Real Law vs TV Law

an inaccurate representation of legal proceedings, while real law is grounded in legal principles and aims for accuracy, not high drama.

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There are some significant ways that the way law is practiced in Canada differs from what you see on TV. While television shows often take creative liberties for the sake of entertainment, real law adheres to legal principles and procedures. Here are some key differences between real law and TV law in Canada:

Accuracy and Realism: TV law often portrays legal scenarios in a dramatized and condensed manner, focusing on highstakes courtroom battles. This creates

Timeframe: TV law cases are usually resolved within a single episode or a few episodes, providing a sense of closure and resolution. In reality, legal cases can take months or even years to reach a conclusion, as they involve extensive investigations, court appearances and legal procedures.

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Dramatics: TV law tends to emphasize dramatic confrontations, surprise witnesses and emotionally charged moments. While real trials can have their intense moments, they are generally more procedural and focused on evidence, legal arguments and adherence to rules of the court. Legal Professionals: TV law often portrays lawyers as brilliant, charismatic and constantly engaged in high-stakes battles. In reality, lawyers vary in their skills and personalities, and legal work encompasses much more than courtroom drama, including research, negotiation and client counseling.

Simplified Legal Issues: TV shows often simplify complex legal issues to make them more accessible to the audience. Real law involves intricate statutes, regulations, case law and legal interpretations that may not be as straightforward or easily resolved.

Ethical Considerations: TV law sometimes presents ethical dilemmas and questionable tactics that may not align with the ethical rules and standards governing real lawyers. Real law professionals are bound by codes of ethics and professional responsibility that regulate their behavior and conduct.

Case Resolution: In TV law, cases often have clear winners and losers, with justice served within the duration of an episode. Real law is more nuanced, with outcomes that can vary depending on evidence, legal arguments and the judgment of the court or jury.

It’s important to recognize that TV law serves primarily as entertainment and is not a reliable source for understanding the intricacies of the legal system. To gain a more accurate understanding of Canadian law, it is advisable to consult legal professionals, academic resources or reputable legal publications.

Those Happy Days of Summer

It’s hard to believe, one month of summer is gone. Where oh where did it go?

Chair Fitness will be taking a break for the last week of July and the first week of August and Tennis will be continuing throughout the summer. Please don’t hesitate to give us a call if you are not sure if your particular program is happening during the summer.

Morning Sun Toastmasters will not be meeting during July and August and resuming on Thursday Mornings at 7 a.m. in

September.

Music with Frank on Mondays. Just for Fun Music, Table Tennis, TGIF and Mexican Train will be continuing for August. Please check our calendar for days and times or feel free to call the Centre anytime. 250-3725110.

NOTE: For the month of August we will be closed on Mondays. The Ladies Auxiliary Gift Shoppe will also be closed on Mondays for August.

Our Oasis Restaurant will continue to be open Tuesday to Friday for the month of August.

The Ladies Auxiliary Gift shoppe will also be open Tuesday to Friday for the summer months.

We hope everyone enjoys BC Day on August 7, 2023. We are truly blessed to have such a beautiful Province in which to explore and enjoy.

We at Seniors’ Community Centre would like to take this opportunity to thank all those working to keep our City safe and healthy. We truly thank all those

Firefighters who are working so diligently to protect us from the fires ravaging our Province. Please be safe and do your part to keep everyone safe. Be Fire Smart. Have a wonderful month and we hope you will join us soon at the Seniors’ Community Centre @ Desert Gardens for some fun and socialization. Everyone is welcome. Until next month enjoy this hot summer sunshine as too soon it will turn to those colourful leaves of autumn.