The Covid-19 pandemic has accelerated the transition to a more digital workplace. Now, it is more convenient than ever before to store and...
Contracts & Drafting
Data Privacy – Part 2: Privacy Policy
The Covid-19 pandemic has accelerated the transition to a more digital workplace. Now, it is more convenient than ever before to store and...
Data Privacy – Part 1: Personal Information
The Covid-19 pandemic has accelerated the transition to a more digital workplace. Now, it is more convenient than ever before to store and...
Covid-19 and Breach of Contract a/k/a Force Majeure to the Rescue!
The Covid-19 pandemic and government mandated shutdowns are slowing down and even putting many businesses, perhaps yours included, on...
2019 Brings Sweeping Changes to Canadian Privacy Policies
Did you feel the earth move January 1, 2019? If you are an aficionado of privacy rights in Canada, you just may have. Starting January 1,...
Difference in NDA Contracting Practices Between Canada and Europe
I recently encountered a difference in legal cultures between Canada and Europe that has massive implications for businesses who use...
The Risks of Drafting Legal Documents Without a Lawyer
When it comes to business contracts, agreements and/or policies, they may all appear to be redundantly similar — at least to the untrained...
Employment Agreements Protect Against Liability and Greater Expense
A common misconception amongst business owners is that employment agreements with employees aren’t necessary because all legal rights are...
First Right of Refusal Vs. Shotgun Clause in Shareholders’ Agreements
Becoming a shareholder in a company is easy enough to do — removing yourself (or someone else) is a complex and legal process. This is...
What Does It Mean to Include ‘Good Faith’ Performance Expectations in Agreements?
When negotiating agreements, it’s common for one or more parties to insist on including the term ‘good faith’ in various clauses. This...