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Ontario's new Consumer Protection Act one step closer to becoming law
Ontario will soon have new consumer protection legislation that will double fines and increase litigation and class action risk.
Thirteenth edition highlights ever-increasing threat to cyber security and data protection
We have released our 2017 Annual Litigation Trends Survey. This year’s survey polled more than 300 senior corporate counsel representing US-based organizations on disputes-related issues and concerns.
Survey respondents point to a growing threat to cyber security, an issue they indicate stands as the greatest emerging threat to a business. Nearly two-thirds of those polled (63 percent) feel more exposed to disputes in this area.
This year’s survey report also revisits its litigation minimization framework, a tool introduced last year to suit a company’s specific situation. In-house counsel can use this framework to review their current approach and implement measures to reduce litigation risk and costs. The program was well-received in its first year, with 95 percent of respondents implementing at least one recommended key measure. Training emerges as the leading factor in preventing litigation. Early case resolution, embedding lawyers in the business and proactive contract review have also shown to be highly effective.
Previous reports
- 2016 Annual Litigation Trends Survey
- 2015 Annual Litigation Trends Survey
- 2014 Annual Litigation Trends Survey
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CBCA corporations must file information on individuals with significant control starting January 22
Starting on January 22, 2024, corporations under the Canada Business Corporations Act (CBCA) that are required to maintain a register of individuals with significant control (ISCs) will have to file that information with the director under the CBCA.
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Just Transition discussions at COP28: Are we on the right path?
The New Development Bank (NDB), the multilateral development bank established by Brazil, Russia, India, China & South Africa (BRICS) to finance infrastructure and sustainable development projects, hosted a very interesting side event at COP28 on Day 6.
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