Canadian businesses are increasingly turning to a franchise model to market their products and services in a competitive environment.
We represent both franchisors and franchisees at all stages of the franchising arrangement, including negotiating and drafting franchise agreements and distribution contracts, assisting with day-to-day business matters, reporting requirements, changes in operation and advising on disputes and strategic opportunities.
Watson Goepel LLP was recently featured on the The Vancouver Life, where Associate Counsel Anita Boscariol discussed the legal impact of the Cowichan land claim decision in Richmond.
Serving on a board comes with significant responsibility. In Canada, directors can face personal liability for corporate decisions, statutory breaches, unpaid taxes, environmental issues, and more — even when acting in good faith. Understanding your fiduciary duties, duty of care, and the legal limits of the corporate shield is essential for effective governance and personal protection.
Third-party AI tools can dramatically improve efficiency—but they also introduce legal risks that many businesses overlook. From data ownership and confidentiality to IP rights and liability, traditional software contracts often fall short when applied to AI. This article outlines the critical contract provisions organizations should address to protect their business when engaging third-party AI vendors.
Connect with our business lawyers today for actionable and strategic legal guidance.
