Intellectual Property Rights for Cannabis Companies Cannabis IP As more Canadian businesses begin legal operations in Canada, intellectual property rights become more of a concern for retailers and producers alike. Protecting cannabis IP involves patent, copyright, trademark and design considerations. While the regulation...
Public and Private Company Compensation Director Compensation Whether you have recently incorporated a private company or you have been in operation for a number of years with the intention of going public, executive compensation schemes are one of the foremost considerations for companies. ...
Cryptocurrency IPOs While the price of some cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin has recently experienced a dip in price, investors are indicating that cryptocurrency remains a top investment of choice. Financial forecasts appear to remain positive in light of crypto's ability to overtake other commodities...
A reverse merger occurs when one company acquires another company. Reverse mergers can occur for a number of different reasons- the most common reason being that a reverse merger can circumvent the lengthy process of a private company having to go public. The biggest...
Web policies remain an essential component for all businesses offering online goods and services. For a limited time, we’re offering terms and conditions and privacy policies for a flat fee of $500 plus applicable taxes. Our web policy packages are clear, comprehensive, and...
Mergers & Acquisitions A merger and acquisition (M&A) refers to the consolidation of two companies- either through assets or through a number of different financial transactions. A M&A may include consolidations, tender offers, asset and purchase contracts, and strict mergers or strict acquisitions. ...
If you’re a small business owner in the business of selling tobacco products and vaping products, you will want to take a close look at your current merchandise to ensure that it complies with the newly modified Tobacco and Vaping Products Act of 1997....
Franchise Disclosure Documents- also known as FDDs are documents that disclose material information about a franchise from the franchisor to the franchisee. Six provinces in Canada require FDDs. These provinces are Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island. ...
Employee stock options- also known as ESOs are lucrative employment agreements between employers and employees. Tech companies, IT companies, software companies and similar businesses sometimes offer ESOs as a way to attract talent and finance talent in alternative ways. Stock options allow...
As a small business, protecting your reputation is of vital importance. With a number of online platforms offering review services and public feedback mechanisms, the difference between critical feedback and libel becomes blurred. Defamation, libel, and slander are common concerns for businesses. In...