Common Professional Corporation Mistakes Regulated Professionals Make

When a customer fails to pay, many businesses assume the problem is timing, cash flow, or internal delay. They send follow-up emails, offer extensions, or wait for the next promised payment date.

Psychotherapists in Ontario are regulated by the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO), which establishes the legal...

Changing From Federal to Ontario Incorporation

Many chiropractors in Ontario choose to incorporate as their practices grow, their patient volumes increase, and their financial needs become more sophisticated. Incorporation offers tax advantages and operational flexibility. However, chiropractors face an additional layer of responsibility because they are part of a regulated health profession. Their corporations must comply not only with the Business Corporations Act but also with the rules set by the College of Chiropract

Many businesses rely on one off contract reviews as a way to control legal spend. A contract is sent for review only when needed. Legal input is treated as an isolated event rather than part of an ongoing process. At first glance, this approach appears efficient. In practice, one off contract reviews often create hidden costs, delays, and inconsistencies that compound over time. Understanding why this happens is key to evaluating whether ongoing legal support for businesses i

What Happens If You Incorporated Federally by Mistake?

Outsourced legal counsel provides businesses with ongoing legal support without hiring in house counsel. Learn how the model works and when it makes sense.

How Sales Teams Lose Deals Due to Legal Bottlenecks

Rebate and promotional programs are powerful commercial tools for food manufacturers and distributors. They are used to reward loyalty, encourage growth, and align suppliers and customers around shared performance goals. However, when these programs are not clearly defined in the underlying contracts, they can become one of the most contentious areas in supplier relationships. Without legal precision, rebate programs and promotional discounts often lead to accounting discrepa

When a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) leaves a clinic or wellness practice, one of the most important and often misunderstood responsibilities involves client records. Managing health records correctly is essential to comply with both the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (CMTO)  and Ontario’s Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA) . Mistakes in record transfer, retention, or access can lead to professional misconduct findings, privacy breaches, or clie

If you’re a Registered Psychotherapist in Ontario  looking to incorporate, you’ve probably realized how complicated and time-consuming...

If you’re a Registered Psychotherapist in Ontario , you might be wondering: “Should I incorporate my practice?”  Many therapists assume...

When One-Off Contract Reviews Stop Scaling

Many chiropractic clinics in Ontario rely on associates to support patient volume, expand service offerings, and increase clinic capacity. However, confusion frequently arises about whether an associate chiropractor should be classified as an independent contractor or as an employee. This distinction is significant because misclassification can result in tax penalties, unpaid employment entitlements, clinic liability, and contract disputes. Clinics must ensure that their work

When payment is overdue, many businesses attempt to escalate by sending a demand letter themselves. While the intent is correct, execution often undermines the goal.

Many businesses rely on contract specialists or procurement teams to manage agreements. Learn why these roles cannot replace legal counsel and how ongoing legal support reduces risk.

Starting a private psychotherapy practice can be an exciting venture, but it also comes with a unique set of legal challenges....

Client confidentiality  is a critical legal and ethical duty for psychotherapists in both Ontario and Alberta. Upholding confidentiality...

Why Sales and Procurement Should Not Own Contract Risk Alone

Sole Proprietor vs Corporation in Ontario

As a psychotherapist in Ontario, maintaining your client base is critical for your practice. When a therapist leaves your business, there...

The landscape of mental health care in Canada is evolving, with a growing number of psychotherapists choosing to operate as independent...

What Fractional General Counsel for Contracts Looks Like in Practice