Monthly Archives: August 2012

Tony Nicklinson Has Died

Tony Nicklinson has died just six days after a British court denied him the right to die with assistance.  Nicklinson died in his home in Melksham, west of London, on August 22, 2012.  Nicklinson died from refusal of food and fluid, which he stopped … Continue reading

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Nicklinson Denied Right to Assisted Death: High Court

Tony Nicklinson and A.M. are claimants in a right to die case in England.  Each suffer from the catastrophic disability known as “locked in syndrome.” The claimants are unable to suicide without help and they brought separate cases to the High Court.  The Court ruled … Continue reading

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Carter v Canada: Gloria Taylor Retains Right to Die

Gloria Taylor has defended her right to a constitutional exemption! The BC Court of Appeal has denied the Attorney General of Canada’s attempt to prevent Gloria Taylor from exercising her court-approved right to die. Gloria Taylor, who is terminally ill, … Continue reading

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