Private law

Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada announces a judicial appointment to the Tax Court of Canada

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

John C. Yuan, Counsel in the Tax Law Services Porfolio at Justice Canada in Ottawa, is appointed a judge of the Tax Court of Canada.

Key Points: 
  • John C. Yuan, Counsel in the Tax Law Services Porfolio at Justice Canada in Ottawa, is appointed a judge of the Tax Court of Canada.
  • I am confident he will serve Canadians well as a member of the Tax Court of Canada."
  • Justice Yuan joined the Tax Law Services Portfolio of the Department of Justice Canada in 2022 as counsel in the legal services unit for the Canada Revenue Agency.
  • Budget 2022 provides for 22 new judicial positions, along with two associate judges at the Tax Court of Canada.

Automation Anywhere partners with Google Cloud to bring together Generative AI and Intelligent Automation

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

SAN JOSE, Calif., June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Automation Anywhere and Google Cloud today announced an expanded partnership that combines the power of generative AI and intelligent automation to accelerate the adoption of AI and make it accessible to every enterprise.

Key Points: 
  • Automation Anywhere is utilizing Google Cloud's large language models (LLMs) via Vertex AI to build and launch new generative AI features on the Automation Success Platform.
  • The partnership with Google Cloud will now unlock new value and automation use cases for customers with generative AI, including:
    Empowering citizen developers: Businesses can build automation from natural language using the Automation Success Platform and Google Cloud's generative AI and go from idea to automation faster than ever.
  • With the power of generative AI models in Vertex AI, automation builders can use natural language to simply describe what they need and action a process in Automation Anywhere.
  • Google Cloud and Automation Anywhere also have a deep go-to-market partnership, focused on driving customer success, and the Automation Success Platform is available to deploy via the Google Cloud Marketplace.

Lawyer.com Launches Million Dollar AI Challenge to Expand Legal Access.

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023

This transformative contest calls for bold thinkers, hustling AI developers, and daring entrepreneurs who have the AI-powered magic to open up legal access to all.

Key Points: 
  • This transformative contest calls for bold thinkers, hustling AI developers, and daring entrepreneurs who have the AI-powered magic to open up legal access to all.
  • Lawyer.com looks to expand legal access to all by teaming up with worldwide AI geniuses.
  • AI will expand access to so many underserved markets and we want legal services to be at the forefront of this tsunami.
  • For more information about the Million Dollar AI Challenge, please visit ai.lawyer.com .

QuisLex Expands Leadership Team with Addition of Veteran Attorney Jennifer Contegiacomo

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023

Contegiacomo works closely with QuisLex’s COO in enhancing client services and providing overall management of the company’s litigation and corporate services teams.

Key Points: 
  • Contegiacomo works closely with QuisLex’s COO in enhancing client services and providing overall management of the company’s litigation and corporate services teams.
  • This includes collaborating with clients and the several specialized QuisLex teams, helping establish and maintain long-term customer relationships and assisting in the continued growth of QuisLex services.
  • Contegiacomo brings to QuisLex extensive experience handling complex litigation, discovery and legal operations.
  • Leading a large, dedicated team of attorneys, paralegals and technology professionals, Contegiacomo was responsible for strategy, organization and operations in support of a Fortune 100 client.

Norton Rose Fulbright and Mergermarket launch Global M&A Trends and Risks Report

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023

The result is the first-ever Global M&A Trends and Risks Report from Norton Rose Fulbright and Mergermarket, which is now available for download.

Key Points: 
  • The result is the first-ever Global M&A Trends and Risks Report from Norton Rose Fulbright and Mergermarket, which is now available for download.
  • This comprehensive report examines the dealmaking prospects and expected trends with a particular eye on geographies, sectors and deal drivers.
  • We produced this M&A-focused report to share our latest corporate experience and global insights.
  • Norton Rose Fulbright provides a full scope of legal services to the world’s preeminent corporations and financial institutions.

REPEAT - Injured Workers Media Conference

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023

TORONTO, May 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Ontario Network of Injured Workers Groups (ONIWG) and community members/allies1 will be holding a media conference on May 31 addressing the damaging Value for Money Audit Report by KPMG management consultants on the WSIB appeals and resolution processes.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, May 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Ontario Network of Injured Workers Groups (ONIWG) and community members/allies1 will be holding a media conference on May 31 addressing the damaging Value for Money Audit Report by KPMG management consultants on the WSIB appeals and resolution processes.
  • “The WSIB has accepted the recommendations from KPMG that are designed to restrict access to the appeal system.
  • The recommendations from the report create impossible timelines in the appeals process for injured workers and representatives to meet creating additional barriers to justice.
  • The recommendations attack the rights of injured workers’, both as workers and individuals living with disabilities, under the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act and the UN CRPD.

