In this presentation, we will provide an overview of the challenges that come with managing employees. We will also discuss requirements related to hiring, performance management and accommodation requests, as well as legal issues raised in certain circumstances.

Please note that this program will be delivered in French.

In Canada, the number of businesses experiencing losses from cybercrime continues to increase. Private- and public-sector organizations across all industries face a broad spectrum of threats ranging from encryption by ransomware to theft of personal information, intellectual property, and financial and other sensitive corporate data.

Join us to hear from Detective Sergeant Steve Hudson and Special Constable Max Villeneuve from the OPP and Blakes lawyers Cathy Beagan Flood, Chris DiMatteo and Ellie Marshall, who will discuss the threat landscape and unique legal considerations when interacting with law enforcement during an attack.

Topics:

• Common types of cyber risk and their impacts
• Cybercrime trends
• How to work with law enforcement when a cybercrime strikes
• Privilege and other litigation issues around discussions with law enforcement
• New regulations regarding breach-reporting requirements

While solicitor-client privilege dates back to the 16th century, the law regarding privilege continues to evolve. This seminar will provide an update on current case law from across the country that deals with the law of privilege and will offer practical advice on how to protect privilege claims.

A brief Q&A session will follow the presentation.

Topics:

• Update on case law dealing with solicitor-client privilege
• Internal investigations and how to structure them to preserve claims of privilege
• Update on common-interest privilege
• Third parties in solicitor-client communications (such as crisis communication consultants, accountants, actuaries) and how their involvement may result in a waiver of privilege

Please note this webcast will be in English only

Please join members of our Commercial Real Estate and Competition, Antitrust & Foreign Investment groups for a discussion on today’s challenging and evolving leasing market.

Topics:

• Properties undergoing development: Landlord and tenant concerns
• Net zero carbon leases: How to start preparing and planning for them
• Competition Act: Lease exclusives and pending changes
• Turnkey delivery of premises: Issues to consider
• Subleases: Sublandlord and subtenant checklists