by Denese Espeut-Post | Jan 24, 2015 | Business, Intellectual Property, Trade-Marks
What is a Trade-mark Agent? Trade-mark Lawyer? If you want to register a trade-mark in Canada and would like some professional help, a registered trade-mark agent is the help you need. A trade-mark agent is licensed by the Canadian Intellectual Property Office(CIPO)...
by Denese Espeut-Post | May 21, 2014 | Business, Intellectual Property, Trade-Marks
Q: I have not registered my business slogan. Does this mean it is not trade-marked? A: A trade-mark can be words, drawings, slogans or names that distinguish one’s good from the goods of someone else. Protection of a trade-mark can occur under statute or the common...
by Denese Espeut-Post | Jun 25, 2013 | Agreements, Business, Partnerships, Planning
What is the best corporate structure for your business? There are many factors to consider when determining the best corporate structure. Asset protection is one factor, but it is a very important factor, especially when a business in new and vulnerable; however, tax,...
by Denese Espeut-Post | Mar 15, 2013 | Agreements, Business, Money, Planning, Wine Law
Imagine going from owning 22 properties throughout the South Okanagan, 7 wineries and a distillery to receivership, liquidation and a financial loss of all your equity and then some. That is the unfortunate fate of the Holmans, the former owners of the Holman Farms,...
by Denese Espeut-Post | Jun 22, 2012 | Agreements, Business, Partnerships, Planning, Wine Law
Read our Orchard and Vine article (Summer 2012) – A Lawyer in your Back Pocket.
by Denese Espeut-Post | Jun 22, 2012 | Agreements, Business, Planning, Uncategorized, Wine Law
LEASE OF VINEYARD/ORCHARD Here are some terms to think about for a vineyard or orchard lease agreement: Legal description of property Term of Agreement Options to Renew Lease Right of First Refusal for Tenant Payment of Installation/Planting Costs Rent How and When...
