Trade Secret vs Patent: Maximize Your IP Protection
You’ve built something valuable. Maybe it’s a manufacturing process in Toronto, a software workflow used by clients in New York, or a product design you’re preparing to launch on both sides of the border. The question usually arrives earlier than founders expect. Should you patent it, or keep it secret? At Mayo Law, our attorneys […]
Immigration Lawyer For Business | Expert Visa & Compliance
Your company is growing, and the right hire isn’t in your city. They’re in Toronto while your entity is in New York, or they’re in New York while your parent company is in Ontario. That’s usually the moment business leaders realize immigration isn’t a paperwork task. It’s a business risk issue tied to hiring, timing, […]
What Is an Antitrust Lawsuit | Mayo Law
You’re negotiating a distribution deal in New York, opening sales in Ontario, and a potential partner suddenly says, “Let’s avoid anything that looks like price coordination.” Then you see a headline about an antitrust lawsuit against a major company. What felt like a problem for giant corporations now feels uncomfortably close. At Mayo Law, we […]
A Guide to Stock Purchase Agreements for 2026
When you're buying or selling a business, the Stock Purchase Agreement (SPA) is the single most important document in the entire transaction. It’s the legal blueprint that dictates every term of the deal. For entrepreneurs navigating a company sale or an acquisition, especially across the U.S.-Canada border, getting this agreement right is non-negotiable. At Mayo […]