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The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has announced that it “fully expects” to reverse
Medicare Part B rate cuts for separately payable drugs acquired through the 340B Drug Pricing Program,
resulting in an estimated additional $1.96 billion for 340B hospitals. Learn more through this blog post released by Foley & Lardner.

This article focuses on the main vulnerabilities and best practices in data protection - a view from the inside.

This article outlines those things to think about when considering a superannuation fund loan.

This article considers how Target’s entry into Canada will impact collective bargaining rights. Target’s entry into Canada was made possible, in part, by its decision to acquire lease-hold interests that Zellers, Inc. previously held. Target successfully established that it was primary acquiring Zellers for its lease rights, and not for its assets or goodwill. This article details the court case that led to this outcome and notes what this could mean as a business strategy for other corporations.

This article summarises the legislative framework for the protection of personally<br />identifiable information (PII).

This article argues that the path of Chinese land reform better fits a “bundle of sticks” than “law of things” view of property rights. It also examines the recent policy developments following the third plenum of the 18th Congress of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and finds that policy makers have stuck to the stick by stick approach.

This article focuses on the second of the three principal types of transaction structures used in mergers and acquisitions (M&A), an Asset Purchase, and discusses specific issues and attributes of Asset Purchase deals, and in section III, reviews the common elements of Asset Purchase Agreements, the main transaction document used to put an Asset Purchase deal together. Following the discussion are “Deal Points” on important considerations in the purchase or sale of a business: what to do, and what at all costs not to do.

This 25-minute course explains the attorney-client privilege as it applies to our organization, as well as how to recognize and protect privileged materials and communications. (Licensed for use in classroom settings only and not for distribution in any form.)

Learn about Hong Kong current law, proposed law, risks, and law enforcement related to crowdfunding.

607 - Best Practices in Tracking Environmental Law Worldwide

Tips from ACC's past chairman of the board on raising the mundane label of compliance to the elevated status of exemplary corporate behavior.

You give your sales manager daily updates but still hear that the contract you are negotiating with a customer is “stuck in legal.” You work incredibly hard but don’t seem to be getting results. The successful in-house lawyer knows how to meet his or her clients more than halfway. Knowing the right way and right time to reach out to, work with, and serve your business clients will drive your effectiveness, enjoyment and success as an in-house lawyer. This program for new and experienced in-house counsel will teach you how to move beyond pure legal analysis and into the advanced do’s and don’t’s of in-house practice: knowing your business and its goals, using advanced communication skills and picking your battles. The tips, tools and techniques presented will allow you to align with your business leaders while ensuring you hew to your core mission with integrity.

Because financial industry databases are goldmines for hackers, the financial sector faces greater threats and higher regulatory demands and consequences than other industries. This interactive session will equip in-house counsel with the practical guidance and tools they need to respond when the inevitable happens. Attendees will work through a breach scenario and walk away from the program with a step-by-step outline of what to do when the data breach occurs (i.e., who to notify, remedial steps to take, etc.). Discuss best practices for information sharing, notification protocols and responding to the media. Explore the questions that should be considered before notifying the board and notifying the appropriate government agencies.

There are numerous electronic signature tools available that enable your executives to sign from their laptop or mobile device, from anywhere they can connect to the Internet. Learn how to best instruct clients on taking advantage of this technology.

In this multi-country guide, learn about the transfer of IP rights in a wide range of jurisdictions.

By using this LOI, a foreign investor can outline its intention to purchase all or part of the registered capital in a domestic Chinese company that is not listed and may have subsidiaries. An LOI is also often referred to as a heads of terms, term sheet or memorandum of understanding. The LOI China is drafted for a single buyer and a single seller. It includes legally binding provisions relating to the exclusivity of negotiations and costs, and assumes that a confidentiality agreement has already been entered into. It has been drafted from the perspective of the foreign buyer and assumes that Chinese law applies.

Learn how to develop a strong training program that prevents misconduct, improves employee morale, strengthens alignment with core values and promotes ethical behavior.

Investment in China has surged, particularly into the booming and reforming metropolis of Shanghai, drawn by a cost-effective workforce and a growing market. But U.S. investors still encounter legal difficulties when establishing, operating, and exiting from a China presence. Hong Kong has recently suffered from high costs and labor skill shortfalls and faces competition from Shanghai to be the leading center of business and finance in "Greater China." This article shows you how to help your company address these changes and reduce taxes through a regional structure of investments and operations by cherry-picking advantages from each city.

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) gives a succinct overview of restraints of trade, monopolies and abuses of market power in the European Union.

Social networking is no longer relegated to personal communications; businesses are increasingly using Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn to strengthen their relationships with consumers. While benefits of social networking are numerous, these sites have become increasingly attractive targets in litigation. This article discusses how organizations can mitigate the risks associated with social networking through thoughtful and proactive planning.

In preparation for future innovation, in-house counsel should consider both the risks and the rewards of advancement to keep the company up to speed with the of the Internet of Things (IoT).

An effective anti-corruption program deters the risk of wrongdoing, positively affects corporate culture, improves the company’s relationship with regulatory authorities and provides the company with options for remedial measures should they need to be undertaken quickly. Read this article to learn how to achieve these benefits.

This article delves into the evolving landscape of social media investigations, covering best practices, legal frameworks, and strategic solutions to help employers conduct effective fact-finding and manage their workforce in the digital era.

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) provides a practical guide to a Q&A that gives an overview of the legal system; foreign investment, including restrictions, currency regulations and incentives; and business vehicles and their relevant restrictions and liabilities in Hong Kong.

It’s not how you negotiate, but how you reduce negotiations. This program will cover the major issues in technology contracts and practical advice on what you can negotiate with the giants of the IT world. Learn how to work with large and small vendors in collaborating and negotiating common terms that are applicable throughout the industry.