Monday 19 April 2010
Tuesday 13 April 2010
Nanc gives to other women
Nanc Rick will be presenting a donation to Bobbi Jacobs of the Ann Davis Society on Monday, April 19 at 10am. The address is 9475 Williams St. in Chilliwack.
Ms Rick recently won a landmark family law case (Rick v Brandsema) at the Supreme Court of Canada. Rick is most commonly cited for its discussion of the importance of meaningful legal advice in spousal negotiations, its emphasis on the duty to make full and honest disclosure, and its call for deference to findings by trial judges, including conclusions about vulnerability and exploitation in the family setting.
"Another important principle established in this case," says West Coast LEAF (Legal Education And Action Fund, an intervenor in Rick) Executive Director Alison Brewin, "is a firm statement that getting legal advice does not automatically mean both parties are equal. The Supreme Court recognized that having some legal advice does not ensure a fair agreement. Too often, women in BC can only access a few hours of legal representation. If the Court of Appeal decision had stood, imagine what it might have meant for women trying to challenge an unfair agreement."
Finally, her eight year battle won, Ms Rick desires to give further assistance to women in situations like hers. She has chosen the Ann Davis Society of Chilliwack as a worthy recipient of funds that will make a real difference in some women’s lives.
Members of the public and the press are welcome to the presentation and Ms Rick will be available for comment.
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