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Articles
Lisa J Sotto and Aaron P Simpson, Hunton & Williams LLP
12/12/2014

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

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… with: Adams & Adams Arzinger Coelho Ribeiro e Associados Com advokatbyrå Drew & Napier LLC ELIG, Attorneys-at-Law … 2051-1280 The information provided in this publication is general and may not apply in a specific situation. Legal … • requiring an individual to use an SSN to access a website unless another authentication device is also used; …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/01/2017
In-house counsel who are hesitant about the use of arbitration in complex business disputes should re-examine the facts and the tools available to them to craft an efficient and fair process. With attention invested up front and along the way, you can get a timely, fair, and efficient process that enables your company to get back to business.
… Article Reassessing Commercial Arbitration: Making It Work for Your Company Steven M. Greenspan Conna A. Weiner … … CHEAT SHEET Lead the way. The efficacy of arbitration is dependent on guidance from in-house counsel in two key … Bar Association (see his full biography at www.debevoise.com). Evans is an experienced arbitrator and attorney, and …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
WeComply
06/24/2013

This course will explain our policy regarding the privacy and security of electronic healthcare information in compliance with HIPAA, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. (Licensed for use in classroom settings only and not for distribution in any form.)

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… of ethics and compliance training since 1999. The course is also available online from any Internet-connected … use or online access, please e-mail info@wecomply.com or call 1-866-WeComply. INTRODUCTION Thank you for … least every three years To anyone who requests it On any website it maintains for customer-service or benefits …
Articles
Foley & Lardner LLP
07/01/2014

This report is a summary of the Committee findings to date and an overview of the key issues identified which have implications for the health care system as a whole.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Author Foley & Lardner LLP July 1, 2014 This report is a summary of the Committee findings to date and an … of the key issues identified which have implications for the health care system as a whole. Resource Details … guidance addressing physician investment posted on OIG’s website at oig.hhs.gov is current guidance. We believe all …
Program Materials
Robert Falk<br />General Counsel<br />Human Rights Campaign <br /><br />Rhonda Lees <br />Vice President, Legal Affairs <br />American Diabetes Association <br /><br />Emily Roisman<br />Vice President & Corporate Counsel <br />Feld Entertainment, Inc.<br /><br />Norman Wain <br />General Counsel, Chief of Business Affairs <br />USA Track & Field
10/25/2011

A run/walk/bike ride/bull-riding contest sounds like a great fundraising idea. But what should in-house counsel be thinking about when they are planning for an active event or negotiating contracts with vendors? Learn from the voices of experience.

in-house counsel be thinking about when they are planning for an active event or negotiating contracts with vendors? … third party fundraising tool (e.g., Firstgiving)  Charity is beneficiary of third party event  Charity buys slots in … award ceremony, etc.  Promotes event  Charity’s website  Email database  Mailers  Newsletters  Race day  …
Articles
Adam B. Cohen and Laura Taylor (Eversheds Sutherland LLP)
08/14/2024
11 pages

This article discusses the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) final rule amending Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) privacy regulations to provide significant additional protections for protected health information relating to reproductive health care.

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Interest Area: Health Law
… 13, 2024 United States https://www.eversheds-sutherland.com/en/united-states … to the Notice of Privacy Practices.  The Final Rule is e�ective as of June 25, 2024, and persons subject to the … The materials on the Eversheds Sutherland website are for general information purposes only and do not …
Articles
Eversheds Sutherland
03/16/2023
35 pages

The Eversheds Sutherland European Dictionary of Selected Legal Terms has been specifically designed with US and UK corporate counsel in mind. It brings together in a handy pocket format a guide to more than 1000 legal and commercial expressions commonly encountered or used by US and UK corporate counsel in business and in litigation situations in Europe. By covering these terms in English, French, German, Italian and Spanish, it extends to the European markets which directly serve more than 300 million people.

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Interest Area: Intellectual Property
Region: Global
… and their respective equivalents. Given there is often not a perfect (or indeed any) overlap in terms of … 853 8139 M: +1 404 293 1501 leedavis@eversheds-sutherland.com Remi Kleiman Partner T: +33 1 55 73 40 24 M: +33 6 24 26 … people. This resource was originally published on the website of Eversheds Sutherland in March 2023. … Eversheds …
Articles
Catherine Muir and Courtney Ingraffia Barton
02/01/2008

Discusses the general ways costs associated with ediscovery can be minimized including a records retention policy, a data map and establishing partnerships.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… Articles Corporate Strategies for Reducing Ediscovery costs Author Catherine Muir and … have been in effect for just over a year, case law is trickling in and companies and their attorneys are … review when litigation is pending. To ensure utility, a com- pany’s records retention policy should also be a living …
Articles
Shelly K. Hillyer - associate general counsel, RPM International Inc.; John J. Eklund - partner, Calfee, Halter & Griswold
04/01/2008

This article details how to deal with the "free-rider" problem in which discounters take advantage of the capital investments of other dealers. Through those investments, they've helped establish brand recognition and a reputation for quality products. The discounters are unfairly trading on the brand without having made any investment in it. The sales department doesn't care what it's called. They just want to know one thing: "How can we stop it?"

