The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (“HIPAA”)1 and its implementing regulations (the “Privacy Rule”, the “Breach Notification Rule” and the “Security Rule”)2 establish security and privacy standards to ensure the confidentiality and integrity of Protected Health Information (“PHI”).3 Their application to Business Associates is summarized here.
These rules govern the procedure in all civil actions and proceedings in the United States district courts, except as stated in Rule 81. They should be construed, and administered, and employed by the court and the parties to secure the just, speedy, and inexpensive determination of every action and proceeding.
This is a sample form to use when considering gifts, grants and other donations for foundations.
This is a discussion of key securities law considerations for start-up or early-stage companies preparing to grant compensatory equity awards to employees, directors or other service providers.
This article addresses a number of safety issues which licensees need to be aware of and various measures they can implement in order to attempt to avoid health/safety issues in Australia.
The EU has just edged closer towards finalising its new market abuse regime with the European Parliament giving its backing to the political agreement reached on a new Market Abuse Regulation. This is set to replace existing UK civil rules in this area and will not depend on separate implementation by member states.
Key terms and information with regard to the ACA.
This article contains the chapter covering Australia and information regarding enforcement, appeals and damages in that country.
A recent decision in Australian law suggests that management action will be viewed as a whole, and not with a focus on each step taken. This approach may indicate that the anti-bullying jurisdiction may provide even less relief for workers than previously thought. Read more to find out how this will impact anti-harassment protocol in your company.
Sample gift acceptance policy for a nonprofit organization.