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  • OC-62109-03
    This presentation analyzes when an idea is capable of protection, which types of inventions are patentable and which are not, and how the process of applying for and obtaining a patent works. It will also discuss the importance of keeping inventions and ideas confidential through the use of Non-Disclosure Agreements, the effect of filing a patent application, and how each country has different patent requirements. The use of employment agreements and third-party agreements to ensure the proper ownership of patent rights will be reviewed. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program in February 2019.
  • OC-62109-02
    This presentation explores how to identify the typical IP issues that arise in share purchase agreements, mergers and acquisitions of businesses, and other commercial transactions. It will also review the types of IP rights that are commonly overlooked when drafting agreements, as well as the dangers of representations and warranties with respect to IP issues, such as representations of validity. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program in February 2019.
  • OC-62109-01
    This presentation discusses how clients can preserve their intangible assets and commercially exploit these valuable IP rights, and avoid falling prey to the increasing numbers of squatters, trolls, and pirates. It also explores major changes to Canada’s trademark law that took effect in 2019. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program in February 2019.
  • OC-62082-06
    In this presentation, David Tupper provides an overview of arbitration, including the advantages and disadvantages of arbitration. He provides tips for drafting arbitration clauses and selecting arbitrators. He also discusses process considerations and hearing strategies for arbitrations. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program in May 2018.
  • OC-62082-05
    In this presentation, Lori Bokenfohr discusses tax issues in business disputes. She reviews basic tax rules and presents hypothetical situations to highlight tax considerations in shareholder disputes and buyouts, tax treatment of damages, and getting a tax deduction. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program in May 2018.
  • OC-62082-04
    In this presentation, Richard Billington QC discusses the contemporary nature of fraud and highlights various civil remedies, including Mareva injunctions, Anton Piller orders, and remedies under parts 18 and 19 of the Alberta Business Corporations Act. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program in May 2018.
  • OC-62082-03
    In this presentation, Leah Tolton highlights drafting principles for contracts, with reference to Bhasin v Hrynew and the duties of good faith and honesty. She also reviews key terms in contracts, including limitation of liability clauses and entire agreement clauses. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program in May 2018.
  • OC-62082-02
    In this presentation, Louise Novinger Grant discusses exclusion clauses, limitation clauses, and sole remedy provisions, including their applicability and enforceability. She highlights key cases interpreting these clauses, and provides tips for drafting such provisions. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program in May 2018.
  • OC-62082-01
    In this presentation, Donald Cranston QC discusses the role of lawyers in helping business clients to avoid legal conflicts and to resolve them once conflicts have arisen, without recourse to the courts, arbitration, or formal mediation. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program in May 2018.
  • OC-62040-05
    In part 1, Sandra Malcom gives an overview of changes to corporate structures governed by the Alberta Business Corporations Act, and the Securities Act. She discusses amendments to corporate articles and bylaws, continuances, amalgamations, plans of arrangement, the sale of all (or substantially all) of a corporation's assets, going private transactions, and the termination of a corporation's existence. In part 2, Sydney Abougoush gives an overview of recent trends in Canadian corporate law.  He speculates about changes resulting from Bill C-25, specifically as the proposed Act pertains to director voting, diversity initiatives, and exclusive forum by-laws. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program in May 2017.
  • OC-62040-04
    In this presentation, Michael Flach provides an annotated checklist when reviewing a unanimous shareholders agreement.  He considers the legislative framework under the Alberta Business Corporations Act, management issues, and shares and ownership issues that arise in implementing a unanimous shareholder agreement. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program in May 2017.
  • OC-62040-03
    In this presentation, Lisa Lorenzo discusses best practices when keeping a corporate minute book, common errors and deficiencies in record keeping, and how to fix them.  Specifically, she considers the difference between minutes and resolutions, where to keep a minute book, annual filing requirements, and the corporate registry electronic filing system (CORES). This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program in May 2017.