… helped establish brand recognition and a reputation for quality products. The discounters are unfairly trading on … your company expects from its dealers. The problem is discounters who are offering your products to consumers at … policies. She can be contacted at shillyer@rpminc.com. John J. eKlund is a partner in the ohio law firm of …
Program Materials
ACC
04/21/2014
15 pages

PowerPoint presentation related to process and project management.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Law Department Management
Region: Global
… Business Acumen Substantive Legal Knowledge Drives Need for Project & Process Management Maturing expectations of …  •  Consistent  criteria  for  selec?ng  counsel  and  online  evalua?on  process  •  Streamlined  protocols  for …  Descrip?on   The  “elevator  speech”  Goals   What  is  the  desired  end  result?  Benefits   What  will  the …
Articles
Marla G. Zwas
07/01/2008

Presentations delivered by law departments do not always evoke the most welcoming of reactions. However, with such low expectations, giving a memorable performance should not be too difficult, if you follow the advice offered in this feature article.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… every great presentation will have. The most consistent is the realization that while the presentation is conceived, … your presentation. Certainly, you were asked to speak for a reason. Or, perhaps you have request- ed some floor … finish with a set of proper and improper uses of the com- pany email system. In the end, you have provided three …
Articles
John R. Sandweg and Samar S. Ali
06/01/2017
8 pages

As the world prepares to enter a period of increasing isolationism, one effect is indisputable: It will slow down global commerce. From conducting a large-scale international acquisition to simply sending an email, in-house counsel can expect to encounter a wide array of new legal considerations that will directly impact cross-border business operations.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: European Union, United Kingdom, United States
… to enter a period of increasing isolationism, one effect is indisputable: It will slow down global commerce. From … legal, policy, and operational issues. john.sandweg@frsdc.com Samar S. Ali is international counsel at Bass, Berry & … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/11/2020
The pandemic has forced everyone out of their routine behavioral patterns — both at home and at work. Everyone has changed how they plan for, think about, react to, and approach daily tasks. But with change comes growth and opportunity.
… fair to say 2020 will be remembered — and not fondly. What is particularly unique about this year and the pandemic that … “Well-being During the Pandemic” column on  ACC Docket ’s website.  accdocket.com/articles/well-being-during-covid-19.cfm ACC EXTRAS ON… …
Program Materials
Norman Brothers, Jr., Daniel Cohen, William Henderson, Mark Smolik
10/18/2016

Let’s face it, “running your department like a business” is no longer a goal but an expectation of the C-suite. Whether you are fully on board or still struggling to catch up, there are a few basic principles that will help you think and manage like a business owner. This intermediate-level program will give participants proven strategies to enhance the bottom line of the legal departments they manage. Your budget conversations with the CFO will never be the same!

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Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… Let’s face it, “running your department like a business” is no longer a goal but an expectation of the C-suite. … The “story” of D,H,&L The “story” of D,H,&L Wait days for clearance. The “story” of D,H,&L NO WAITING! Global … Firm Services Internal vs. External Legal Spend Company Buying Habits Are Changing AricPress, "Big Law's Reality …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
06/25/2017

This is a sample company social media policy.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Contracts Company Social Media Policy June 25, 2017 This is a sample company social media policy. Resource Details … use of social media, we have established these guidelines for appropriate use of social media. This policy applies to … communications. Do not create a link from your blog, website or other social networking site to a Company website
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
06/26/2017

This is a sample social media usage policy.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Appropriate Social Media Usage Policy June 26, 2017 This is a sample social media usage policy. Resource Details … use of social media, we have established these guidelines for appropriate use of social media. This policy applies to … communications. Do not create a link from your blog, website or other social networking site to any Company …
Articles
Oentoeng Suria & Partners in association with Ashurst LLP
05/26/2014

This resource covers important information to consider before investing in Indonesia.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: Indonesia
… Articles Investing in Indonesia: An Introduction for Investors Author Oentoeng Suria & Partners in association … of work 24 Key contacts 26 Contents This publication is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all … Partner Tel +62 212 996 9205 felix.soebagjo@oentoengsuria.com Felix is one of the founding partners of OSP and has …
Articles
03/01/2005

This toolkit provides a guide to some of the basics of financial accounting terms and concepts that are key to in-house lawyers for understanding the company's financial statements as well as a guide to establishing a law department from scratch.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… Articles Green Eye Shades For In-house Lawyers February 28, 2005 This toolkit provides … employee benefits, and long­term debt, that is, debt ers are also demanding an increasingly broad list of … changes in the value of each class of stocks (com­ time. It is composed of four individual statements: …
Articles
02/15/2013

