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29 August 2017 by SotosLLP | Leave a Comment
Franchisors go to great lengths to develop their systems. They then spend significant resources to commit their processes and expectations to writing in the form of franchise agreements and manuals. Most franchisors dedicate many days and often weeks to ensuring franchisees are trained in the system before opening their businesses to the public. Compliance with these agreements and manuals is fundamental to the success of the system.
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22 August 2017 by SotosLLP
Best Lawyers® recently published its list of prominent Canadian lawyers and Sotos LLP has once again led the pack in the area of Franchise Law with Allan Dick, Dixie Ho, John Sotos, David Sterns, Arthur Trebilcock, Peter Viitre and John Yiokaris being recognized.
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11 August 2017 by SotosLLP | Leave a Comment
When negotiating an agreement you may run into a clause titled Right of First Refusal (“ROFR”) or Right of First Offer (“ROFO”). Many people might read over such clauses and not pay much attention. Others may pay attention but not know if or how either clause may serve their interests. Regardless of which one they select, there can be unintended consequences down the line. Similarly, how the clause is drafted can have a material impact on the parties’ interests.
13 June 2017 by SotosLLP
Allan Dick, John Sotos, and Peter Viitre included in 2017 LEXPERT Guide to Leading US/Canada Cross-Border Corporate Lawyers.
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9 June 2017 by SotosLLP | Leave a Comment
In a series of cases decided over many years, the Ontario Court of Appeal has emphasized and re-emphasized the importance of complying with the technical rules of the Arthur Wishart Act (Franchise Disclosure), 2000, prescribing the contents of a franchise disclosure document.
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8 June 2017 by SotosLLP | Leave a Comment
The Government of Canada temporarily suspended the implementation of certain provisions in Canada’s anti-spam legislation (“CASL”) that create a private right of action.
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25 May 2017 by SotosLLP
On May 23, 2017, the Ontario government released the final report prepared as part of its Changing Workplace Review. This report follows a two-year process aimed at modernizing Ontario’s employment and labour laws, to address developments in industry and workplaces over the last two decades.
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23 May 2017 by SotosLLP | Leave a Comment
What happens if you sign a broadly worded, general release to settle an action, only to discover that, years later, a claim you didn’t anticipate comes to light? The new Ontario Court of Appeal decision in Biancaniello v. DMCT LLP (2017 ONCA 386) provides important guidance on this matter and on the interpretation of releases, generally.
10 May 2017 by SotosLLP
Sotos is thrilled to announce that the 2017 Canadian Legal Lexpert® Directory ranks Sotos LLP as the only boutique firm listed as ‘Most Frequently’ recommended for Franchising Law. The Firm also has more lawyers ranked in Franchising Law (7) than any other firm in Canada.
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27 April 2017 by SotosLLP
Taco Bell Canada recently announced that it will start selling liquor at certain Canadian locations in an attempt to grab more Millennial market share. Though somewhat atypical for quick-service restaurants, alcohol sales could dramatically increase top line sales for franchise systems. While this would mean higher royalty streams for franchisors, does it make sense long-term?
