August Timely Topics: new Canadian export controls, taxing dispute settlements and more
Timely Topics with McCarthy Tétrault curates our latest insights to help you stay informed of developments that can affect your business. Please contact us if you have any questions on the topics below.
Here are this month’s trending topics:
Tax
Settlements: Tax outcomes every litigator needs to know
Payments to successful parties in a dispute can carry significant tax consequences depending on how they are characterized. This article discusses the importance of considering the tax implications of such payments to optimize financial outcomes.
Our National Tax Group has an unparallelled understanding of Canada’s tax regime. Contact its Co-Heads Raj Juneja or Brett Anderson to effectively manage your tax obligations
International Trade and Investment Law
New export and tech transfer controls signal a trend towards unilateral Canadian action
The federal government’s latest version of A Guide to Canada’s Export Control List targets AI, life sciences, semiconductors, defence, and more. It also reflects the government’s increasing emphasis on imposing unilateral controls on transfers of sensitive goods, technology, and services out of Canada. Our article covers key changes, affected industries, and essential compliance steps for organizations.
Our International Trade and Investment Law Group is Canada’s strongest. Talk to John Boscariol or Martha Harrison for help navigating the current trade challenges.
Appellate Litigation
A constitutional right to bike lanes?
The Ontario Superior Court has significantly expanded the section 7 guarantee of the right to life, liberty and security of the person by recognizing a constitutional right to bike lanes. Read our review of the decision and the court’s reasoning, which will undoubtedly be challenged on appeal.
McCarthy Tétrault handles many of Canada’s most important appeals, judicial review proceedings and public law cases. Talk to Byron Shaw, Brandon Kain or another member of our Appellate Litigation Group to find out how our team can bring its exceptional written and oral advocacy to bear on your case.
White Collar Defence and Investigations
Best practices during the execution of a search warrant
How you immediately respond to a police search warrant can have lasting legal and reputational consequences for your business. Our article covers the key steps to take when presented with a warrant, how to scope police authority, documenting the search, and the law around electronic devices.
Our White Collar Defence and Investigations team helps you respond to regulatory and criminal risk in diverse areas. Contact Andrew Matheson for assistance through all stages of an investigation.
Immigration
How to cross the U.S. border with confidence
In the current immigration climate, travellers to the U.S. can ensure a confident and uncomplicated journey by following best practices. Our article covers tips for verifying your documents, registration rules, electronic device searches, and what to expect at the U.S. border.
MT❯iplus, a division of McCarthy Tétrault, offers streamlined ways to address complex immigration needs in a global marketplace. Contact Stéphane Duval for an effective and personal approach to your business immigration matters.
This newsletter provides general information only. It does not provide legal advice. Please seek legal counsel if you need help addressing any issue covered in this newsletter.
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