Lawyers are required to navigate a myriad of potential issues for their clients during the course of litigation. Clients rely on their lawyers not only to handle highly complex questions of law, but also to address the procedures required to bring their matters before the courts. While these rules … [Read more...]
Speaking to the Dead: Repealing Laws Against Pretending to Practice Witchcraft
For years, the Criminal Code has been in need of an overhaul.As the cornerstone of criminal law in Canada, the Criminal Code, is a large piece of federal legislation officially called An Act respecting the Criminal Law that includes the majority of Canada’s criminal offences, procedures, and … [Read more...]
“Ghosts” in the Criminal Code
One of the most highly publicized criminal trials in recent Alberta history ended in the fall of2016 with a degree of judicial embarrassment. Having broken new ground by allowing the live broadcasting of his decision in the case, the trial judge mistakenly found Travis Vader guilty of the … [Read more...]
Ghost Consultants and Canada’s Immigration System
If there’s one thing most people - regardless of political stripe - can agree on, it’s that ‘crooked’ consultants are incredibly problematic for Canada’s immigration system. Stories abound in the media of unsuspecting immigrants paying thousands of dollars to an unauthorized consultant, only to … [Read more...]
Protecting Your Invention: Tips from an Intellectual Property Lawyer
The million-dollar idea. It’s the holy grail of inventorship, the kind of thing that inventors and entrepreneurs spend their careers pursuing. But those that do manage to turn their efforts into a golden idea are often confronted with an uncomfortable reality: leveraging that invention for a profit … [Read more...]
How To Deal With Bankruptcy as a Small Business Owner
Considering bankruptcy is never easy. It’s one of the most important – and difficult - financial decisions you will ever have to make. An added worry for some indebted Canadians might be what happens to their financial situation if they are self-employed or running a small business.You may be … [Read more...]
When the Entrepreneur and Tax Man Meet
Starting a business can be exciting, but also incredibly nerve-wracking. While tax considerations are often a low priority, some commonly overlooked issues can cause significant headaches. Below we discuss some key general considerations. Specific advice from a tax professional is … [Read more...]
Steps to Starting a Business in Alberta
The information below is not legal advice and different steps or requirements may be necessary according to your specific situation. It is highly recommended that you speak with a lawyer if you are thinking about or are starting a business.STEP 1: CHOOSE A FORM OF BUSINESSThe first step … [Read more...]
10 Common Mistakes When Launching a New Business
Launching a new business for the first time is not always easy. There many factors to take into consideration - whether financing, marketing, customer acquisition or dealing with legal issues. Many new businesses place legal concerns on the back burner due to costs and time constraints. They … [Read more...]
The Youth Criminal Justice Act: An Overview
Young persons who commit crimes must be held accountable, but in Canada (as in most other western democracies), because of their age, we approach “youth crime” differently than how we approach crimes committed by adults. In keeping with international standards and scientific understanding, young … [Read more...]
