Articles by Caroline Snow

April 17, 2026

Is a Franchisor Legally Responsible for a Franchisee’s Employees?

While franchisors and franchisee employees have no direct contractual relationship, franchisors can still be held...

April 10, 2026

What is a “Force Majeure” Clause?

A force majeure clause is a contractual provision that protects parties from liability when extraordinary...

April 8, 2026

Is My Online Business a Publisher of Defamatory Content?

Defamation law is a constantly evolving area of law, particularly concerning online content and the...

March 9, 2026

Privacy Laws: Your Obligations as a Business

Your business should take privacy compliance seriously. Privacy laws apply to personal information, any information...

February 11, 2026

Webinar Summary: Managing Data Breaches: Prevention, Response, and Recovery

Introduction and Housekeeping Caroline Snow:Before we begin, a couple of housekeeping items. You will receive...

January 9, 2026

I Am a Franchisor. What Are My Disclosure Obligations in Relation to the Marketing Fund?

Franchisors should be aware that the Franchising Code of Conduct imposes a number of disclosure...

June 16, 2025

I Am in Dispute With My Co-Founder. What Do I Do?

Most businesses are not solely founded and owned. When you start a new business, you...

November 19, 2024

What Do I Need to Consider Before Signing Lease or Licence Agreements as a Franchisee?

If you are considering purchasing a premise-based franchise, you must be aware of how the...

September 12, 2024

What is Work Health Safety?

The International Labour Organization estimates that approximately 2.3 million work-related deaths and 500 million work-related...

July 25, 2024

How Can I Negotiate and Resolve My Dispute?

If you operate a business, disputes with customers, competitors and other service providers may arise...