Our team is often at the forefront of provincial and national matters of interest. You can find some of our media interviews, as well as our thoughts about our cases and other legal issues, here.
Section 24(1) of the Charter provides that “anyone whose rights or freedoms, as guaranteed by this Charter, have been infringed or denied may apply to a court of competent jurisdiction to obtain such remedy as the court considers appropriate and just in the circumstances.” In its landmark decision in Vancouver (City) v. Ward, 2010 SCC […]
Under the current system, companies who negligently load trucks or negligently design or maintain roadways cannot be sued for damages in court, even in circumstances, like this, when somebody dies as a result. In this Global News segment, RHE lawyer Jesse Kendall discusses the urgent need for reform in the no-fault system to ensure victims […]
When you purchase home insurance, you are doing so for the peace of mind that if your home is damaged or destroyed by a fire or another cause, you will be able to deal with the problem quickly and efficiently. You expect the insurance company to treat you fairly, and to not deny your claim […]
Did you go on the “Radiance of the Seas” 7-day Alaska experience cruise leaving from Vancouver, B.C., on September 20, 2024 and suffer from nausea, diarrhea, stomach cramping or other flu-like symptoms? If so, your legal rights may be impacted. Rice Harbut Elliott LLP is investigating reports of a serious gastrointestinal illness outbreak among passengers […]
In this devastating hit-and-run case, a driver lost control and severely injured a woman crossing the street before fleeing the scene. The victim’s life has been completely transformed—enduring chronic pain, mental health struggles, and a loss of independence. She now requires ongoing medical care and is unable to work. John Rice comments in this article […]
On Friday, June 14, 2024, RHE lawyers attended the Trial Lawyers Association of BC’s (TLABC) annual Spring Soiree at the Hotel Vancouver. The TLABC is a non-profit society with a membership of approximately 1,500 legal professionals across various practice areas. RHE is proud to have been involved with this respected organization for many years. Notably, […]
This past Friday, RHE was honoured to attend the “For Children We Care” gala, a remarkable event co-sponsored by the Vancouver Canucks, which coincidentally aligned with a playoff game. This annual gala has been instrumental in propelling care and research at BC Children’s Hospital, raising over $33 million since its inception in 1995. This year’s […]
Recent media coverage of a case brought by RHE’s John Rice KC against the Vancouver Police department for the unlawful deployment of a police service dog, assault and battery, in a case of mistaken identity, against a Syrian civil war refugee. See See the Global News article here.
RHE represents a woman who, after receiving a tendon transplant at East Kootenay Regional Hospital, was informed that the tendon was not properly stored in the days leading up to her surgery. The expired human tissue has caused severe medical complications. See the Global News article here.
RHE law is prosecuting a police assault and battery civil claim on behalf of a high-ranking police officer. The officer was off duty and first on the scene of a motor vehicle accident outside his home, when he was attacked by another officer and mauled by a police dog. See the Global News article here.
