Business & Commercial Law

The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission monitors the marketing methods of businesses in Alberta. One of the many business laws with which business owners must comply deals with unsolicited communications. The regulations aim to protect the...

When consumers are faced with long lists of terms and conditions, many tend to agree without bothering to read it. Though commercial laws serve to protect both consumers and businesses in Alberta, and across Canada, not all business owners comply with established...

With the holidays approaching, along with the increased commercial pace, fraud will likely be rampant. Business fraud is something that costs businesses in Alberta and across Canada millions of dollars each year. Fending off business fraud requires vigilance and...

One of the most important considerations when establishing a new company in Alberta is how to set it up properly. There are several options for business structures, including partnerships, proprietorships and corporations. In partnerships, liability is unlimited...

Many Alberta business owners have suffered the financial consequences of insufficient protection of their trade secrets. Anything that can adversely affect a business if it becomes public knowledge can be regarded as a trade secret. Business law does not protect...

When a business in Alberta becomes involved in disputes with consumers, the damage it can cause can have severe financial consequences. Allegations may include franchise disputes, breach of contract, misrepresentation, fraud or unfair business practices. The sensible...

The divorce process can give rise to a variety of disputes, most of which can be resolved with the help of family law lawyers. However, dealing with the division of business assets in an Alberta divorce could be challenging, and it is a process that likely...

Every business in Alberta, regardless of its size, is vulnerable when it comes to scams. For this reason, it is essential for business owners to remain alert and keep their eyes open for any red flags that could prevent the typical damages caused by business scams....

Litigation is an expensive process that could be financially devastating to any Alberta business. For this reason, many business disputes are resolved through arbitration. The primary difference between the two methods is that a judge orders the resolve in litigation,...

Many entrepreneurs in Alberta who decide to buy businesses focus on nothing other than the price. Some think the success of the purchase depends on their ability to negotiate a better price. However, the lowest possible price might not be the most critical...