Legal Commentary

3D printer revolution

Posted on May 15, 2013
Today’s Slaw post: 3D printing has become a popular topic lately.  While 3D printers that print objects similar to how ink jet printers print words have been around for many years, the cost has come down dramatically, and will continue to … Continue reading →

Wearable computing – Legal Issues?

Posted on May 08, 2013
Today’s Slaw post What do readers think about wearable computing?  Is it cool or creepy? Where is the technology headed? What legal or other issues might arise from it? I’m thinking about this because I find the intersection of technology and law … Continue reading →

Holistic strategy is better for privacy laws

Posted on May 06, 2013
For the London Free Press – May 6, 2013 – Read this at lfpress.com There has been controversy in the United States in the last few weeks about their patchwork of privacy laws in contrast to the holistic approach favoured … Continue reading →

Deloitte TMT Predictions

Posted on May 01, 2013
Todays’ Slaw post I just heard Duncan Stewart speak about the Deloitte 2013 TMT predictions at an event held by the London Economic Development Corporation.  A couple of things have been mentioned on Slaw before.  Here are some more things … Continue reading →

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What’s in a name?

Posted on April 24, 2013
Today’s Slaw post: We are always naming things – businesses, brands, trade-marks, domain names, and children.  But what makes a good or valuable name?  Naming anything can be a personal or emotional thing – but it is part science. Take … Continue reading →

Medical update touchscreen away

Posted on April 22, 2013
For the London Free Press – April 22, 2013 – Read this at lfpress.com Imagine a portable medical diagnostic scanner that can detect hundreds of illnesses and ailments in a matter of seconds without requiring a blood or tissue sample. … Continue reading →

Perspective is an important element of Privacy

Posted on April 17, 2013
Todays Slaw post: One thing I find consistent about privacy issues is an inconsistency in approach and viewpoint.  What is and is not deemed acceptable seems to change dramatically based on several factors, including geographic location (which I suppose is … Continue reading →

Anti-spam Q&A

Posted on April 11, 2013
I recently presented a webinar on the anti-spam law that was hosted by Andrew Schiestel of TBK Creative. That webinar can be viewed here.  Also see the 5 part article series I recently wrote on the topic. A number of … Continue reading →

Gadgets encroach on privacy

Posted on April 08, 2013
For the London Free Press – April 8, 2013 – Read this at lfpress.com  Machines that become self-aware and rebel against their human creators is a popular science fiction theme. A threat more immediate than Terminator?s Skynet or BSG?s rebelling … Continue reading →

Happy 40th Birthday to the Cell Phone

Posted on April 03, 2013
Today’s Slaw post Readwrite mobile says that the very first cell phone call was placed 40 years ago today by Motorola Division Manager Martin Cooper.  It was not until many years later – March 6, 1983, that it went on … Continue reading →

5 traps for lawmakers

Posted on March 27, 2013
Today’s Slaw post. I heard Josh Linkner speak yesterday at a TechAlliance event.  He talked about 5 growth traps for business, and as I reflect upon his message, his 5 traps are things that lawmakers fall into constantly. The over … Continue reading →

3-D printers disruptive tech

Posted on March 25, 2013
For the London Free Press – March 25, 2013 – read this at lfpress.com 3-D printing is moving from the realm of engineers and architects into the hands of hobbyists. It?s only a matter of time before we have 3-D … Continue reading →

Anti-spam webinar

Posted on March 22, 2013
On Wednesday March 27 I will be presenting a webinar on the pending anti-spam legislation, hosted by Andrew Schiestel of TBK Creative. Topics include what the act is about, how it will affect the average business, penalties for non-compliance, and what you … Continue reading →

Cloud storage, privacy, and Megaupload

Posted on March 20, 2013
Today’s Slaw post: The ongoing Megaupload case is a controversial lightning rod case for issues on cloud storage, privacy and copyright.  Megaupload basically ran a file storage and viewing service.  The US Department of justice shut them down, seized assets, and … Continue reading →

Google Glass – The Creepy Intrusive Privacy Perspective

Posted on March 13, 2013
Today’s Slaw post Google Glass is a cool concept.  The thought of having a real-time augmented reality display brings interesting possibilities.  In addition to possible courtroom use, take a look at 10 Compelling Ways People Plan To Use Google Glass, … Continue reading →

We’re looking for a better way to do 911

Posted on March 11, 2013
For the London Free Press – March 11, 2013 – read this at lfpress.com The CRTC (Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission) has started a consultation on 911 services in Canada, including digital Next Generation 911 (NG911) services...

