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Arc’teryx v. Adidas: The Battle of TERREX, an important case on trademark injunctions

  • May 01, 2024
  • Aviva Snitman, Lomic Law

In the recent decision of Amer Sports Canada Inc. v. Adidas Canada Limited, the Supreme Court of British Columbia granted Arc’teryx an interlocutory injunction, temporarily preventing Adidas from using the word “TERREX” in association with its retail stores until a decision is made at trial.

Canadian Corporate Counsel Association - Ontario Chapter, Student Forum, Information Technology and Intellectual Property Law
head-shot photo of author Robert Richler

Dufault Case Finds New Faults with Termination Provisions

  • April 17, 2024
  • Robert Richler

A recent case underscoring the importance of ensuring termination clauses adhere to ESA minimum requirements and the need for employers to carefully consider whether to use fixed-terms when hiring employees.

Canadian Corporate Counsel Association - Ontario Chapter, Labour and Employment Law, Student Forum
head-shot photo of author Brendan Egan

Breaching Settlements by Posting: Lessons for Labour and Employment Law Counsel

  • February 05, 2024
  • Brendan Egan

Social media is a common part of most Canadians’ everyday lives. However, social media’s promise of nearly unlimited connectedness can pose problems when parties compromise their settlement agreements through their social media activity. This overview of two recent, non-judicial decisions provides labour and employment law lawyers with practical guidance on how to navigate settlement agreements in the era of social media.

Canadian Corporate Counsel Association - Ontario Chapter, Labour and Employment Law, Student Forum

Office of the Privacy Commissioner Releases Nine Principles for Generative AI

  • January 04, 2024
  • Roland Hung, Torkin Manes LLP

On December 7, 2023, the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada released an article with nine principles intended to guide developers, providers and organizations to properly navigate the development and use of generative artificial intelligence. Privacy concerns arise where the AI is trained on data sets that include personal information.

Business Law, Canadian Corporate Counsel Association - Ontario Chapter, Privacy Law and 1 more..., Student Forum

Going In-House: Tips to Make the Move and Start Strong

  • June 11, 2023
  • Mark Asfar, associate at Dentons LLP in Ottawa

In this article, Mark Asfar provides young lawyers with practical tips on how to make the transition from private practice to in-house counsel.

Canadian Corporate Counsel Association - Ontario Chapter, Student Forum, Young Lawyers' Division
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CCCA Ontario Highlights the Pathways of Women General Counsel

  • March 22, 2023
  • Barbara De Dios

Pathways to Power: Women as General Counsel was offered as a part of the OBA WLF’s ongoing Pathways to Power program series, which specifically highlights the achievements of women in our profession.

Canadian Corporate Counsel Association - Ontario Chapter, Student Forum

Corporation Fined, Director Imprisoned for Contempt in Copyright Infringement Decision

  • April 04, 2022
  • Sepal Bonni

In a rare decision, the Federal Court of Canada found a party in contempt of court for breaching the terms of two previous judgments concerning copyright infringement, resulting in a severe fine and imprisonment of a director of the infringing. It serves as a reminder that courts take intellectual property protection seriously and will impose liability on both infringing corporations and on their directors when necessary and appropriate.

Charity and Not-For-Profit Law, Canadian Corporate Counsel Association - Ontario Chapter, Student Forum
Head shot photo of Diana Mojica

An Interview with Diana Mojica: Keeping a Positive Perspective

  • March 18, 2022
  • Laura Pettigrew

The article is a summary of an interview with Diana Mojica, a public sector lawyer and member of the Public Sector Lawyers Section Executive.

Canadian Corporate Counsel Association - Ontario Chapter, Public Sector Lawyers, Student Forum
Head-shot of author Chris Moran

In-House Insights: Chris Moran

  • March 05, 2022
  • Chris Moran, General Counsel, Maple Reinders Group; Dan Fridmar, Fridmar Professional Corporation

Introducing the In-House Insights series, where we interview in-house lawyers on their work experiences, the difference in their responsibilities from out-house firms, and general advice. In this edition, we hear from Chris Moran - Chris Moran is the General Counsel of the Maple Reinders Group, where he is responsible for all of the legal aspects of Maple Reinders’ business.

Construction and Infrastructure Law, Canadian Corporate Counsel Association - Ontario Chapter, Student Forum