SAB Biotherapeutics to Present Novel Human IgG Platform with Positive Data and Breakthrough Therapy and Fast-Track Designations for Influenza Treatment at BIO 2023 International Convention

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023

Dr. Sullivan will present positive clinical data supporting the use of SAB-176 as an effective treatment option for influenza, along with insights into the recent Breakthrough Therapy and Fast Track Designations granted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Key Points: 
  • Dr. Sullivan will present positive clinical data supporting the use of SAB-176 as an effective treatment option for influenza, along with insights into the recent Breakthrough Therapy and Fast Track Designations granted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
  • “We look forward to presenting our platform’s latest advancements and research progress at BIO 2023,” Dr. Sullivan said.
  • “SAB Biotherapeutics is on a transformative journey, leveraging our novel immunotherapy platform to develop innovative therapeutic solutions like SAB-176, which holds tremendous promise in the treatment of influenza.
  • To learn more about partnering opportunities and SAB’s presence at BIO 2023, please contact Sheila Carlson at [email protected] .

Injured Workers Media Conference

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Monday, May 29, 2023

TORONTO, May 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Ontario Network of Injured Workers Groups (ONIWG) and community members/allies1 will be holding a media conference on May 31 addressing the damaging Value for Money Audit Report by KPMG management consultants on the WSIB appeals and resolution processes.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, May 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Ontario Network of Injured Workers Groups (ONIWG) and community members/allies1 will be holding a media conference on May 31 addressing the damaging Value for Money Audit Report by KPMG management consultants on the WSIB appeals and resolution processes.
  • “The WSIB has accepted the recommendations from KPMG that are designed to restrict access to the appeal system.
  • The recommendations from the report create impossible timelines in the appeals process for injured workers and representatives to meet creating additional barriers to justice.
  • The recommendations attack the rights of injured workers’, both as workers and individuals living with disabilities, under the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act and the UN CRPD.

Drake Law Firm Launches Lemon Daddy with Austin Reaves and Black Llama

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023

LOS ANGELES, May 31, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Drake Law Firm, a leading legal services provider, is thrilled to announce the launch of Lemon Daddy, a groundbreaking online platform offering comprehensive legal advice and assistance for lemon law cases. Alongside this exciting launch, Drake Law Firm is proud to reveal an exclusive endorsement partnership with renowned athlete and influencer, Austin Reaves. The collaboration was orchestrated by Black Llama, a creative powerhouse responsible for conceptualizing the entire Lemon Daddy brand, name, and campaign, as well as brokering the deal between Drake Law Firm and Austin Reaves.

Key Points: 
  • Alongside this exciting launch, Drake Law Firm is proud to reveal an exclusive endorsement partnership with renowned athlete and influencer, Austin Reaves.
  • The collaboration was orchestrated by Black Llama, a creative powerhouse responsible for conceptualizing the entire Lemon Daddy brand, name, and campaign, as well as brokering the deal between Drake Law Firm and Austin Reaves.
  • "Drake Law Firm expresses its utmost appreciation for Black Llama exceptional work and expertise in bringing Lemon Daddy to life.
  • By joining forces with Austin Reaves and partnering with Black Llama, Drake Law Firm intends to make a significant impact in the realm of lemon law advocacy.

US Bookkeeping Services Lead the Way: Outsourcing Offshore Transforms Business Efficiency, says IBN Technologies

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023

In today's dynamic business environment, organizations across various sectors are recognizing the benefits of outsourcing their bookkeeping tasks.

Key Points: 
  • In today's dynamic business environment, organizations across various sectors are recognizing the benefits of outsourcing their bookkeeping tasks.
  • "At IBN Technologies, we understand the challenges businesses face in managing their bookkeeping tasks while striving for growth," said Mr. Ajay Mehta, CEO and Founder of IBN Technologies.
  • "Our goal is to provide comprehensive bookkeeping services and outsourcing solutions that streamline operations, reduce costs, and deliver peace of mind to our clients."
  • Comprehensive Bookkeeping Services : IBN offers a wide range of bookkeeping services tailored to the unique needs of businesses.