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Can Consumers Be Forced into an Arbitration Agreement by 'Liking' a Brand on Facebook and Receiving a Coupon?
When will a website user be bound by an arbitration clause that is buried in the Terms of Use Agreement? When addressing such questions, courts look to the basic principles of contract...
Developer Hacks Mobile App with Harmful Malware
The developer of the app 'Prized' was caught using its users' smartphones and other electronic devices to mine for cryptocurrency, which was damaging for the hardware, with the potential to leave it...
Blog Bite: In what case would aggressive patent management trigger the scrutiny of the Competition Bureau?
This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com is helpful in understanding the role Competition Bureau plays in the enforcement of intellectual property rights.
Court May Stay Proceedings in Favour of Arbitration Where Binding Arbitration Clause Covers Dispute and Parties Have Given Notice of Arbitration
A court may stay proceedings brought against a contractor to repay wages paid by the counterparty to subcontractors in accordance with employment legislation, even when the amount payable is not in dispute,...
What are the Copyright Implications of Pinterest?
This article discusses the copyright issues associated with the use of the popular social networking site Pinterest. Pinterest encourages users not to pin their own items and cautions against self-promotion, but their...
Detailed Description of Assets May Avoid Title Transfer Issues
Parties to an asset purchase agreement may avoid unpleasant surprises with respect to title transfer issues if every asset, or category of assets is carefully itemized in a schedule to the agreement....
Protecting Intellectual Property can be Essential in a Distribution Agreement
This article points out that when parties enter a distribution agreement, it is prudent to take extra precautions to protect intellectual property.
Scope of Release Is Crucial to Settlement Agreement
A good settlement agreement should clearly define the effect the agreement will have on future and current claims, and whether it applies to all claims between the parties, or only those claims...
IP Transfer Agreements Should Carefully Define the IP to Be Transferred
This article is about the Official Rules and Regulations of the Flip-Flop Friday contest sponsored by CTV Regina.
Sweetheart Lease Not So Sweet For The Sellers
Drafters of commercial lease agreements should beware when drafting the minimum rent clause. An option to renew an agreement can oblige the landlord to offer to renew for the original (lower) rent,...
Notice of Arbitration to Government of India Indicates Transparency Issues
The delay of the Government of India in setting prices for natural gas has prompted the contractor group of the D6 block to serve a notice of arbitration over the issue.
JV Parties Must Develop Comprehensive Background IP Protection Strategy
Joint ventures (JV) have lower capital costs than 100% acquisitions, which makes them increasingly popular during times of economic uncertainty, however JV partners are likely to be actual or potential competitors.
When Should a Company Declare Dividends?
When declaring dividends it is important to be aware that your company may be susceptible to a reassessment by the Canada Revenue Agency (“CRA”). This is something you want to avoid, therefore...
Blog Bite: Will Alabama enforce choice of law provisions?
This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com discusses the impact of the ratified Amendment 884 to the Alabama Constitution. The author states that with this amendment, Courts will not enforce foreign...
Blog Bite: What are the possible changes for corporations contracting with the federal government regarding confidentiality provisions?
This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com discusses the changing regulations after a federal statute was enacted that prohibited federal funds to go to corporations who had confidentiality agreements which prevented...
Blog Bite: Legal challenges and recourses for designers and manufacturers of 3D printing technology
This 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.
Fundraising: Finding and Managing “Retail” and “Accredited” Investors
I performed some searches yesterday to identify recent publicly-listed technology companies via TMX Money and I found that technology companies and biotechnology companies are starting to take a major share of new...
Blog Bite: How can organizations minimize the risks associated with their independent contractors' designations?
This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com discusses the benefits and, more importantly, the risks associated with designating workers as independent contractors in a contract.
What are the benefits and requirements to incorporating in Gambia?
This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com outlines the requirements of incorporating in Gambia and its desirable characteristics.
Choosing a Board of Directors or Board of Advisors For Your Business
Selecting a board of directors or a board of advisors is an important decision and should be given careful consideration. Both roles are treated differently for liability purposes.
Blog Bite: What laws must parties be aware of when structuring a contractor agreement?
This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com pinpoints notable features of the Russian Federation's Civil Code with respect to independent contractor agreements such as mandatory provisions, and more.
Blog Bite: Can oral evidence be included if it contradicts the written evidence of the contract?
This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com discusses the main issue of whether extrinsic evidence should be considered if it contradicts the evidence of the contract.
Registration of Your Business Outside of Your Legal Jurisdiction
To do business outside of the jurisdiction that a corporation is registered in, your corporation may need to apply for a licence for your corporation to be formed in that jurisdiction.
Blog Bite: What should be included in a privacy policy?
This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com provides an overview of the guidance provided by the Canadian Privacy Commissioners for compliance of privacy laws.