Understanding Corporations
In Canada, there are many forms of business structures, including corporations, partnerships and sole proprietorships. As businesses commence operations, or grow and evolve, owners and managers need to determine which structure is appropriate. For those who are considering starting a business, or changing the structure of an existing business, advice from a business lawyer and...
Continue reading the post titled Understanding CorporationsThe Supreme Court of Canada Provides Guidance on Preferable Procedure and Access to Justice
On December 12, 2013, the Supreme Court of Canada released its decision in AIC Limited v Fischer, 2013 SCC 69, which provides very useful guidance on the preferable procedure requirement for certification, particularly on the meaning of access to justice in the preferability analysis. On December 12, 2013, the Supreme Court of Canada released its...
Continue reading the post titled The Supreme Court of Canada Provides Guidance on Preferable Procedure and Access to JusticeWhen Is a Layoff Not a Layoff?
Q. When Is a Layoff Not a Layoff? A. When it’s a termination. A recent decision of the Ontario Superior Court has given some employers confidence that they will always be allowed to lay off employees provided they follow the requirements of the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (“the ESA”). Unfortunately, we think that confidence may well...
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Understanding privacy impact assessments (PIAs) and their importance for your business
In the ever-evolving data privacy landscape, businesses must stay ahead of the curve to protect themselves and their customers. One crucial tool that can help you navigate this complex terrain is a privacy impact assessment, or PIA. What is a privacy impact assessment (PIA)? Privacy impact assessments are like a roadmap for safeguarding personal data...
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The Environmental Review Tribunal has refused to stay a multimillion dollar order to the former officers and directors of a bankrupt company and its parent, pending appeal, whether or not the Ministry of the Environment had jurisdiction to issue the Order.
Continue reading the post titled No stay for Order to former officers and directorsThe Preferred Approach to Resolving Issues of Pass Through in Antitrust Claims
The Preferred Approach to Resolving Issues of Pass Through in Antitrust Claims (Presented at the 2012 International Cartel Workshop. American Bar Association. Feb 1-3, 2012) Introduction Just as numerous countries around the world begin to address civil claims for cartel conduct and decide on the best system to implement, Canada is in the midst of sorting...
Continue reading the post titled The Preferred Approach to Resolving Issues of Pass Through in Antitrust ClaimsWhat To Consider When Hiring A Personal Injury Lawyer
When hiring a personal injury lawyer, you should consider their experience, reputation, and location. Experience: Lawyers work on business deals, transfer real estate, create wills, and argue in court. Lawyers can handle a variety of legal issues, or be specialized, focusing on business disputes, family law, wills and estates, or representing injured people. Choosing a lawyer with...
Continue reading the post titled What To Consider When Hiring A Personal Injury LawyerA ‘dose of pragmatism’ from Court of Appeal
By Peter Dillon for AdvocateDaily.com Ontario’s Court of Appeal released its much-anticipated decision in this case on Jan. 25, 2018. I say much-anticipated because the summary judgement decision of Justice Wendy M. Matheson of the Superior Court of Justice had thrown the proverbial wrench into the works of most franchisors. Distilled version of the facts The franchise...
Continue reading the post titled A ‘dose of pragmatism’ from Court of AppealConsent of Minors to Medical Treatment
The basis for the requirement of consent is found in the common law and in legislation in several provinces1 including Ontario. Interestingly, consent and capacity legislation varies among the provinces such that there are differences among the provinces as to the requirements and conditions for obtaining consent. Two general requirements and conditions for obtaining consent...
Continue reading the post titled Consent of Minors to Medical TreatmentCan the threat of personal liability stop fluoridation?
Opponents of fluoridation have started to threaten councillors with personal liability for fluoridated water, in the hope of changing municipal policy on water treatment. The province created this problem, and they should fix it.
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