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Business disputes taking a bite out of in-home ice cream parlour
Starting a home-based business in Ontario takes courage and determination. Many do so for both personal satisfaction and profit. What these neighbourhood entrepreneurs are often hoping to avoid is becoming entangled in business disputes. Unfortunately, that is exactly what has...
Buyers Of Franchise Business Entitled To Detailed Information
Buying a franchise means making a large investment. Buyers should be aware that they have the legal right to comprehensive information about the franchise before the deal is finalized. The Arthur Wishart Act The government passed the Act in 2000...
Blog Update – Franchisor’s Obligation to Disclose Lease Arrangements to Prospective Franchisees
NOTE - The information contained in the following blog post is no longer accurate. Further information will follow. The following is an update to a blog posted on October 24, 2015: Franchisor's Obligation to Disclose Lease Arrangements to Prospective Franchisees. Pursuant...
Should You Incorporate Your Ottawa Business?
At some point in time, every business owner considers whether or not he or she should incorporate his or her business. The structure of a business, like many other things in life, is fluid and can change. Many small businesses,...
The Importance of a Well-Drafted Asset Purchase Agreement
A recent decision of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice highlights the importance of a well-drafted asset purchase agreement. In Jonathan's - Aluminum & Steel Supply Inc. v. Retail Alloy Metal & Plastic Plus Ltd. (Oct. 20, 2015), 259 A.C.W.S....
