Consumer Protection Jason Brisebois Marketing and Advertising
7 November 2024 / 9 January 2025 by mfareen
by Jason Brisebois On September 23, 2024, the Competition Tribunal ruled in favour of the Competition Bureau and found that Cineplex Inc. (“Cineplex”), the largest cinema chain in Canada, engaged in “drip pricing” by adding an online booking fee ranging from $1.00-$1.50 for tickets purchased online or through the Cineplex app. The fees were collected […]
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Adrienne Boudreau Franchising Litigation
17 October 2024 / 4 February 2026 by SotosLLP
by Adrienne Boudreau and Evan Brander The Ontario Court of Appeal recently released its decision in Spina v. Shoppers Drug Mart, 2024 ONCA 642, an appeal in a class action brought by franchisees of Shoppers’ Drug Mart. In the underlying summary judgment motion decision, the franchisees were successful in establishing that Shoppers had breached a […]
Automotive Bailee Kleinhandler John Yiokaris
11 October 2024 / 23 December 2024 by SotosLLP
by John Yiokaris and Bailee Kleinhandler For automotive dealers, the investment required to establish a new dealership can be significant, covering everything from tools and machinery to vehicle inventory and due diligence, along with other associated start-up costs. Meanwhile, manufacturers face ongoing challenges of staying competitive in a rapidly evolving automotive market. A key strategy […]
Recognition
7 October 2024 / 23 December 2024 by SotosLLP
We are proud to announce that Sotos LLP has been recognized as a top-tier law firm in Franchising by Chambers Canada, achieving a Band 1 ranking for the 10th year in a row. This accolade reflects our continued leadership and excellence in the franchise sector across Canada. In addition to the firm’s recognition, we are […]
26 September 2024 / 20 December 2024 by SotosLLP
by Adrienne Boudreau In its recent decision, Edmonton (City) v AW Holdings Corp, 2024 ABCA 92, Alberta’s top court has upheld a decision by the province’s Land and Property Rights Tribunal (LPRT), which dealt with the issue of whether a franchisor who neither owns title to, nor leases land, can be an owner through possession […]
6 September 2024 / 20 December 2024 by SotosLLP
We are proud to announce that 10 of our lawyers have been ranked across 5 practice areas in The Best Lawyers in Canada and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada (2025 Edition). Adrienne Boudreau – Franchise Law Allan Dick – Franchise Law Idan Erez – Franchise Law & Personal Injury Litigation Jean-Marc Leclerc – […]
Updates
4 September 2024 / 20 December 2024 by SotosLLP
We are pleased to announce that Idan Erez has joined our team. Idan is a member of the Bar in both the Province of Ontario and the State of Georgia, bringing a wealth of experience to our litigation department. His practice focuses on a variety of subject matters, including franchising and other commercial disputes, professional […]
Daniel Hamson Franchising Litigation
2 August 2024 / 20 December 2024 by SotosLLP
The article provides a comprehensive overview of the critical role franchise litigation lawyers play in managing and resolving disputes in the franchising industry. Their expertise not only covers legal procedures but also strategic dispute resolution, making them invaluable allies for both franchisors and franchisees. Engaging a franchise litigation lawyer early in a dispute can lead […]
1 August 2024 / 20 December 2024 by SotosLLP
Sotos LLP is pleased to announce that Michael Sabusco has joined the firm as a partner in our Corporate group. Michael’s practice focuses on corporate and securities law, with a focus on mergers & acquisitions. He advises public and private corporations and strategic investors, and brings significant experience in private and public offerings, strategic financings, […]
Adrienne Boudreau Daniel Hamson Franchising Litigation Restaurant
31 July 2024 / 20 December 2024 by SotosLLP
The Paramount trial and appeal decisions have significantly advanced the law with respect to statutory rescission under Section 6(2) of the Wishart Act.
