Burden of Truth – Season 2
Joanna Hanley finds herself at a top law firm in Winnipeg ready to make a fresh start away from her previous firm. There, a new client draws her into the shadowy world of hackers, activists, and a political movement that won’t take any prisoners. The case leads Joanna through many twists and turns, until she eventually becomes a killer’s target. Her estranged father tries to assist her, which leads to an event that will change both their lives forever. Meanwhile, Millwood’s lifeblood has been left depleted following the bankruptcy of the mill. With rising unemployment rates, tensions in town are running high, leaving Billy to retreat further away from town, but when his reckless brother Shane shows up, Billy is forced to confront childhood memories.
Episodes
Salesman, Cheats and Liars
Joanna Chang is living a new life at a new firm with a new name when she's assigned a case of a brilliant young Internet privacy activist who will turn everything in her new life upside down. Meanwhile, back in Millwood, Billy Crawford is dealing with the aftermath of the Matheson Steel lawsuit.
The Rabbit Hole
Joanna is dealing with the aftermath of a serious and dangerous invasion of her privacy, while in Millwood, Billy entertains his brother Shane’s idea to save the town.
The Milk of Human Kindness
Joanna struggles to control the narrative of Noah's case when Lovand starts a smear campaign against him. Billy and Gerrilynn wait for an answer in their civil suit, when an unexpected visitor turns up in Millwood with an offer.
Guilt by Association
Back in Millwood after learning of a death of someone close to her, Joanna won't get a moment to mourn, as the overzealous police are already zeroing in on Gerrilynn Spence. Joanna and Billy team up to halt a rush to judgment.
Hungry, Cold & Tired
Joanna and Billy try to get Luna out of jail, but a surprise witness comes forward with information.
Manic Street Preacher
Joanna struggles at work and with Luna's upcoming trial while dealing with her grief. Billy finds evidence that may provide an alternate theory.
Never Face the Hangman
On the eve of Luna's trial, Joanna reaches out to an old client when she discovers a new piece of evidence that will lead her to the identity of the real killer. Billy attempts to get help for Shane but is forced to make an agonizing choice.
The Right Road
As Luna's trial starts, Joanna and Billy defend against an avalanche of evidence. With things not looking good, Joanna risks everything by putting an unexpected witness on the stand.