Janelle O’Connor to co-chair the up-coming CLEBC Sexual Violence Civil Conference, May 21, 2025

mai 7, 2025

Our colleague Janelle O’Connor is co-chairing the CLEBC Sexual Violence (Civil) Conference 2025, taking place on May 21 in person in Vancouver (venue TBD) and online. This essential conference will explore evidentiary challenges, the intersection of criminal and civil proceedings, evolving case law on vicarious liability, and trauma-informed legal practices.…

Angela Bespflug ranked as Litigation Star by Benchmark Litigation Canada

mai 5, 2025

We are delighted to congratulate our colleague Angela Bespflug on being recognized as a 2025 Litigation Star by Benchmark Litigation Canada and for her achievement in being shortlisted (once again!) for a Benchmark Litigation Canada Award in the category of Plaintiff Litigator of the Year. View Angela’s Benchmark profile HERE.…

News coverage of civil sexual assault lawsuit against Ivan Henry

février 18, 2025

Early this month we were honoured to represent five courageous women who succeeded in a civil lawsuit they brought against Ivan Henry for sexually assaulting them in their homes in the early 1980s. In addition to the statement our firm released regarding this case: Henry News Release, there has been…

Millenium Scoop Class Action certification hearing underway on behalf of BC’s Indigenous child welfare survivors and their families.

octobre 9, 2024

Currently, a pivotal hearing is underway in Vancouver. It concerns the certification of a proposed class action against Canada and the Province of BC for their alleged systematic discrimination against Indigenous children and their families in British Columbia. The hearing, set for Oct 7-11, 2024, is expected to deliver a…

Angela Bespflug ranked in Chambers Canada Guide 2025

Murphy Battista LLP is pleased to share that our colleague Angela Bespflug has been recognized in the Chambers Canada Guide 2025 for her work in “Dispute Resolution: Class Action (Plaintiff)” achieving a Band 3 ranking in this category. Chambers rankings reflect expertise, professionalism, and commitment to the delivery of effective…

MB Offices Closed for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 2024

septembre 25, 2024

Murphy Battista LLP offices will be closed on Monday, September 30, 2024, to observe the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. We acknowledge the history and ongoing generational trauma caused by Canada’s residential schools. We also reaffirm our commitment to the ongoing work of reconciliation. This includes learning more about…

Angela Bespflug is one of Benchmark Canada’s “Top 100 Women in Litigation” 2024

août 21, 2024

Angela Bespflug‘s recognition as one of Benchmark Canada’s Top 100 Women in Litigation for 2024 is a moment of pride and honour for all of us. These women are recognized leaders in litigation and have earned the respect of their peers and clients. Angela’s unwavering commitment to justice throughout her…

B.C. faces class action lawsuit over ICBC payments to MSP

juin 3, 2024

The B.C. Supreme Court has ruled that a lawsuit against the province and ICBC can proceed as a class action. The class action alleges that the province used ICBC to tax people for health-care costs illegally. Scott Stanley is representing the plaintiffs. Scott told Global News, “If the lawsuit is…

Angela Bespflug is Benchmark Litigation Canada’s Plaintiff Litigator of the Year!

mai 9, 2024

We are delighted to share that our colleague Angela Bespflug was named Plaintiff Litigator of the Year last night at the 2024 Benchmark Litigation Canada Awards. This is the third time Benchmark has acknowledged the excellence of Angela’s work, which has made a significant difference in the lives of our…

Delays in civil sexual assault trials create further access to justice barriers.

janvier 31, 2024

Janelle O’Connor is quoted in an article that addresses the many ways our justice system is failing survivors of sexual violence. Read the full story: She sought justice for sexual assault. B.C.’s judge shortage became her battle.