Steps in Buying a Home
How to buy a home, step by step
Author: David Warren – David Warren
While the role of the lawyer is critical in the purchase of a home, they are not the only professional you need to consult in the process. You will also need to deal with a realtor, a bank or other lender, or a mortgage broker, an insurance broker and possibly a home inspector. The lawyer’s role, for example, does not include the budgeting process, as to whether or not you can afford a particular home, which would be your lender or mortgage broker, or the habitability of a particular home, which will be the … [+]
Legal Separation: some factors for consideration
When am I legally separated from my spouse?
Author: Sina Hariri – Hariri Law
One of the most common questions in family law is “when am I legally separated?” Like many things in law, the answer to this question depends on specific facts and circumstances.
Although many would believe that parties are “legally separated” when they stop living together, the legal reality is not so simple. Admittedly, living in separate residences is a very strong indicator that a couple may be separated. However, many couples continue to remain living under the same roof even though they are separated for many reasons…[+]
Co-Mediation: conductors in tandem
When two mediators are better than one
Author: Sina Hariri – Hariri Law
Mediation is an interesting alternative to court that provides an arena for a unique interplay between the parties, and the dimensions of their dispute. It brings the parties together for a discussion of their issues, which often consists of legal, emotional, and financial dimensions to name a few. Reaching a settlement is dependent on many of these dimensions and on the parties at the table – whether they are the parties involved, their lawyers, family members who exert influence, or the mediators themselves… [+]
Protecting Innovations of Startups are patents worth the investment
Are patents worth the investment
Author: Steve Martin – Ridout & Maybee LLP
Multi-billion dollar patent acquisitions by the likes of Google and billion dollar patent damages awards in disputes like that between Apple and Samsung have made patents rise in prominence recently. While patents can be one of the most valuable assets a company owns, the value of each patent varies widely and pursuing a patent may not always be the right choice. Entrepreneurs and Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) need … [+]
Blockchain Technologies Are Being Patented in Canada
What does this Mean for Future Blockchain Patents
Author: Filip Boskovic – Ridout & Maybee LLP
We had previously written about the emergence of and issues of patenting blockchain technology in Canada.
Over the course of the past year there has been an increase in the number of Blockchain patents filed in Canada.
Notably, in 2018 at least two Blockchain patent applications have received a grant in Canada, including Canadian Patent No. 2 981 511 to Nasdaq, Inc., US (the “Nasdaq Patent”) … [+]