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CBABC Announcement

CBABC Statement on Le v British Columbia (Attorney General)

  • July 12, 2022

The Supreme Court of British Columbia struck down the Attorney General’s limit of 6% of total damages on July 8, 2022, a regulation that limited the recovery of disbursements for successful parties in personal injury actions arising from motor vehicle accidents.

Media Release

Six BC Lawyers recognized at CBABC Bar Awards celebration

  • June 14, 2022

The Canadian Bar Association, BC Branch honoured several outstanding BC lawyers in 2022, all of whom have contributed to the cause of justice. This year’s deep pool of nominations led to a record number of six award recipients.

CBABC Submission

Submission: 2023 BC Budget Consultations

  • June 07, 2022

In our 2023 Budget Consultations, CBABC appeals to the Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services to expand the scope of coverage for legal aid, establish a robust data collection and disclosure infrastructure to understand the experience of the users of the court and justice system, and complete the digital transformation of the court system.