Alberta's Builders' Lien legislation has recently changed and been renamed to the Prompt Payment and Construction Lien Act (the "Act").

For lending institutions, few things can interfere with the priority of a first-ranking mortgage – construction liens and writs of execution are familiar examples.

The Ontario Superior Court recently addressed the evidence required to overcome the presumption of a duty to defend in the context of a liability insurance policy.

The Rules of Court provide that a successful party in litigation is entitled to its costs (Rule 10.29(1)(a)).

The legal action against Tesco ‘constitutes far greater destruction of value’ for shareholders, says ICSA Policy and Research Director Peter Swabey.

On September 15, 2020, the High Court of Justice rendered its judgment in a test case brought by the Financial Conduct Authority ("FCA") to determine whether various policies...

Many financing transactions utilize guarantees in support of commercial loans. It is often a requirement that guarantors either seek independent legal advice or agree to waive their right to receive it.

As of August 31, 2022, the Canada Business Corporations Act (the "CBCA") has been amended with respect to the election and appointment of directors, inter alia. These changes will affect federally...

We often see parties seeking to take out a second mortgage on real property, usually to access equity in the property and use the proceeds to further certain business goals and objectives.

Taxes are one of the main considerations when it comes to a family succession. Implementing an inter-generational business transfer with minimum...

On December 9, 2021, Bill 43, Build Ontario Act (Budget Measures), 2021 (the "Bill") received Royal Assent. Scheduled to come into force on January 1, 2023, the Business Corporations Act (Ontario) (the "OBCA") ...

There are many circumstances where a vendor of a business may remain involved with the business following the closing of the sale transaction. Purchasers often want a vendor to assist with the ...

COVID-19 has impacted every aspect of our economy.

Words such as harassment, bullying, and sexual harassment are fast becoming a staple of workplace vernacular and, with headlines like those above, it's really no surprise.

On January 1, 2023, new federal legislation came into force that will have a significant impact on non-Canadians purchasing property in Canada.

On February 11, 2021, the Supreme Court of Canada denied Co-operators General Insurance Company's leave to appeal the Ontario Court of Appeal decision in...

What is the difference between topsoil and top-notch soil? The former refers to the identity of the goods, and the latter refers to the quality. There is a difference, and the exact...