F2024 BLAW-300-MB Quiz # 3
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Which role is primarily responsible for managing the business affairs of a corporation?

  • External auditors.
  • Shareholders.
  • Employees.
  • Officers & Directors. (correct)

    • Under copyright law, what do moral rights protect for authors?

  • The right to produce sequels of their works
  • Financial compensation for their work
  • Exclusivity in distributing their work
  • Attribution and protection from prejudicial modifications that may damage the author's reputation or honour (correct)

    • What is required for a work to receive copyright protection?

  • The work must be registered with the copyright office.
  • The work must be original and be fixed in a material form. (correct)
  • The work must be a joint effort between multiple authors.
  • The work must be published.

    • Which right is NOT granted under copyright?

    <p>The right to create a sequel.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'fixation' refer to in copyright protection?

    <p>The work being expressed in a fixed form.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following scenarios would likely constitute copyright infringement?

    <p>Copying a substantial part of a work without consent.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the right to exclude allow property owners to do?

    <p>Prohibit others from entering their property</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the tort of trespass allow property owners to do?

    <p>Sue for damages if trespassed upon.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What limitation do renters have concerning property rights?

    <p>They cannot sell the property.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are external stakeholders in a corporation?

    <p>People who conduct business with the corporation without governance roles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To a corporation, what is a share?

    <p>A representation of ownership interest in a corporation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can shareholders in a corporation not do?

    <p>Exercise direct control over corporate operations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be demonstrated for an invention to be considered patentable?

    <p>It must be new, useful, and non-obvious.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one key responsibility of directors in relation to company affairs?

    <p>Staying informed about the corporation's financial matters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately reflects the responsibilities of shareholders?

    <p>Shareholders can compete freely with the corporation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the oppression remedy in shareholder rights?

    <p>To protect shareholders from actions that prejudice their interests</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines the relationship between the bailor and bailee in a bailment agreement?

    <p>The bailor temporarily transfers possession while retaining ownership.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes 'winding up' a corporation?

    <p>Dissolving a corporation through a complex process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is accurate regarding corporate liability regarding debts?

    <p>A corporation is responsible for its own liabilities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under agency law, when is a corporation bound by a contract?

    <p>When the agent has actual or apparent authority</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary limitation on the rights of renters?

    <p>The right to sell the property</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which right allows an owner to keep others from entering their property?

    <p>Right to exclude</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is not considered a legal right associated with property ownership?

    <p>The right to abandon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What legal action allows a private property owner to prevent unauthorized access to their property?

    <p>Trespass</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements reflects a component necessary to prove trademark passing off?

    <p>Evidence that the plaintiff has significant goodwill.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which situation do bond and debenture holders have priority over shareholders?

    <p>During the repayment of debts in insolvency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a method of financing a corporation?

    <p>Franchise financing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes equity financing for a corporation?

    <p>It involves selling shares to raise capital.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following defines a bond in corporate financing?

    <p>A document evidencing a secured debt owed by the corporation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the primary duties of directors and officers in relation to corporate governance?

    <p>To act honestly and in good faith towards the corporation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which action is considered a conflict of interest for directors when performing their duties?

    <p>Allowing personal interests to interfere with their corporate duties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is true regarding the ultimate responsibility of directors in a corporation?

    <p>Directors retain ultimate responsibility regardless of appointed officers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What legal action allows a property owner to prevent unauthorized access to their land?

    <p>Trespass</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If specific goods are in a deliverable state, when does ownership pass to the buyer?

    <p>At the time the contract is made</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If goods are delivered on approval, when does the title pass to the buyer?

    <p>When the buyer indicates approval or keeps the goods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If the seller must weigh or test specific goods, when does property pass to the buyer?

    <p>The seller must weigh or test and notify the buyer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'stoppage in transit' allow a seller to do?

    <p>Demand the return of goods if the buyer is insolvent.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under sales of goods legislation, what primarily governs the transfer of title in a transaction?

    <p>The contract's specific terms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the bill of lading serve as in the shipping process?

