"The only certain things in life are death and taxes (–Benjamin Franklin)," so it's a good idea to start thinking about estate planning.

Peter A. Saad and Gordon Chan of Loopstra Nixon LLP discuss the main ways in which you can avoid an M&A transaction deteriorating – or even collapsing – and why asking yourself a number...

As the legal industry continues to evolve with the advancement of technology, law firms and lawyers are constantly seeking new tools to improve their efficiency and productivity.

Canada's private M&A space – for the most part – is one of resilience and consistency. Canada has long been a comparatively stable and amenable place to do deals, even during the COVID-19 pandemic.

In a recent article published in Chambers Canada, Peter A. Saad and Gordon Chan discuss the likelihood of a surge in distressed M&A activity in Canada over the next year due to rising interest rates...

Whatever else 2024 brings for the M&A market in Canada, it is likely that the current geopolitical climate, the upcoming US presidential election in particular, will have an impact and potentially lead to volatility.

The elevated interest rates seen in Canada and many other developed economies around the world in recent years have meant that the cost of borrowing through traditional avenues...

In Dr. C. Sims Dentistry Professional Corporation v. Cooke, 2024 ONCA 388, the Ontario Court of Appeal elucidated several critical aspects concerning the enforceability of restrictive covenants...

Often in the healthcare marketplace, purchasers assume that being granted new accreditation and billing numbers by the provincial regulator and third-party payors will serve as a "clean slate"...

Many provisions for spousal support, whether originating from a Separation Agreement or a Court Order, provide that there can be an Application for a variation of the quantum...

Death can be an uncomfortable topic of conversation, but its inevitability necessitates prudent planning by way of a will. Even the best laid (estate) plans can go awry...

Employment law has undergone rapid developments as a result of employers, employees and legislators responding to the societal shifts caused by the pandemic and its associated...

The Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act (the "Act") stands as a cornerstone of health and safety legislation in Ontario.

Recent amendments to the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA), which came into effect on January 1, 2023, have carved out an exemption for certain business and information technology (IT) consultants.

As lawyers well know, to obtain an interlocutory injunction, the moving party will have to meet the well-established three-part test established by the Supreme Court of Canada in RJRMacDonald Inc v Canada...

Business owners should be aware of the upcoming changes to Ontario corporations brought by Bill 91 (Less Red Tape, Stronger Economy Act), which modifies accepted legal procedures for virtual and hybrid...

In commercial leasing, there is typically a strong emphasis on pricing and monetary terms. However, the fine print of a lease agreement cannot be ignored; it can even be more important.

Licensing is ubiquitous in today's marketplace. Many companies are in the business of creating and licensing many forms of intellectual property, not just computer software, but also methods of business operations or service standards.

Rolling out new employment agreements gives companies an opportunity to organize their workforce, adapt to economic changes, and increase flexibility in the workplace.

The Employment Standards Act ("ESA") has introduced amendments that require Temporary Help Agencies ("THA's") and Recruiters of temporary foreign workers ("Recruiters"), to hold a license...