As the workforce ages, employers face unique challenges and opportunities. Christine Ashton and Daniel Condon, both partners with Wilson Vukelich LLP will explore the legal and practical considerations of managing an aging…
A General Overview Representations and warranties are arguably the most important section of any purchase agreement. In simple terms, they are statements of fact, assurances, and promises made by the parties regarding…
Get caught up on the latest challenges and developments, including new case law, legislative changes, new best practices for employers, new litigation strategies, plus more.
In light of “spooky season”, we explore the use of trusts in estate planning. Trusts enable individuals to exercise control over their assets posthumously while addressing tax considerations, protecting beneficiaries, and ensuring…
Once you’ve had satisfactory discussions with a potential purchaser or vendor (and perhaps even signed a Letter of Intent), it is time to turn your attention to the Purchase Agreement. Typically, the…
If you’ve ever considered selling your business, you may have heard that you should sign a confidentiality agreement or a letter of intent before getting started with a potential buyer. But have…
In the current economy, many employers are finding that they need to implement workforce changes and reduce labour costs. This can include shifting compensation to be more heavily commission-weighted, reducing hours of…
Preparing a corporation for sale involves more than financial due diligence — it requires ensuring your corporate records are clean, current, and complete. One of the first things a buyer (and their…
Whether we are already in a recession or heading into one by fall, it’s clear that many businesses—especially those impacted by ongoing tariffs—are facing difficult decisions. Regardless of your organization’s current position,…
They make a million mistakes, steal products, lie about being sick to skip work—and yet, you may still be unable to fire them for just cause. That’s how high the bar is…
Over the last five years, the Ontario Court of Appeal has rendered several sweeping decisions that have broadly rendered termination provisions unenforceable. In fact, the courts held that enforceable termination provisions require…
Will probate be needed or not? This is one of the most common questions faced by clients as part of their estate planning and by executors as part of an estate administration….
