Removing a business partner in Ontario gets far more complicated once a business has three or more owners instead of two. A disagreement between two partners often ends with one partner buying out the other, but a dispute involving three, four, or more partners raises different questions, such as who actually has the authority to remove someone, how a decision among the remaining partners gets made, and what the departing partner is owed.

A corporate deadlock can take hold of a business in a way that feels sudden, even though it has usually been building for some time. Many private companies are structured with equal ownership, where each of the two owners holds a 50% interest, because the two people starting the business trust each other and want to share control evenly.

A business partnership breakup can leave a company stuck. Learn the legal options available when partners cannot agree….

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When something unexpected happens that stops a property deal or lease from moving forward, many people turn to a clause called force majeure. It is a section in a contract that covers extraordinary events that are completely outside of anyone’s control. These are the kinds of events no one can plan for, and no one can prevent.

When two or more people run a business together, each partner takes on a legal obligation to act honestly and fairly, but what happens when a partner breaks their legal duties?

Protect your business when you are facing commercial litigation. Working with a lawyer can help resolve disputes effectively.....

Running a business means making tough decisions, especially when conflicts arise. Whether it involves a supplier, partner, client, or employee, disputes can quickly drain time, energy, and money. While heading to court might seem like the only option, it is often worth exploring ways to settle out of court first. One of the most effective ways to do this is through mediation.

A shareholder agreement is one of the most important documents a business can have. It is more than just paperwork, it is a roadmap for how a company will be owned, managed, and protected. In Canada, a well-drafted shareholder agreement not only outlines ownership and decision-making but also plays a critical role in preventing disputes from turning into costly litigation. When disagreements do arise, litigation lawyers step in to protect shareholder rights and, where possible, resolve conflicts without a lengthy court battle.

As a minority shareholder in an Ontario corporation, you may feel like your voice does not carry much weight. But you have rights…

A dispute between shareholders often comes up when there is a serious disagreement about how the business is being run. One shareholder might feel left out of important decisions, concerned about financial transparency, or suspicious of a conflict of interest. These issues can arise between majority and minority shareholders, or even between equal partners who play different roles in the business.

When business disputes arise, choosing between mediation or litigation can have a major impact on your company’s future. Whether it is a disagreement between long-time partners or a conflict with a new vendor, how you resolve the issue can affect everything from your finances to your working relationships. Both mediation and litigation offer different paths forward—each with its own advantages and drawbacks.