September 19, 2019Now more than ever, companies are seeking to differentiate themselves on the basis of cutting-edge technology or radically different approaches to age-old problems and new problems alike.
June 20, 2019Most jurisdictions’ employment legislation will suggest that, as a default, if someone is doing work for your company (and unless they’re in business for themselves), then they are an employee and must be paid as such for the work performed.
November 27, 2018Delaware, a popular jurisdiction for incorporation in the United States, requires a majority of shareholders to pass a written resolution in lieu of a meeting in most shareholder-level decisions, and unanimous approval from a board of directors on board-level decisions.
January 26, 2018This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com discusses how the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is soon to take effect, meaning Canadian businesses who handle the personal information of EU residents will need to review their privacy policies.
January 26, 2018This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com discusses how, on July 1, 1983, Canada’s Privacy Act was introduced to regulate how federal government institutions managed personal information.
January 26, 2018This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com discusses how companies collect and create mass amounts of data – a lot of it being of confidential nature.
January 26, 2018This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com discusses the implentation of the European Union's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the coming months.
December 21, 2017This article posted on our partner site Mondaq deals with employment law in Quebec and it succinctly recaps the different types of employment relationships.
December 21, 2017This article posted on our partner site Mondaq discusses the enforceability of the Notice of Resignation provision in the case Balckerry Limited v. Marineau - Mes
December 21, 2017This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com provides a concise overview of what costs are involved in terminating an employee in Ontario.
December 21, 2017This article posted on our partner site Mondaq explains the decision of Nagribianko v. Select Wine Merchants Ltd. where an employer terminated an employee during the probationary period on the grounds he was "unsuitable" and provided the appropriate notice.
December 21, 2017This article posted on our partner site Mondaq discusses whather an employee terminated during a probationary period can sue for wrongful dismissal.
December 21, 2017This article posted on our partner site Mondaq examines what “probation” means to both an employer and an employee in respect of obligations and rights on termination.
November 10, 2017This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com outlines “pros” and “cons” to determine what type of strategic option is best to combine the activities of tax-exempt organizations.
November 10, 2017This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com examines the purpose of “entire agreement” clauses which are used to prevent parties who enter into a final contract from invoking prior discussion or understandings to give a different meaning to its provisions and preserve the stability of contractual relations.
November 10, 2017This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com notes that the duty of good faith previously existed in the context of commercial real estate transactions.
November 10, 2017This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com is relevant for TSX-V public companies because it sets out the relevant factors that a board of directors should consider when making the decision to announce its intention.
November 10, 2017This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com examines the surprising decision in IHAG-Holding, A.G. v. Intrawest Corporation, where the terms of a letter of intent were enforced instead of the terms contained in the definitive agreement.
November 09, 2017This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com is pertinent because it explains what is meant by a “material change” when it comes to reporting obligations for Canadian businesses.
November 09, 2017This article considers a parties obligation to reach a definitive agreement despite a letter of intent (LOI) that states that the intent was non-binding.
November 09, 2017This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com explores the nature of transaction letters of intent or (LOI's). An LOI is typically used as the first step of a deal and should briefly outline the key elements of the proposed transaction.
November 09, 2017This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com provides an overview of how a seller can minimize liability by qualifying what constitutes knowledge of a misrepresentation, etc.
November 09, 2017This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com delves into different ways parties can deal with misrepresentation or breach of warranty.
November 09, 2017This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com explores the Quebec case, Francoeur v. 4417186 Canada Inc., as a cautionary tale against entering into a share purchase agreement sans due diligence or full disclosure.
May 25, 2017This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com reviews the case in which a golf ball manufacturer raised a complaint against Costco, who in turn brought an action for a declaration of non-infringement
April 25, 2017This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com highlights the major issues in an important patent infringement case relating to the disgorgement of profits in Canada. The Federal Court of Canada found in favour of DOW Chemicals in a case of patent infringement.
February 02, 2017This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com discusses the importance of executing Intellectual Property assignment agreements when companies collaborate on research projects.
January 16, 2017This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com discusses an ongoing patent battle between the University of California and the Broad Institute over the control of patent rights related to a revolutionary gene editing technology.
November 21, 2016This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com provides an overview of ten intellectual property issues that should be addressed in technology sector mergers & acquisitions transactions.
July 15, 2015This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com discusses recent legal developments that have taken place with the advancement of Virtual Reality
June 19, 2015This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com is helpful in understanding the role Competition Bureau plays in the enforcement of intellectual property rights.
April 15, 2015This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com discusses the intellectual property challenges for designers and manufacturers of products amidst the advancements of 3D printing technology.
September 04, 2014This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com discusses the implications of the use of recognized trademarked goods by Google Glass software for the purpose of triggering ad popups in augmented reality.
June 23, 2014This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com outlines the major changes to the competition laws and rules which came into effect in 2014 that apply to technology transfer agreements.
October 01, 2013This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com provides a brief description on how the clean technology is emerging into a global industry.
July 25, 2012This article posted on our partner site Mondaq provides practice pointers for employers executing Employee Intellectual Property Assignment Agreements.
October 31, 2007This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com explores ways in which a comprehensive intellectual property management program creates new opportunities for cost savings, tax efficiencies, and competitive advantage.
November 02, 1999This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com discusses the importance of properly incorporating clear and unambiguous technology transfer and license elements in a Technoloy Transfer Agreement.