    <p>A shipping contract and proof of goods transfer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Directors are required to act in the best interests of the corporation.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Shareholders have the same duties and responsibilities as directors with respect to the corporation.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Shareholders cannot sell their shares in private corporations.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Derivative actions are lawsuits filed by shareholders on behalf of the corporation to secure personal gains.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Oppression remedies are only available to directors of a corporation in cases of unfair treatment.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A unanimous shareholders' agreement restricts the powers of the directors to manage the corporation.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Landowners have legal obligations to cooperate with intrusions on their land.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The right to exclude allows property owners to prevent unauthorized access to their property.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Shareholders can legally strip a corporation of its assets to avoid paying creditors.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The process of winding up a corporation is straightforward and simple.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A corporation can lapse if it fails to file an annual report.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Corporate Management and Shareholders

    • Managing the Business Affairs: The role of managing the business affairs of a corporation is primarily attributed to the board of directors.

    • Shareholders in a corporation are entitled to:

      • Vote on corporate matters
      • Receive dividends if declared by the board
      • Inspect the corporate records
      • Bring a derivative action on behalf of the corporation

    • Shareholders in a corporation cannot:

      • Manage the day-to-day operations of the corporation
      • Bind the corporation to contracts
      • Make decisions on behalf of the corporation

    • Internal stakeholders of a corporation include:

      • Directors
      • Officers
      • Employees
      • Shareholders
      • Creditors

    • Moral rights protect an author's:

      • Right of attribution (to be recognized as the creator)
      • Right to integrity (to prevent modifications that harm their reputation)

    • To receive copyright protection, a work must be:

      • Original
      • Expressed in a tangible form (fixed)

    • Copyright does NOT grant the right to:

      • Prevent others from using ideas or facts expressed in the work

    • Copyright protection generally lasts for the life of the author plus 70 years.

    • Fixation, in the context of copyright, refers to the expression of a work in a tangible form (e.g., writing, recording, film).

    • Copyright infringement occurs when someone uses a copyrighted work without permission.

    Property Law

    • The right to exclude allows property owners to:

      • Prevent others from entering or using their property

    • The tort of trespass allows property owners to:

      • Take legal action against individuals who enter their property without permission

    • Renters have a limited interest in the property and cannot make permanent alterations without the owner's consent.

    • Internal stakeholders are those who are directly involved in the operations of the corporation (e.g., employees, shareholders, directors).

    • External stakeholders are those who have an interest in the corporation but are not directly involved in its operations (e.g., customers, suppliers, government).

    • To a corporation, a share represents a unit of ownership and entitles the shareholder to:

      • Receive dividends
      • Vote at shareholder meetings
      • Share in the corporation's assets upon its dissolution

    Patent Law

    • To be considered patentable, an invention must be:

      • Novel (new and original)
      • Useful (having practical application)
      • Non-obvious (not readily apparent to a person skilled in the relevant art)

    • Directors have the key responsibility of managing the affairs of the company and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations.

    • Shareholders' responsibilities primarily involve:

      • Electing directors
      • Approving major corporate decisions

    • Derivative action is a legal remedy that allows shareholders to enforce a corporate cause of action on behalf of the corporation, when the corporation itself fails to do so.

    • The oppression remedy is intended to protect shareholders from unfair or oppressive actions by the corporation's directors or majority shareholders.

    Bailment

    • A bailment agreement defines the relationship between the bailor (owner of the property) and the bailee (person holding the property temporarily).

    • A bailee may be liable for the loss of bailed property if they:

      • Fail to exercise reasonable care in handling the property

    Corporate Finance

    • Private corporations typically restrict the sale of shares to a limited number of investors.

    • The degree of care expected from a bailee under common law is influenced by:

      • The value of the property
      • The nature of the bailment
      • The bailee's knowledge and experience

    • For a bailment relationship to be valid:

      • The bailee must have possession of the property with the bailor's consent

    • An invention is considered useful for the purpose of patent law if it has practical application or utility.

    • In most cases, the initial owner of an invention according to patent law is the inventor.

    • Winding up a corporation refers to the process of dissolving the corporation and distributing the assets to creditors and shareholders.

    • A corporation's liability for debts is typically limited to its assets.

    • A corporation is bound by a contract under agency law when:

      • An agent acts within the scope of their authority.

    • A renter's primary limitation is the lack of ownership rights in the property.

    • The right to exclude allows an owner to keep others from entering their property.

    • The right to use is not considered a legal right associated with property ownership.

    • The legal action that allows a private property owner to prevent unauthorized access is trespass.

    Aquatera Utilities

    • Aquatera Utilities provides water and wastewater services.

    • The name change was directed by the Corporate Registrar due to the similarity of names with other businesses.

    • The aspect of the names that was NOT a factor in determining their similarity was the size or nature of the businesses.