This Wisdom of the Crowd, compiled from questions and responses posted on the Intellectual Property, IT, Privacy & eCommerce, and Small Law Departments eGroups, addresses issues involving software license agreements and digital contracts in general. The issues discussed include acceptance of software license agreements, requirement of acceptance and click-wrap agreements.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… are asking customers to affirmatively accept license terms for software embedded into specialized hardware that does not … terms that recite that use or execution of the software is deemed to be acceptance. Are there any creative ways to … to register/activate for warranty purposes via your website and they could be directed to the terms of the …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
02/23/2016

This is a sample two-party escrow service agreement where the company provides flexible, comprehensive escrow services that generate the type of agreement that gives customers the right level of protection in each unique situation.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Two-Party Escrow Service Agreement February 23, 2016 This is a sample two-party escrow service agreement where the … is focused on defining his or her own unique needs for a comprehensive service-not on studying and struggling to … written instruction or the online portal maintained at the website located at [COMPANY WEBSITE] or other website owned …
Articles
10/11/2016
121 pages

This ACC Guide (InfoPAK) is a primer for in-house counsel starting, building, executing, and refining an Information Governance program.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Global
… October 11, 2016 121 pages This ACC Guide (InfoPAK) is a primer for in-house counsel starting, building, … membership . … For more InfoPAKs, please visit www.acc.com/infopaks 1 By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® … Committee. For more information about author, visit their website at www.contoural.com or see the “About the Company” …
Benchmarking and Research Data
Cogent Research, LLC
09/01/2004

This survey explores the areas of personal career history, personal demographics, profile of the corporate legal department and the use of legal research and other products and services.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… 2004 Conducted by: Cogent Research, LLC www.cogentresearch.com . 2• OBJECTIVES & METHODOLOGY • EXECUTIVE SUMMARY • … Instead, we have made a note in the report anywhere there is a significant difference between ACC members and … A link to the web survey was also posted on the ACC website. METHODOLOGY 5This report includes an analysis of 60 …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/04/2024
Embedding privacy in every product stage safeguards data and eases compliance. Lacework's in-house team of Michael Moore, Lea Kissner, and Alan Mulvaney share their latest insights. #ACCDocket # DataPrivacy
… Docket … Banner artwork by Viktoria Kurpas / Shutterstock.com What is privacy? The International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP), a respected community for global privacy practitioners, has a useful glossary of …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Latham & Watkins LLP
11/20/2020
270 pages
Resource Details
Region: United States
… Outside the United States Fabry-Pérot Interferometer, SA is a highly successful non-US company known to the world as … overwhelming to an issuer accessing the US capital markets for the first time. In order to make the maze of US … must:46 • include a prominent disclaimer on its website making clear that the offer is directed only to …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
10/24/2013

Notice of the Texas Attorney General's intent to file administrative expense claim for post-petition civil fines and penalties

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Debtor has been operating its online dating business, True.com, in violation of several Texas consumer protection laws. … structure, consumers can submit information to the website without a paid subscription. bankruptcy case, … penalties incurred by the estate.1 The Attorney General is currently negotiating with counsel for Debtor, counsel for
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/11/2020
Whether you are a recent law school graduate or have decades of in-house experience, consider becoming a privacy expert or adding privacy expertise to your satchel of skills.
… into privacy. And with good reason — the privacy field is growing fast. In 2017, the International Association of … protection law would generate 75,000 new privacy roles for data protection officers (DPOs). In 2019, the IAPP posted … here as well, but it doesn’t have to be restricted to online connections. The virtual events that are currently …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 01/05/2021
ACC Hong Kong board members share in this Q&A what the chapter has to offer and how to get involved.
… to proudly represent the interests of lawyers working for corporations and government throughout Hong Kong. ACC … to be the best version of themselves, and ACC Hong Kong is constantly developing resources to professionally upskill … seminars, workshops, and events from in-person to online. This serves the goal of being proactive during these …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 01/05/2021
An interview with Chubb's Global Deputy Counsel Kevin Rampe on how his legal team's culture helped the company through its initial COVID response.
… of background, I had the privilege of working with Kevin for more than 15 years, and was a keen observer and architect … a talented team on the design and implementation of an online policy drafting request portal built on the Onit … me through the most recent iteration of LASER — and it is pretty fantastic. Among other things, it does a great job …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
12/22/2015

These are sample rules and guidelines for communicating company-related information via social networking forums whether used in or outside the workplace.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… December 22, 2015 These are sample rules and guidelines for communicating company-related information via social … a comment on social networking sites. However, the Company is also committed to ensuring that the use of such … or sell any of Company's products or services on any website or social network. 6. Proprietary and Confidential …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/18/2020
This article imagines the reader to be a new general counsel who is facing bet-the-company litigation. A GC who is not satisfied with the status quo. “That is just the way it is,” is not a sufficient answer at their company.
… imagines the reader to be a new general counsel who is facing bet-the-company litigation. A GC who is not … when to quit.   Consider pursuing an aggressive Motion for Summary Judgment strategy, and locating game-changing … Your litigator can provide a draft or sample. ACC’s website also has examples. Your internal business team needs …
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