In-House Counsel
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April 11, 2024
Where money laundering meets intellectual property
In the rapidly evolving digital landscape of the 21st century, the concept of intellectual property (IP) has become increasingly significant. With advancements in technology and the growth of the global economy, the protection and enforcement of IP rights have become more crucial than ever.
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April 10, 2024
Dormant dilemma: Decoding Health Canada’s Canadian Reference Product definition
In a notice issued on Jan. 26, 2024, Health Canada provided crucial clarification regarding the implications of a drug’s “dormant” status on the drug product database.
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April 10, 2024
Using AI to bring value to organizations | Connie L. Braun and Juliana Saxberg
For every risk inherent in AI adoption, there is a counter-argument that AI has the potential to unlock benefits and solve real-world problems that have heretofore eluded human capability. Machine Learning technologies are already recognized to be advancing medical research and patient care, improving decision-making, mitigating climate change and distributing food aid more effectively, among other benefits.
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April 09, 2024
Mastering termination clauses: Navigating Ontario’s employment legal maze
Navigating the labyrinth of employment law can feel like tiptoeing through a legal minefield, particularly when it comes to termination clauses in Ontario.
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April 09, 2024
International arbitration conflicts of interest: Guideline updates
This article addresses the key changes to the International Bar Association’s Guidelines on Conflicts of Interest in International Arbitration.
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April 08, 2024
Appeal Court deems universal life insurance policy is not income from property
In a decision expected by tax pundits to set a precedent, the Quebec taxman partially lost a legal battle after the Court of Appeal held that coverage provided by a universal life insurance policy does not constitute income from property even though it is a benefit for the insured taxpayer.
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April 05, 2024
SCC rules ‘fraud exception’ bars Canadian bank from making payment demanded under letter of credit
Elaborating on the “fraud exception” to a bank’s obligation to pay on demand under a letter of credit, the Supreme Court of Canada has affirmed 7-2 that a Canadian bank was required to refuse payment to a letter of credit beneficiary due to a third party’s fraudulent behaviour, which was also attributable to the beneficiary.
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April 05, 2024
Federal Court dismisses vaccine-policy-related class action against Canada Post
The Federal Court has dismissed a class action against Canada Post and Canada on behalf of employees who resigned or retired under duress because of a mandatory vaccination policy.
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April 05, 2024
Nexus between tax evasion and money laundering
Tax evasion and money laundering are two interconnected criminal activities that have a significant impact on the global economy. Both involve the deliberate manipulation of financial transactions to avoid detection, regulation or legal consequences. This essay will explore the nexus between tax evasion and money laundering, examining the ways in which these two activities are interconnected and the implications of this relationship for society.
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April 04, 2024
Five judges appointed to Ontario Court of Justice
A provincial bulletin announced the appointment of five new judges to the Ontario Court of Justice, effective April 11, 2024.