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Aug. 31, 2022

When we hear the term fiduciary obligation, or fiduciary duty, perhaps the first thing that comes to mind is that of a broker or investment counselor caring for someone else’s money.

July 19, 2022

If you run a business, the unexpected – and unwanted – can happen at any time. A supplier, a customer, a partner, an employee, or another party may slap you with a Statement of Claim. In other words, your business may suddenly be facing the prospect of a lawsuit.

June 28, 2022

Indemnity clauses are common in commercial and professional contracts. They are found in purchase and sale agreements for goods and services, supplier-distributor agreements, leases, property and business purchases, construction contracts, and more.

Oct. 12, 2021

Many creditors in Canada hire third-party collection agencies to collect a debt. Having your debt turned over to a collection agency can be a nightmare. It is not uncommon for collection agencies to harass debtors and use dishonest, threatening, and other unfair (and illegal) practices when attempting to collect a debt.

Feb. 1, 2021

On almost every bankruptcy and proposal that passes by me, I see multiple pay day loans. Cash this, money that, they all have creative signs, funny dancing mascots, promised promotions, and spiffy commercials.

Aug. 26, 2020

There is no question that I get asked more in my practice then when can I get more credit. Clients Young and Old, male and female, all want to know how long will this bankruptcy or proposal effect my ability to obtain credit; and when can I get more credit?