Amar-VR Law

Amar-VR Law We are a dedicated small law firm specializing in Business, IP, Employment, and Video Game Law

We’re excited to share that AMAR-VR LAW is an official sponsor of IO Connect: Holiday Mixer 🎉For years we’ve supported v...
11/26/2025

We’re excited to share that AMAR-VR LAW is an official sponsor of IO Connect: Holiday Mixer 🎉

For years we’ve supported video game, XR, and creative-tech clients with:
⚖️ Contracts and commercial agreements
📜 IP and licensing
🤝 Corporate and deal work

This year at IO Connect, we’re also introducing something new:
👉 a structured outside counsel service for studios and in-house teams that want ongoing, games-aware legal support.

We’ll be at the VIP Reception and Holiday Mixer on December 3 – if you’re attending and want to chat about your 2026 plans or a specific deal, come say hi or send a DM.



💼 Hiring independent contractors? Don’t skip the IP clauses.In Ontario, contractors own the work they create unless your...
10/31/2025

💼 Hiring independent contractors? Don’t skip the IP clauses.

In Ontario, contractors own the work they create unless your agreement says otherwise. That means code, designs, and marketing assets might legally belong to them — not your company.

✔️ Assign IP rights in writing
✔️ Include moral-rights waivers
✔️ Define ownership and background IP
✔️ Protect your business before investors ask tough questions

Don’t let ownership disputes derail your growth or funding. Check out our latest blog to learn why every independent contractor agreement needs strong IP clauses.

Tip: Game projects evolve fast—review licenses, NDAs, and talent agreements every quarter to catch expiry dates and scop...
10/31/2025

Tip: Game projects evolve fast—review licenses, NDAs, and talent agreements every quarter to catch expiry dates and scope creep early.

👥 Hiring your first employee? Don’t overlook the legal basics.Expanding your Ontario startup team is exciting—but it als...
10/30/2025

👥 Hiring your first employee? Don’t overlook the legal basics.

Expanding your Ontario startup team is exciting—but it also opens the door to new compliance risks. Before you send that offer letter, make sure you:

✔️ Understand your Employment Standards Act (ESA) obligations
✔️ Use lawyer-vetted, ESA-compliant employment contracts
✔️ Properly classify employees vs. contractors
✔️ Register payroll, WSIB, and required policies
✔️ Protect your IP and confidential information

A few proactive steps now can save your startup from costly disputes and Ministry audits later.

💡 Check out our latest blog to learn the employment law essentials for startups hiring their first employees.

Tip: On websites, social media, and code repos, include copyright lines and usage terms. Clear notices deter casual copi...
10/30/2025

Tip: On websites, social media, and code repos, include copyright lines and usage terms. Clear notices deter casual copiers and support takedown requests.

Tip: Twice a year, review contracts, insurance, equity grants, and compliance deadlines. Preventive care is cheaper than...
10/29/2025

Tip: Twice a year, review contracts, insurance, equity grants, and compliance deadlines. Preventive care is cheaper than crisis response.

🛡️ Private Investing ≠ Personal Risk — But Only If You Plan Ahead 🛡️Investing in Ontario private companies is about buil...
10/28/2025

🛡️ Private Investing ≠ Personal Risk — But Only If You Plan Ahead 🛡️
Investing in Ontario private companies is about building wealth — not exposing your personal assets. But personal liability can sneak in through:

❗ Personal guarantees you sign too quickly
❗ Board seats without D&O insurance or indemnity
❗ Loose reps, warranties, and indemnities in subscription documents
❗ Sloppy corporate governance that pierces the corporate veil

✅ Protect yourself with the right structure, drafting, and governance from day one. Use holding companies. Cap indemnities. Negotiate guarantees. Secure D&O coverage. And above all — document everything properly.

At AMAR-VR LAW, we help investors build airtight liability shields, so your capital works for you — not against you.

📝 Conflicts are inevitable, but they don’t have to derail your business or personal endeavors. With the right legal stra...
10/27/2025

📝 Conflicts are inevitable, but they don’t have to derail your business or personal endeavors.

With the right legal strategy, you can navigate disagreements and emerge stronger.

At AMAR-VR LAW, we offer comprehensive dispute resolution services—whether through negotiation, mediation, or litigation—to help you find practical and cost-effective solutions.

Let us handle the complexities so you can focus on what matters most to you!

✨ Contact us to learn more about our Dispute Resolution services.

Tip: Schedule annual reviews of contracts, licenses, insurance, and compliance obligations. Proactive tune-ups cost less...
10/27/2025

Tip: Schedule annual reviews of contracts, licenses, insurance, and compliance obligations. Proactive tune-ups cost less than emergency overhauls.

📄 Termination in Ontario: More Complicated Than You Think.Letting an employee go isn’t just about writing a cheque. Betw...
10/24/2025

📄 Termination in Ontario: More Complicated Than You Think.

Letting an employee go isn’t just about writing a cheque. Between ESA notice, severance pay, benefit continuation, and potential common-law claims, one misstep can turn a routine dismissal into a costly dispute.

Are your contracts properly limiting notice? Are you continuing benefits during the statutory period? Does your Form 1 filing cover mass terminations?

We break down the legal essentials Ontario employers need to manage terminations the right way — and avoid painful surprises.

Tip: For cross-studio co-developments, outline budget caps, milestone IP ownership, and exit options to keep friendships...
10/24/2025

Tip: For cross-studio co-developments, outline budget caps, milestone IP ownership, and exit options to keep friendships (and projects) intact.

📲 Still sealing brand deals through DMs and e-transfers? In Ontario’s billion-dollar influencer economy, handshake agree...
10/23/2025

📲 Still sealing brand deals through DMs and e-transfers?
In Ontario’s billion-dollar influencer economy, handshake agreements don’t cut it anymore. Without a written contract, creators and brands risk:

✔️ Missed payments
✔️ IP confusion
✔️ compliance issues
✔️ Content approval bottlenecks
✔️ Legal liability you didn’t expect

A lawyer-drafted contract protects everyone, speeds up approvals, and ensures your campaign stays compliant—on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and beyond.

🎯 Whether you're the creator or the brand, set the terms before you hit “post.”

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