by Andriessen & Associates | Aug 3, 2021 | Our Take on Things
Last summer a former manager of Starbucks brought a class action lawsuit against Starbucks Coffee Canada Inc. The plaintiff in this action brought the suit on behalf of themself and that of all current and former managers of Starbucks in Ontario, who were employed by...
by Andriessen & Associates | Jul 27, 2021 | Our Take on Things
I was recently involved in a frustrating litigation matter where our client was named as Defendant in an action and judgment was obtained against them. They were never served with the Plaintiff’s Claim (we have all heard that before, right?) but no, really, this...
by Andriessen & Associates | Jul 20, 2021 | Our Take on Things
I am literally back from two weeks in the Wilderness. No electricity, lots of bears, skitters and peace and quiet. It was very needed after the past year, and I am 100% recharged and ready to tackle work again with enthusiasm and a clear mind. I have...
by Andriessen & Associates | Jul 13, 2021 | Our Take on Things
Intellectual Property aka IP refers to creations of the mind and the ownership of an idea or design by the person who came up with it. While my mind is creating and imagining a world when we don’t need to worry about quarantine and wearing a mask, other peoples...
by Andriessen & Associates | Jul 6, 2021 | Our Take on Things
While the celebration of Canada Day may have been a controversial issue this year, that did not change the fact that it remains a statutory holiday. Statutory holidays, which are public holidays recognized by the federal and provincial governments, are (depending on...
