by Andriessen & Associates | Sep 10, 2024 | Uncategorized
We are one week into the new school year and at the tail end of the “back to school” season. I always find this season to be a good time to refocus on my personal and professional learning goals. For lawyers, this time of year can also serve as a reminder of the...
by Andriessen & Associates | Sep 3, 2024 | Uncategorized
Intellectual property (“IP”) is the goose that laid the golden egg for many businesses. Whether it’s your next big software breakthrough or a top-secret recipe for poutine-flavored ice cream (no – I wouldn’t try it), protecting your brainchild with strong IP clauses...
by Andriessen & Associates | Aug 20, 2024 | Uncategorized
A construction lien is a “charge” registered to the title of the property where a contractor either provided services or materials (or both) to an improvement of the property, and the contractor has not been paid for same. The Construction Act in Ontario allows...
by Andriessen & Associates | Aug 13, 2024 | Uncategorized
Summer is in full swing – the heat and the rain have really been the topic this summer, not to mention the fires in Alberta. With the summer weather usually comes the lull in the office when we get to catch our breath and get ready for the Fall rush. We at the firm...
by Andriessen & Associates | Aug 6, 2024 | Uncategorized
Application vs Actions Litigation is a complicated process that involves various ways of resolving disputes. The two main ways of resolving legal disputes in litigation are applications and actions. One of the most important decisions a litigant must make is whether...
by Andriessen & Associates | Jul 30, 2024 | Uncategorized
Unpaid internships might look like the perfect way to get some free labour while offering students a chance to gain some practical experience. But, before you jump into this arrangement, be warned: there’s a lot more to consider than just getting some extra (free)...
