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Utilities of a Reverse Stock Split
A reverse stock split reduces the number of shares that a company has and is intended to increase the per-share trading place.
Tips to Consider When Renewing a Commercial Lease
Parties to a commercial lease who wish to negotiate a renewal must make sure they are negotiating with the right person.
Legal Tips and Tricks: “Shotgun Clause”
When trying to separate from a co-founder or partner, shareholders should carefully review the “shotgun” clause in their shareholder’s agreement.
Commercial Leases vs Residential Leases in India
Parties renewing a lease should ensure that the renewal terms are not contravening any laws within the jurisdiction where the agreement is being applied.
Protection of Confidential Information
This article discusses protection of confidential information.
Tips and Tricks: How to Compensate a New Team Member in Equity
Startup companies often struggle with the valuation calculation, and how to determine the number of shares to issue to a new team member.
Your Best ‘Interest’ - Interest Rates
Every season has its own charm. In North America, December brings...shopping! But January brings...bills. Credit cards and ‘buy-now-pay-later’ plans have made it ever-so-easy to spend more than we earn, so interest rates...
Spam Messages and What You can do to Stop Them
Do you ever get annoying emails from companies you’ve never heard of? Or continuous emails from a company you once agreed to receive an email from years ago?
“Extra Charges May Apply”: When is a Deal Not a Deal?
Everyone loves a good deal! But how do we know if the deal is really a deal? Many of us rely on the integrity of the retailer, and trust that the advertised...
Cashing in on Cashless Exercise of ESOP's
One of the best ways to increase stockholder value is to make each employee a stockholder, and get each employee to 'think like a stockholder'. This has motivated many companies to offer...
Non Profit Organizations May Need to Register before Collecting Funds in a Jurisdiction
Many jurisdictions require not for profit corporations to register before fundraising in the jurisdiction.
Non Profit Organizations May Be Required to Appoint Independent Directors
Depending on the status of the not for profit corporation under applicable tax or corporate legislation, the members may be required to appoint a stated percentage of independent directors.
Can ESOP's Help Improve the Financial Position of the Middle Class?
According to a referenced article, from 2000 to 2012 productivity went up about 25%, but wages increased only about 7% in the United States. Fairly structured ESOP's may be a mechanism for...
CASL Part II: B2B Messages and the Concept of Consent
Are you trying to use the web to reach out to as many people as you can to build your business? - Not so fast! Canada’s new anti-spam legislation (“CASL”), which came...
Protect Your Goodwill - Register Your Trademark!
Trademarks are the name, design, brand or logo that represent the products and services a company offers, they can be the major reason why consumers purchase the product or service.
A Not for Profit is Not Always Eligibile for Property Tax Exemptions
Status as a not for profit corporation does not automatically qualify a corporation for exemption from property taxes.
Property Powers of Attorney - Why You Need One
The other day I was at the library with my 10-year old son. I bumped into a bookshelf next to the children’s section and a book fell to the floor. I picked...
“Do I need to be PCI compliant? A brief look into PCI Compliance
In order to prevent the growing threat of debit and credit card fraud, in 2006, major credit card payment brands such as Visa and Mastercard collaboratively created the Payment Card Industry Council....
Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation: What You Need to Know
This article provides an overview of Canada's Anti-Spam Legislation.
How to Identify Harmful Clauses and Avoid Litigation
Record high numbers of people are quitting their jobs to start their own businesses. This rise in entrepreneurial pursuits is creating an opportunity for tenant-only commercial real estate leasing agents.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan Characteristics
This article discusses various employee stock plan characteristics.
Sleep Train ESOP Terminated after Takeover by Mattress Firm
Even on company acquisitions, an ESOP can be used creatively to both share company profits with employees and provide assets for a retirement plan.
Some B Corps are using ESOP's to Unite Stakeholders' Interests
This article argues that maximizing shareholder returns is not the best way to run a sustainable for-profit corporation.
Wind Turbines: The High Costs of Opposition
Many people are in favour of green energy projects, and in Ontario this would include wind turbine pro...