Business & Commercial Law

Sometimes, first-time business buyers focus 100% on the price. However, getting the lowest price does not necessarily mean that it is a good buy. Several other matters might be crucial for the success of an Alberta business once the new owner takes charge. In some...

Negotiations to buy or sell a business in Alberta could be complicated when either party does not understand the difference between the business's value and price. The price is the amount of money paid to the seller. The value refers to what the buyer gets for the...

Operating a business is a significant responsibility. However, if someone files an unanticipated lawsuit against your company, it could put you at risk. For this reason, as a business owner, it’s important to take the necessary steps to protect your bottom line....

Trade secrets can involve valuable information about a business, and leaking such secrets could be devastating for Alberta businesses. One example is the Coca Cola Company that has protected its soft drink formula for over 100 years. For some businesses, their ongoing...

Business owners in Alberta have to deal with potential fraud risks along with all of their other efforts to keep afloat. Some are proactive and seek the guidance of a lawyer with experience in dealing with business laws to separate myths and reality when it comes to...

When the wealthy owners of successful businesses in Alberta divorce, there will undoubtedly be concern about its effect on the company. Regardless of whether one or both spouses are involved in the business, financial issues may arise in any high net worth...

There is no shortage of scammers targeting commercial enterprises in Alberta and across the country. It is typically up to the business owners to put processes in place to protect their assets. It is crucial to train employees to detect questionable requests and...

Private business owners in Alberta can, under certain circumstances, refuse to serve clients. Business and commercial law even allows the companies to bar customers from entry, as long as these measures are not in violation of state and federal human rights or other...

Consumers in Alberta and across Canada typically enter into several contracts each day without even realizing it. Buying property and obtaining a mortgage is a contract entered into with the bank; starting a new job involves the signing of an employment contract, and...