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Franchise Agreements: What Franchisees Should Know

Entering into a franchise can be an exciting and lucrative business opportunity. However, it also involves a complex legal relationship governed by a detailed contract known as a franchise agreement.  In Alberta, where franchising is regulated under provincial legislation, prospective franchisees must take extra care to understand their rights and obligations before signing any documents.…
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How to Purchase a Business: Legal Steps You Need to Know

Purchasing a business in Alberta can be an exciting and financially rewarding opportunity. Unfortunately, if you are unfamiliar with corporate law, the process of buying a business may seem overwhelming. Engaging with legal counsel may help you develop a comprehensive understanding of both the legal and financial implications involved.  Some of the legal steps that…

Does Your Corporation Have A Minute Book?

All corporations, large or small, should maintain a complete and up-to-date corporate minute book.  A corporate minute book contains all of the important records of the corporation relating to directors, shareholders, officers and major corporate decisions.  Some of the important corporate documents contained in a corporate minute book include the articles of incorporation, by-laws, share…

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Franchise Agreements: What Franchisees Should Know

Corporate, General

By hiring legal counsel, franchisees can help avoid problems in their franchise agreements, such as:
-Leaving unfair terms in the agreement. 
-Not complying with provincial and federal regulations.
-Ambiguities in the agreement that could cause issues down the road.
-Not negotiating for better terms when possible.
-Failing to conduct complete due diligence.  […]

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January 20, 2026
Khalil Haji

Condo Insurance: Do I Need My Own Insurance Policy if I Own a Condo Unit?

Real Estate

you need your own insurance policy to cover improvements that you make on the condo once you own it […]

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October 2, 2025
Khalil Haji

What are Dower Rights in the Context of Selling a Home?

Real Estate

You must typically deal with dower rights in the context of selling a home when there is a married couple with only one of their names on the title. The Dower Act protects a spouse who is not on the title of their home from having their home sold without their consent—the titled spouse must […]

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October 2, 2025
Khalil Haji
A lawyer holds up a franchise agreement for their client and points out a clause on the paper as they explain its meaning to their client.

By hiring legal counsel, franchisees can help avoid problems in their franchise agreements, such as:
-Leaving unfair terms in the agreement. 
-Not complying with provincial and federal regulations.
-Ambiguities in the agreement that could cause issues down the road.
-Not negotiating for better terms when possible.
-Failing to conduct complete due diligence.  […]

Read More… from Franchise Agreements: What Franchisees Should Know

Close-up of a man sitting at a desk and holding a calculator while talking to a client who is pointing out on a miniature condominium building

you need your own insurance policy to cover improvements that you make on the condo once you own it […]

Read More… from Condo Insurance: Do I Need My Own Insurance Policy if I Own a Condo Unit?

A man and a woman sitting on a couch, smiling and talking to each other.

You must typically deal with dower rights in the context of selling a home when there is a married couple with only one of their names on the title. The Dower Act protects a spouse who is not on the title of their home from having their home sold without their consent—the titled spouse must […]

Read More… from What are Dower Rights in the Context of Selling a Home?

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