Contract risk directly impacts revenue, deal velocity, and margins. Learn how unmanaged contract risk slows sales and procurement and why ongoing contract oversight improves execution.

In the manufacturing and distribution world, the lines between who controls the customer relationship and who owns the intellectual property can become blurred. This becomes especially important as companies scale, enter large retail networks, or launch private-label and co-packing relationships. Many manufacturers believe that producing the product means retaining control. Many distributors assume that bringing the customer means they command the relationship. Without clear

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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.

You have scoped the project, written the code, and delivered the final product. Then your client stops responding. No payment. No...

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A Fractional General Counsel is a licensed lawyer who provides ongoing, part-time legal support to a business without the cost or...

Even the most well-meaning business owners make costly contract mistakes, often without realizing it. Whether you are using templates...

When you hire a web designer, project manager, or part-time assistant, getting their classification right is crucial. Misclassifying an employee as an independent contractor can lead to major tax penalties, wrongful dismissal claims, and regulatory exposure. What Is the Legal Test for Classification? In Ontario, and under Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) rules, there is no single determining factor to decide whether someone is an employee or an independent contractor. Instead, cou

For service-based businesses, clear expectations are everything. When deliverables are not well-defined, “extra work” can quickly turn into unpaid hours, strained relationships, and legal complications. A well-drafted service agreement is not just a formality. It is a legal safeguard that defines your scope, sets payment expectations, and establishes how changes and disputes will be handled. What Is Scope Creep? Scope creep occurs when a client requests additional work outsid

Contracts are the foundation of every business relationship. Whether you are hiring a contractor, purchasing supplies, or leasing commercial space, a well-drafted contract establishes how the relationship operates, how risk is shared, and how disputes are resolved. Yet, many businesses rely on generic templates that fail to address key legal details. Missing or unclear clauses can expose a company to financial loss, operational disruption, and potential litigation. Below are

Starting a business is an exciting milestone, but it also brings complex legal responsibilities that many new entrepreneurs overlook. It can be tempting to handle incorporation, contracts, and registrations on your own to save costs. However, skipping proper legal guidance at the beginning can lead to expensive problems later. The right legal foundation protects your investment, clarifies ownership, and positions your company for long-term growth. Why Legal Guidance Matters S