Author Archives: James Buckley

James Buckley

James began working with Tony Vecchio and Mike Slater in 1997 and was part of the team of lawyers who joined Tony and Mike at the start up of Slater Vecchio in 1998. James has only ever prac...
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Hosting a Party? You Could be Liable

Hosting an NHL playoff party? A birthday or grad celebration? Did you know that if one of your guests consumes alcohol and causes an accident, you could be held liable for injuries and damages? The Province reports an Alberta couple, … Continue reading

Category: Motorists, Uncategorized

Drinking & Driving Part II: Financial Consequences

In my last post, I discussed the loss of life and serious injuries caused by those who drive while impaired. But are you aware that you could lose your house and face bankruptcy if you injure someone while driving under the … Continue reading

Category: Motorists

Drinking & Driving: Facts and Statistics

It’s stupid. It’s dangerous. It’s against the law. And yet we continue to hear stories about drinking & driving all the time. A recent article in The Province reported that a Surrey man is facing charges after driving erratically through Chilliwack. … Continue reading

Category: Motorists

Street Sense & Child Safety

People across the province are giving a collective sigh of relief as they learn of 3-year-old Kienan Hebert’s return to his family in Sparwood, BC. The news is certainly a happy ending to BC’s most recent Amber Alert. In light … Continue reading

Category: Child Safety

Toy Safety and Your Child

Toy sales in Canada are a multibillion-dollar business, with the large majority of the manufacturing done around the world. In light of the many recent toy recalls, the Canadian government has been forced to look more closely at the important … Continue reading

Category: Child Safety