by Dayna Finkelstein | Mar 13, 2023 | Blog
Whether you’re building a new business or you’re a seasoned business owner moving towards expansion, you’ll come across several types of contracts your BC-based business may need. Contracts are a great tool for establishing expectations and mitigating potential...
by dana@benchmarklaw.ca | Mar 7, 2023 | Blog
Business contracts are an important part of any small business. They serve as an agreement between two or more parties, whether it’s another business, a client or an employee. Contracts ensure each party understands what is required of them, with the goal of...
by dana@benchmarklaw.ca | Feb 21, 2023 | Blog
Employee contracts are one of the most common and important documents a small business will use. Ensuring their accuracy is essential for effective operations, employee management and avoiding future disputes. What every employee contract should include ...
by dana@benchmarklaw.ca | Feb 12, 2023 | Blog
The small business industry currently accounts for about 30% of Gross Domestic Product in Canada – a proportion that is continuously growing. Small businesses also account for over two-thirds of employment in five large Canadian industries. Small businesses...
by dana@benchmarklaw.ca | Feb 10, 2023 | Blog
Any business, no matter how big or small, requires legal contracts. Five of the most common types of business contracts include: Non-disclosure agreement — a legally binding contract between two parties outlining confidential information or material that is not...
by dana@benchmarklaw.ca | Feb 6, 2023 | Blog
Whether you’re building a new business or maintaining your current one, you’ll come across various types of contracts that your BC-based business may need. Having these contracts in place is the first and most important step in protecting your business from a...
by dana@benchmarklaw.ca | Feb 1, 2023 | Blog
Wills & Estate planning is especially important for small business owners who own property and assets. It’s also a critical part of planning for your family’s future. In the unfortunate event of your death, injury, or incapacity, having a proper plan in...
by dana@benchmarklaw.ca | Jan 21, 2023 | Blog
After registering your newly incorporated business, there are steps you’ll need to take to keep it in good standing. Even though each province has unique requirements, there are minimum requirements for maintaining your company required by most Canadian...
by dana@benchmarklaw.ca | Jan 21, 2023 | Blog
When you’re a small business owner, it’s important to plan for the future. When you have a Representation Agreement, it ensures that you have a key legal document in British Columbia for incapacity planning/advance care planning. It’s a legally...
by dana@benchmarklaw.ca | Jan 20, 2023 | Blog
Starting a new small business in BC can be very rewarding, but it doesn’t come without its challenges. As a new business owner, you’ll need to commit to giving your business the time, hard work and passion it needs to succeed. There is so much information out...