by Andriessen & Associates | Aug 12, 2014 | Our Take on Things
As a business lawyer, my favourite hat to wear is that of business litigator. I truly enjoy my role in the court room above any other. However, there are many other interesting hats I wear and as I become more senior in the practice, those hats are worn more and more...
by Andriessen & Associates | Aug 5, 2014 | Litigation
Our federal government has made good on its promise from 2012 to end the days of bogus Canadian citizenship applications. I for one applaud these steps. My parents and my wife’s family immigrated to Canada starting in the 1950’s. They settled in Canada, worked hard,...
by Andriessen & Associates | Jul 29, 2014 | Our Take on Things
Proceeding with an Action in Small Claims has changed as of July 1, 2014. It’s not a big change, but it is a change (honestly, we’re a little disappointed that the changes are not bigger). Prior to July 1, 2014 a defendant who wanted to defend a lawsuit had to file...
by Andriessen & Associates | Jul 22, 2014 | Our Take on Things
Our firm has a great program to help businesses ensure they get paid promptly – it’s a program that regiments when and who you contact on unpaid accounts. Interestingly though, come summer, many businesses suddenly ease up on their payment timelines. Just...
by Andriessen & Associates | Jul 15, 2014 | Our Take on Things
I’m just back from a two week break having enjoyed scuba diving in Ohio (I don’t recommend it … the location, not the diving) and then time up north paddling amongst the loons and other wildlife. As luck would have it, my internet connections were...