Edward Mancinelli

We’re kicking off the Fall season by highlighting some of our recent work: Acted as Special Counsel to Toronto-based data management company in the purchase and sale of 7-figure ($CAD) Internet domain name. Represented software company in negotiation of agreements relating to the licensing of patented cryptographic schema dealing with digital data security, privacy and

AI and IoT each represent a major technological evolution which raise questions about the future of copyright laws in our data-driven economy and AI marketplace. Background The recently launched “Consultation on a Modern Copyright Framework for AI and IoT” on July 16, 2021 seeks to ensure that Canada’s copyright framework can handle recent advancements in

Even in today’s digital era of fake news stories, conspiracy theories and misinformation, there are limits on copyright protection when asserting infringement against others. Winkler v. Hendley, 2021 FC 498 reaffirms the long-standing Canadian legal authority that copyright does not protect facts (e.g. non-fictional events in history and persons).  On a summary judgment motion, the

On 26 April 2021, we wish to recognize all small and medium-sized businesses everywhere as true “heroes” in the post-COVID world economy.