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Who Owns the IP? Is it the Employer or the Employee?

Intellectual Property (IP) ownership rules determine whether an Employer or an Employee holds rights to the creation at hand. Although IP covers a broad range of federal laws and statutory rights, the three most relevant to Employers in Canada are Patents, Copyright and Trademarks.

Trademark Usage: Simple Rules of the Road

The display of trademarks causes a tension between legal requirements and marketing priorities. It often requires a delicate balancing of trademark notices and visual appearance considerations.

TRADEMARKS: The Perspective of the Average Consumer

In a court of law, a judge must often assess a person’s act or omission against a certain legal standard of human conduct to determine whether that person’s behaviour was harmful or unlawful.

Cannabis Trademarks on the Rise

Impact of COVID-19 on Contractual Obligations

In light of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), many businesses are confronted with questions about the legal and regulatory implications.

Thinking of Becoming a Franchisee?

Opening a franchise location is a great way for you to become a business owner and to work for yourself. Here are a few tips if you are looking to become a franchisee.

NDAs: Are They Worth The Paper They’re Written On?

Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), sometimes called Confidentiality Agreements, are a type of contract which compels its parties to come under the proverbial “cone of silence.”

A Time of Reckoning – IRS Shuts down Offshore Voluntary Disclosure Program

As of September 28, 2018, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) will shut down the 2014 Offshore Voluntary Disclosure Program (OVDP).

Incorporating Your Medical Practice: It’s Never Too Early To Talk About It

Far too many Physicians lose out on significant financial benefits by waiting until they are five, ten or fifteen years into their practice before they decide to incorporate. Don’t let that be you! When you are a Medical Resident, especially one in the final year of your residency, it is important

Canada's Anti-Spam Legislation

On July 1, 2014, the bulk of Canada’s anti-spam legislation (“CASL”) came into effect. If your business or organization sends electronic messages to communicate information, you must be aware of this law. The legislation is complicated. This overview is intended to highlight the

Open for Comment: You Can Help Determine how Crowdfunding will be Regulated

Following the lead of Saskatchewan, the security regulators of Nova Scotia, Quebec, Saskatchewan, New Brunswick and Manitoba are seeking feedback on proposed regulations with respect to raising money and issuing securities via the internet (‘Proposed Regulations’). Ontario and British Columbia have