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Shikhman Barristers provides clear analysis of criminal law, court decisions, legislation, police powers, bail, trial rights, evidence, sentencing and appeals. Our lawyers also contribute to public discussions about the justice system and publish practical resources to explain the legal issues that may arise when a criminal allegation is made.

Edward Prutschi Discusses Good Samaritan Laws and Overdoses

BORIS BYTENSKY August 22, 2018

Canada is currently in the midst of an opioid epidemic, with over 4,000 Canadian’s dying of opioid overdoses last year. ...

The Intersection Between Family & Criminal Law

BORIS BYTENSKY August 16, 2018

Criminal lawyer Edward Prutschi joined family lawyer Andrew Feldstein on Ask Andrew. The two discussed the various ways criminal ...

Edward Prutschi Discusses Appeal of Acquitted Man

BORIS BYTENSKY July 23, 2018

Toronto criminal lawyer Ed Prutschi was quoted in a Law Times article discussing the Crown’s decision to appeal the acquittal ...

Criminal Lawyer Dissects the Vegas Hotel Lawsuit

BORIS BYTENSKY July 18, 2018

Many people were stunned to hear that MGM Resorts would be suing the victims of the Las Vegas shooting. The ...

Toronto Criminal Lawyer Edward Prutschi Discusses Forcillo’s Chances of Appeal

BORIS BYTENSKY July 11, 2018

Back in 2013, a young man named Sammy Yatim was acting erratically on a streetcar, exposing himself to young girls ...

Criminal Lawyer Edward Prutschi Discusses the Mosque Shooter Sentencing

BORIS BYTENSKY June 25, 2018

Toronto criminal lawyer Edward Prutschi discussed the sentencing of the Mosque Shooter, Alexandre Bissonnette, with Jerry Agar on NewsTalk1010. Bissonnette ...

Edward Prutschi Discusses A Husband In Legal Limbo

BORIS BYTENSKY June 7, 2018

A husband in Saskatoon is in legal limbo after witnessing his wife kill herself. His wife decided to commit suicide ...

Criminal Lawyer Discusses The Reasons Behind Prosecuting Dellen Millard Again

BORIS BYTENSKY May 31, 2018

Convicted killer Dellen Millard is about to go on trial for the third time. The possibility of him ever getting ...

Ed Prutschi Discusses New Legislation That Limits Disclosure of Records

BORIS BYTENSKY May 31, 2018

A law has finally been approved that will prohibit the disclosure of police records of non-convicted Ontario residents. In the ...

Dellen Millard Case & Sonya Shikhman Criminal Lawyer

BORIS BYTENSKY May 29, 2018

The Crown currently has plans to prosecute Dellen Millard, who is already facing two life sentences, for the third time. ...

Boris Bytensky on The Law when it Comes to Defending Your Property

BORIS BYTENSKY May 29, 2018

Read the Full Article on the Toronto Sun: Boris Bytensky on The Law when it Comes to Defending Your Property

Toronto Criminal Lawyer Ed Prutschi Explains Why He’s Against Lie Detector Tests

BORIS BYTENSKY May 27, 2018

Lie detector tests are a staple in cop shows, but Toronto criminal lawyer Edward Prutschi isn’t a fan. In fact, ...

Toronto Criminal Lawyer Explains Why You Can Get Charged For Leaving Snow On Your Car

BORIS BYTENSKY April 23, 2018

It might seem silly, or even illegal, but yes, police can charge you for leaving snow and ice on your ...

Criminal Lawyers Discusses The Top 5 Crimes This Week in Brampton

BORIS BYTENSKY March 6, 2018

Brampton has its fair share of crime, like any city. Here are the top 5 crime stories this week so ...

Criminal Lawyer Edward Prutschi Discusses Disclosure of Records For Innocent People

BORIS BYTENSKY February 27, 2018

It should be common sense that police shouldn’t be allowed to release records for people found innocent, who were acquitted, ...

Toronto Defence Lawyer Ed Prutschi Spars With NewsTalk1010’s Host Over Police Following Proper Process

BORIS BYTENSKY January 26, 2018

Toronto defence lawyer Edward Prutschi sparred with NewTalk1010’s host, Jerry Agar, this morning over the importance for police to ensure ...

4 Things That Make A Good DUI Lawyer in Toronto

BORIS BYTENSKY January 17, 2018

There are thousands of lawyers in Toronto, and many that claim to specialize in DUI or impaired driving cases. But ...

Edward Prutschi Discusses Albert Schultz Case On Vancouver’s Roundhouse Radio

BORIS BYTENSKY January 10, 2018

Toronto’s Soulpepper Theatre Company is in hot water. Both the theater company itself and its founder, actor Albert Schultz, have ...

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