration officials for a 10-year delay in acting on residency fraud allegations. Learn the details of this landmark case.
Man accused in D.C. pipe bomb plot to stay jailed before trial
Brian Cole Jr., accused of placing pipe bombs near political headquarters in Washington, will be detained pending trial. Get the latest details on this federal security case.
Court Orders Shopify to Retain Data for CRA Case
A federal appeal court has mandated Shopify Inc. to preserve specific data related to a Canada Revenue Agency investigation. This ruling impacts the Ottawa-based e-commerce giant's data retention policies.
Jury finds Steeve Gagnon guilty in Amqui truck attack
Steeve Gagnon has been convicted on all charges for the 2023 truck attack in Amqui, Quebec. Read the full details of the verdict and the tragic incident.
Chief Justice: Constitution 'Firm and Unshaken' in 2025
Canada's Chief Justice declares the Constitution remains robust as the Supreme Court faces pivotal rulings. Explore the implications for Canadian law and governance.
Court Allows Medicaid Cuts to Planned Parenthood During Lawsuit
A U.S. appeals court rules Medicaid funding cuts for Planned Parenthood can proceed as lawsuit continues. The decision impacts healthcare access amid ongoing legal and political debates.
2025 Windsor Court Cases: Crime & Punishment Review
A look back at Windsor's most serious court cases of 2025, including terrorism, murder, and drug trafficking. See how justice was served in the community's worst crimes.
High-Profile Criminal Cases That Shaped Canada in 2025
From a major hockey sex assault trial to an ostrich farm controversy, lawyer Nick Cake analyzes the court rulings that dominated headlines across Canada in 2025. Explore the legal impact.
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