Recognition
21 August 2018 / 20 December 2024 by SotosLLP
Sotos LLP is proud to announce that Allan Dick, Jean-Marc Leclerc, John Sotos, David Sterns, Arthur Trebilcock, Peter Viitre and John Yiokaris have been recognized as Best Lawyers in Canada in the field of Franchise Law.
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Tagged
25 July 2018 / 20 December 2024 by SotosLLP
We are pleased to announce once again that John Sotos has been named to Lexpert’s Guide to US/Canada Cross-Border Lawyers in Canada as most frequently recommended in the area of cross-border litigation.
Intellectual Property Marketing and Advertising
28 June 2018 / 20 December 2024 by SotosLLP
A recent decision by the Ontario Court of Appeal, Mars Canada Inc. v. Bemco Cash & Carry Inc., confirms the risks associated with unauthorized product distribution (i.e. grey marketing), and strengthens the trademark rights of brand owners. The decision also limits the well-known doctrine of “restraint of trade” which voids contracts that restrict the freedom to trade.
Updates
25 June 2018 / 20 December 2024 by SotosLLP
Sotos LLP is pleased to announce that Jason Brisebois has joined our firm. Jason is an associate in our commercial department. Jason spent his initial years practicing law at a top US-based global law firm. At Sotos, Jason applies his experience as a New York state-qualified and practising lawyer and as an Ontario licensed lawyer […]
Recognition Sotos News
17 May 2018 by SotosLLP
Sotos is thrilled to announce that the 2018 Canadian Legal Lexpert® Directory ranks Sotos LLP as the only boutique firm listed as ‘Most Frequently’ recommended for Franchising Law.
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Waivers of liability have found major significance. The Ontario Court of Appeal has ruled that owners and operators of certain businesses can validly obtain a waiver of liability for the injuries of individuals on their premises even if those individuals qualify as “consumers”.
2 April 2018 by SotosLLP
Sotos LLP team is recognized yet again for their experience and expertise by the Franchise Times Legal Eagles 2018.
Sotos News Updates
24 January 2018 by SotosLLP
Sotos LLP, a leading Canadian franchise and class action law firm, is pleased to announce Adrienne Boudreau has been named its newest partner.
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22 January 2018 by SotosLLP | Leave a Comment
Over the last year, high-profile data breaches affecting thousands of Canadians have raised concerns over businesses’ privacy practices. Questions surrounding companies’ handling of personal information are becoming more prominent in the minds of consumers. Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), which governs the privacy practices of many businesses in Canada, sets out personal information handling requirements built on pillars of accountability and consent.
Blog Grocery
19 December 2017 by SotosLLP
Amazon’s acquisition of Whole Foods earlier this year has sparked speculation in the grocery industry about the future of its traditional business model which sees consumers visiting brick and mortar stores. On the heels of Amazon’s announcement, several of Canada’s largest retailers began advertising, and in some cases, rolling out their e-commerce strategies.
