Webb speaks to PostMedia on appellate review after a recent SCC decision

Melanie Webb

May 25, 2021

Appeals, Trials

Melanie spoke to PostMedia on appellate review and the importance of the sufficiency of reasons at the trial level, after the recent release of a decision from the Supreme Court of Canada in a sexual assault case.

Melanie Webb

April 8, 2021

Appeals

Webb is quoted in The Lawyer's Daily on a recent sexual assault appeal

Melanie Webb

April 8, 2021

Appeals

Melanie spoke with The Lawyer’s Daily on a recent appellate case dealing with sexual assault and the improper reliance on rape myths.

Webb shares her thoughts in The Lawyer's Daily on recent Court of Appeal decision

Melanie Webb

November 26, 2020

Trials

Melanie was interviewed by The Lawyer’s Daily on her thoughts regarding the recent decision of the Court of Appeal in R. v. Cook, 2020 ONCA 731, where the Court ordered a new trial for a man convicted of several drug offences. This case speaks to the necessity of the Court, defence counsel, and the Crown to remain vigilant throughout trial, and guard against the admission of highly prejudicial evidence.

Relevance key in introducing evidence of past sexual history

Melanie Webb

September 13, 2019

Sexual Assault, Appeals

The past relationship between the complainant and the accused cannot be introduced as evidence in sexual assault cases unless it is clearly shown to be relevant, says Toronto criminal lawyer Melanie Webb.

Melanie Webb

July 9, 2018

Appeals

Writing a compelling, effective factum for an appeal

Melanie Webb

July 9, 2018

Appeals

Writing in a compelling manner that is straight to the point is a necessary art in crafting an appellate factum, Toronto criminal lawyer Melanie Webb tells AdvocateDaily.com.