Social Media & Public Opinion

Posted on March 06, 2013
Today’s Slaw post: Social media is often touted as an important influencer on public opinion and political causes.  The Pew Research Centre just released an interesting survey called  Twitter Reaction to Events Often at Odds with Overall Public Opinion...

Mobile World Congress under way – phablet anyone?

Posted on February 27, 2013
Today’s Slaw post: The wireless industry has a trade show this time each year in Barcelona.  Cellphone manufacturers announce their newest tech at the show.  Phablets are a big trend.  Several are included in this CNET slideshow of phones that were introduced...

Digital shift puts analogue in museums

Posted on February 25, 2013
For the London Free Press – February 25, 2013 – Read this at lfpress.com Over the last decade, we have been in the midst of an extraordinary technological revolution: the switch from analogue to digital. Though this shift has been … Continue reading →

Help feed the hungry – support Western’s ASB and YOU

Posted on February 21, 2013
Support Western’s ASB (Alternate Spring Break) program and YOU (Youth Opportunities Unlimited) by bidding for items in a closed bid auction or making a donation at the YOU kiosk in the market. They are open this Friday from 10 to 2 and Saturday from 12 to1...

Police can search unprotected cellphone without warrant

Posted on February 21, 2013
News reports say that the Ontario court of Appeal ruled that if a cellphone is not password protected, police making an arrest can search it without a warrant.  While I have not yet read the actual decision to understand the nuances, … Continue reading →

How not to demo your product to a law firm

Posted on February 20, 2013
Today’s Slaw post: I was involved recently in a demo of a product that a vendor was trying to sell to our firm.  I won’t identify the product or vendor, because this is not about the product itself.  The vendor … Continue reading →

HMV’s twitter debacle – don’t let it happen to you

Posted on February 11, 2013
HMV recently suffered embarrassment when an employee live tweeted as employees (including the person tweeting) were let go as part of a downsizing – using an official HMV twitter account. See these reports by Fast Company and Hootsuite for more details … Continue reading →

Orchestra London Red Hot Weekend deal

Posted on February 08, 2013
As an Orchestra London Board member, I have an opportunity to pass on for tickets to the next 6 Red Hot Weekends concerts. Tables of 10 (or a minimum of 4 tickets) are available at a reduced price.  It is an ideal … Continue reading →

Blackberry fans rejoice

Posted on February 06, 2013
Todays’ Slaw post As you are no doubt aware,  RIM Blackberry finally brought its new operating system and a new phone to market this week.  The first phone, the Z10 does not have a keyboard – a first for Blackberry.  So … Continue reading →

Sharing private information brings legal issues with it

Posted on February 04, 2013
For the London Free Press – February 4, 2013 Read this at lfpress.com Social media has opened the floodgates for the public dissemination of information about our private lives. Websites such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest provide an unprecedented … Continue reading →

The Anti-Spam Act – Part 5 of 5 – Challenges going forward

Posted on February 01, 2013
This last of 5 articles on the Anti-Spam Act will set out some of the questions and challenges going forward. This is the last of a series of 5 articles that will introduce the Act, describe what spam is and … Continue reading →

The Anti-Spam Act – Part 4 of 5 – Things we can do now to prepare

Posted on January 31, 2013
Today?s? article talks about what we can start doing now to be ready when the Act comes into effect. This is the forth of a series of 5 articles that will introduce the Act, describe what spam is and is … Continue reading →

The Anti-Spam Act – Part 3 of 5 – Other things in the Act

Posted on January 30, 2013
This article talks about things in the Anti-Spam Act that are not directly related to spam. This is the third of a series of 5 articles that will introduce the Act, describe what spam is and is not, talk about … Continue reading →

The Anti-Spam Act – Part 2 of 5 – The definition and treatment of Spam

Posted on January 29, 2013
This is the second of a series of 5 articles that will introduce the Act, describe what spam is and is not, talk about collateral provisions, what we can do now, and some of the challenges going forward. This article … Continue reading →

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