Every year after the rent review, tenants are apprehensive about rent increases in Canada. This persistent phenomenon threatens to undermine the country’s thriving real estate rental market. The scourge affects the financial situation of both landlords and tenants. How do you deal with a rent increase from a landlord? What are the regulations governing rental […]
Choice of status and legal form Introduction The corporate structure defines the social security system for executives. It determines the hierarchy within the company, manages the organization and contributes to the creation of a corporate culture. It even identifies the taxation applied to the future organization. The choice of structure is therefore of paramount importance […]
Political uncertainty, drastic economic change, increasing competition and technological advances are just some of the reasons for mergers and acquisitions. Shareholders can become embroiled in a chain of procedures that are as tedious as they are time-consuming. Bringing such an important operation to a successful conclusion requires an effective strategy. To put together an infallible […]
Good ideas, innovative projects and inventions didn’t appear in the blink of an eye. These discoveries require months or even years of intellectual and physical effort. That’s why the fruits of your labor deserve to be protected, hence the concept of intellectual property. It’s a system that encourages innovation in an environment conducive to creativity. […]
Definition A transaction is an agreement between two parties to settle a dispute or claim, usually in exchange for payment or some other form of compensation. Example Of course, here’s a concrete example to illustrate what a transaction is in the legal field. Let’s imagine you’ve bought a used car from a private individual, and […]
Definition A duty solicitor is a lawyer who is available to provide legal services to people who cannot afford to pay for a private lawyer. These lawyers are often employed by government agencies or professional associations to provide free or low-cost legal services to low-income individuals. Example Imagine you’re a low-income person who needs legal […]
Definition A notice of termination is a written document informing a party that a contract or agreement will be terminated on a specific date. Example Imagine you’re a company that has signed a contract with a supplier for the delivery of materials. However, you have recently discovered that the supplier is not respecting the terms […]
Definition A fine is a pecuniary sanction imposed by a judicial or administrative authority in response to an offence or violation of the law. Example Of course you can! Let’s take the example of a driver who exceeds the authorized speed limit on a road. If this driver is stopped by the police and found […]
Definition A hearing is a public session held before a court or judge where the parties present their arguments and evidence in a legal case. Example Imagine you are involved in a dispute and have to appear in court to make your case. You’re sitting in the courtroom, anxious and nervous, waiting for your turn […]
