Know Your Rights Podcast

🚑 Not every ER visit gets treated the same, and that's by design.

Jeremy Syrtash on the triage scale hospitals use to prioritize care.

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🧊 The addiction you can see is rarely the whole story.

Cristian Renzi on why real recovery means digging into what's happening below the surface.

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When people talk about cases like Harvey Weinstein, the shocking part is not just what happened, it’s how long it was treated like an open secret. 🎬

Predators rely on fear and silence to keep going, and that’s why it takes so much courage for anyone to come forward. ⚠️

But there’s real power in numbers, and movements like have helped more survivors speak up and be heard. ✊

Progress is happening, but the fact that this is still so common is a reminder that silence protects the wrong people. 🧡

🏠 Survivors of child sexual abuse face a dramatically higher risk of su***de, and it's rarely treated as the long-term public health issue it actually is.

Maria Barcelos on why survivors need dedicated, safe spaces.

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Contingency fees are about access to justice, not upfront money. ⚖️

Most people cannot afford to pay hourly legal fees, or fund a case that can cost $10,000 to $20,000 out of pocket. 💸

That’s why contingency exists: you can pursue your case without paying upfront, and the firm carries the financial risk for years, even if the case does not succeed. 🧾

It can make the difference between “I have rights” and actually being able to enforce them, especially when a criminal conviction is not possible. 🚫

No one should be locked out of justice because they can’t afford the first step. 🛑

🚨 Tinted windows, reflective coatings, oversized spoilers, they can all get you fined if they compromise visibility or safety.

Sean Shapiro on where the line is between a cosmetic upgrade and a ticketable offense.

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🙅 "Boys will be boys" isn't an explanation, it's an excuse.

Our guest on why brushing off certain behavior with that phrase does boys, and everyone around them, a disservice.

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If you or someone you know has experienced sexual assault, you can reach out for help privately and safely. 🧡

There are free and confidential ways to contact us, including social media, our phone line, or our website. 📩

Consultations with a lawyer are free, and there are no “dumb” questions. ⚖️

You’ll be guided through the process, step by step, and you’ll leave the conversation knowing what your options and next steps can look like. 🧾

🤝 The first phone call is often the hardest one to make.

Maria Barcelos, Executive Director and Registered Psychotherapist at The Gatehouse Toronto, on why survivors supporting survivors changes what recovery feels like.

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