In-House Counsel
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November 27, 2024
Law360 Canada Pulse survey: what lawyers really think about their profession
Find out what lawyers really think about their profession in Law360 Canada Pulse’s Lawyer Satisfaction Survey.
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November 27, 2024
Cassels announces winners of 2024 Black-owned small business grant
Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP announced the winners of its 2024 Black-Owned Small Business Grant, a Nov. 26 news release from the firm announced.
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November 27, 2024
B.C. Supreme Court weighs in on owner’s rights under Builders Lien Act
In a 2023 decision, the B.C. Supreme Court found that an owner-developer of a residential development had altered its right to discharge a subcontractor’s claim of lien under B.C.’s Builders Lien Act (the Act) because the owner had agreed to pay outstanding amounts directly to the subcontractor.
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November 27, 2024
How to make the most of your holiday work party: Tips for a festive yet professional celebration
The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes the highly anticipated office holiday party. These gatherings are a time to relax, celebrate the year’s accomplishments and embrace the festive spirit with colleagues. However, while holiday parties can be an opportunity to unwind, they also require a reminder to maintain professionalism, even in a festive setting.
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November 27, 2024
Competition Bureau market studies and the supply chain
The pandemic gave rise to massive disruptions in the supply chain. The cost of goods and services to the consumer has risen dramatically over the last number of years. The question that has arisen is whether those increased costs were solely caused by the pandemic or the result of the anti-competitive behaviour of transport operators.
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November 26, 2024
Alberta Court of Appeal lifts stay on fraud claims against three discharged bankrupts
The Alberta Court of Appeal has lifted a stay of proceedings in relation to fraudulent misrepresentation claims against three discharged bankrupts, finding that the claims may go forward under exceptions in the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act (BIA).
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November 26, 2024
Anti-money laundering fines reached record level in past year, says FINTRAC annual report
Fines issued against Canadian financial institutions, businesses and individuals for violating anti-money laundering laws and regulations reached a record $26.1 million during the 2023-24 fiscal year, according to Canada’s anti-money laundering watchdog.
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November 26, 2024
Regulators to review high-pressure mutual fund sales practices at Canadian banks
Financial regulators are set to investigate allegations that certain banks are using high-pressure practices to boost mutual fund sales.
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November 26, 2024
Competition Bureau obtains court order as part of probe into fintech giant Broadridge
The Competition Bureau has obtained a Federal Court order to access corporate information as part of an investigation into Markham, Ont.-based financial technology firm Broadridge Software Ltd.
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November 26, 2024
Law360 Canada Pulse survey: stress remains significant issue for lawyers
A recent survey of the legal profession is showing high levels of satisfaction with things like collegiality and collaboration at their firms and opportunities for advancement, but there is one issue that continues to remain a problem and has no easy fix — stress.