CONTENTS On the cover
YES WE CAN . . . Cap and trade
The upstart Western Climate Initiative was given a major boost with the election of Barack Obama, but what will happen in Canada?
By Glenn Kauth Page 12
7 Recalls lead to stiff trade rules
High-profile recalls led to stiff government regulations that fell by the wayside with the 2008 Canadian election. Those measures may be on their way back in 2009.
By Jeremy Hainsworth 21 27 17 Hostile takeover
Stocks plummeting and investor confidence at an all-time low could mean boards will need to be ready for inevitable proxy battles in 2009.
By Kelly Harris 30 Right v. might
The U.S. and Canada are both free countries, but while the States value security as a key to freedom, Canucks value human rights. What happens when those values clash?
By Heather Capannelli C ANADIAN Lawyer INHOUSE DECEMBER 2008 5 34 23
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY Price maintenance
U.S. rulings on price maintenance drive a further wedge between North American rules.
By Kelly Harris
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Cross-border shopper
A day at the office means a lot for Elisa D. Garcia C., especially considering that office is business supply giant Office Depot.
By donalee Moulton
INHOUSE SURVEY Satisfaction not guaranteed
The Canadian Lawyer/Canadian Lawyer InHouse survey shows legal departments don't believe they get the best for their money.
By Jeffrey H. Waugh Cross-border litigation quiz
Test your knowledge with this quiz supplied by WeirFoulds LLP.
COVER ILLUSTRATION: MICK COULAS