    • The document that defines the basic characteristics of corporations in several provinces is the Canada Business Corporations Act (CBCA).

    • A NUANS report, in the context of incorporation, helps identify any existing business names that are similar to the proposed name.

    • Aquaterra Water Management Inc. changed its name to Aquaterra Water in 2002.

    Trademark Law

    • Diageo's primary argument against Heaven Hills in the trademark dispute was that Heaven Hills' use of the "Crown Royal" trademark would likely cause confusion with Diageo's "Crown Royal" mark.

    • A trademark registration in Canada can provide its owner with:

      • Exclusive rights to use the mark
      • A legal presumption of ownership
      • The ability to sue infringers

    • The basis for The Tragically Hip's lawsuit against Mill Street Brewery was that Mill Street's use of the "Hip" trademark would likely cause confusion with The Tragically Hip's established trademark.

    • A key component necessary to prove trademark passing off is that the defendant's use of the mark is likely to deceive consumers into believing that the goods or services are associated with the plaintiff.

    • A successful passing off claim in trademark cases can result in:

      • An injunction to stop the infringement
      • Damages

    Corporate Governance

    • The primary purpose of corporate bylaws is to establish the internal rules and procedures for corporate governance.

    • Bond and debenture holders have priority over shareholders in the event of a corporation's liquidation, as they are considered creditors of the Corporation.

    • Methods of financing a corporation include:

      • Debt financing (e.g., bonds, debentures)
      • Equity financing (e.g., shares)
      • Crowdfunding

    • Equity financing for a corporation involves the sale of shares, giving investors ownership in the company.

    • Debt financing involves borrowing money from investors, who are paid back with interest.

    • The "donations" model of crowdfunding allows the lender to receive nothing in return.

    • The first meeting of shareholders after incorporation is typically used to:

      • Approve the bylaws
      • Elect the first board of directors

    • Conversion rights in corporate finance allow an investor to convert their debt securities into equity shares under specific conditions.

    • A bond in corporate financing represents a loan made by investors to the corporation, and the corporation is obligated to repay the bondholders.

    • Securities in relation to a corporation are financial instruments that represent ownership or debt within the Corporation.

    • A key duty of directors and officers in corporate governance is the duty of care, which requires them to act in the best interests of the corporation and make informed decisions.

    • The "comply or explain" regime introduced for public corporations in Canada requires corporations to either comply with certain governance principles or explain why they have chosen not to do so.

    • A conflict of interest for directors occurs when they make decisions that benefit them personally rather than the corporation.

    • A self-dealing contract occurs when a director contracts with the corporation for personal benefit.

    • Directors have the following duties under corporate legislation:

      • Duty of care
      • Duty of loyalty
      • Duty to act honestly and in good faith
      • Duty to act prudently

    • Corporations must report the number/percentage of:

      • Women
      • Members of visible minorities
      • Indigenous peoples on their boards.

    • Self-dealing contracts can potentially benefit a corporation by providing access to specialized services or resources.

    • Increased focus on diversity in corporate governance is likely due to:

      • Studies showing that diverse boards are more profitable
      • The importance of reflecting the corporation's stakeholders and customer base
      • Pressure from investors and consumers

    • Directors' ultimate responsibility in a corporation is to act in the best interests of the corporation and its shareholders.

    • Directors must avoid making decisions that benefit themselves or their associates at the expense of the corporation.

    Property Law

    • The right to transfer or dispose of property means that property owners can sell, lease, or gift their property to others.

    • The Supreme Court of Canada established Aboriginal title based on continuous occupation and use in the Delgamuukw case.

    • Renters are restricted from making permanent alterations to the property without the landlord's consent.

    • For a government to infringe on Aboriginal title rights, it must:

      • Prove that the infringement is justified by a compelling and substantial public purpose
      • Show that the infringement is minimally impairing to Aboriginal title rights

    • The point of confusion regarding airspace rights is the extent to which a property owner has exclusive control over the airspace above their property.

    • Trespass allows a property owner to prevent unauthorized access to their land.

    • The legal right to exclude manifests for property owners through the ability to prevent others from using their property without their permission.

    • The bundle of rights concept implies that ownership of property includes a collection of rights and powers regarding the property, such as the right to use, exclude, and transfer.

    • A misconception about the ownership of airspace is that property owners have absolute control over the airspace above their property.

    • To prove an Aboriginal title claim successfully:

      • Aboriginal groups must demonstrate continuous occupation and use of the land since sovereignty

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