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Travel Security Services Limited, a joint venture of International SOS and Control Risks
10/18/2016
6 pages

Prior to deployment, travellers should be briefed on the current threat and the necessary level of awareness, as well as the range of possible targets, in order to adjust their plans accordingly.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Europe
… returning from conflict areas to their countries of origin is an important factor in this increase and the threat posed … State (IS) movement. While no data is yet available for 2016, a sharp increase in Islamist extremist-inspired … to IS but acting without direct instruction. The role of online communities and so-called ‘virtual planners’ should …
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Nasim Bazari (Legal Counsel, Middle East and Africa, and Country Legal Representative, Novartis Iran) and Ioana Ratescu (Senior Legal Counsel, Novartis Pharma AG)
01/21/2022

The use of artificial intelligence (“AI”) is revolutionizing several industries, not least, the healthcare industry. Catalyzing access to healthcare, supporting earlier and/or faster diagnoses, and enhancing the patient experience and outcomes, are all objectives that AI solutions have helped achieve.

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Collection: Artificial Intelligence
Region: Global
Audience: Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… January 21, 2022 The use of artificial intelligence (“AI”) is revolutionizing several industries, not least, the … external stakeholders. Some AI tools are not relied on for diagnosis but instead are used for diagnostic support, … apps that help patients manage their care themselves, to online symptom checkers and e-triage AI tools, to virtual …
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Stephen Clayton, Esq. Francois Gacougnolle, General Counsel, Superior Essex Inc. Mark Collins, UK Counsel, GEA Heat Exchangers Daniel Pickelner, Chief Regional Counsel, Americas Division, Commercial Metals Company Carlton S. Chen, Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary, Colt's Manufacturing Company LLC
07/02/2013

This Wisdom of the Crowd addresses issues of conducting due diligence background investigations under the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and similar international legislation.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United Kingdom, United States
… Due Diligence Investigations II. How Much Due Diligence Is Required in Conducting Background Investigations of Potential … an investigation company with a good software solution for automating the due diligence process and record keeping. …
Articles
Norton Rose Fulbright
09/02/2013

A review of United Arab Emirates law related to corporate governance, investment, incorporation, intellectual property, data privacy, real estate, and transferring shares.

… the first of our local law series guides. This series is focused on the UAE. Each article sets out a key summary on … in the UAE. Law around the world nortonrosefulbright.com 06 Norton Rose Fulbright – September 2013 United Arab … the DFSA as the documents available for download from the website may not always be up to date. Dubai International …
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Association of Corporate Counsel
11/18/2021

The Schrems II decision invalidated the US/EU Privacy Shield program for data transfers, but a replacement has not yet been negotiated for US companies. Schrems II will impact US data transfers eventually, but in the meantime US companies can prepare for the changes. 

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Region: United States
Audience: Deputy GC, Mid-Career, CLO / GC, Legal Operations, Large Law Departments
… the Effects of Schrems II on International Data Transfers: Is Your US Company Compliant? Author Association of Corporate … II decision invalidated the US/EU Privacy Shield program for data transfers, but a replacement has not yet been … 17, 2021 Check out the ACC Resource Library : www.acc.com/resource-library   Join the ACC Information Governance …
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Ynze Kliphuis, LL.M., Russell Advocaten B.V., member of Primerus
03/09/2017
3 pages

This article speaks about when purchasing or leasing residential or commercial real estate the dimensions of the building are an important aspect and if you can rely on the information provided by the seller or real estate agent?

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Hong Kong
… Firms 171 Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Website: www.primerus.com For assistance, contact: Chad Sluss Senior Vice President … provided by the seller or real estate agent? It is common kno wl e d g e th at ph ot o s on real est ate sit …
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Mark Diamond, CEO & Founder, Contoural, Inc.
02/22/2017

This top ten lists ten tips when implementing a record policy for electronic information including emails, files and records in databases.

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Interest Area: Information Governance
Source: Resource Library
Region: Global, United States
… can be quite a task. Yet creating a policy and schedule is the easy part. A greater challenge for many organizations … InfoPAK - written by Contoural and available on the ACC Website.   "Building a Business Case for an Information … the Delete Button" White Paper available at www.contoural.com   About Contoural   Contoural is the largest independent …
Articles
10/20/2015

This article deals with the European Union Unitary Patent System and what it means for US companies.

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Interest Area: Intellectual Property
Source: Resource Library
Region: France, Germany, United Kingdom
… New World of the EU Unitary Patent System: What it Means for US Companies October 20, 2015 This article deals with the … Ropes & Gray Boston, London Charles.Larsen@ropesgray.com +1 617 951 7085 Edward Kelly Ropes & Gray Boston, London … regime. The final, and perhaps most important piece, is an international agreement among the Member States to set …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/02/2024
Panelists at the ACC Foundation’s Global Women in Law discussed the importance of building a successful personal brand as a woman in professional settings. 
… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by 1511732708 / Shutterstock.com The world has changed, and we need to get on with the … session will focus on how women can build their brands for professional success. On June 3, 2024, the ACC Foundation … social media for professional success. The below is a high-level summary of the discussion amongst the …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/01/2016
The focus of this article is the legal exposure that companies may face as a result of class actions related to privacy breaches.
… Publication Date: 05/01/2016 The focus of this article is the legal exposure that companies may face as a result of … reprieve. While courts have largely dismissed standing for class action petitioners, two pending US Supreme Court … against future identity theft, 3) the financial loss of buying items at Neiman Marcus that they would not have …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 02/21/2022
How you measure up as an employee on a global scale is no easy task to ascertain. But here are a few key indicators. #ACCDocket #MondayMotivation
… How you measure up as an employee on a global scale is no easy task to ascertain. But here are a few key … colleagues in the hallway? Can you find a kind word for a co-worker who is struggling? Can you be forgiving when … options than just reading, including podcasts, audiobooks, online courses, and more. The point is whether you are …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/07/2023
The future of leadership is multidisciplinary collaboration, says the chief legal officer of the world’s largest brewer. #ACCDocket #leadership
… Publication Date: 03/07/2023 The future of leadership is multidisciplinary collaboration, says the chief legal … ACC Docket … Banner artwork by Kit8.net / Shutterstock.com Even under normal circumstances, steering the legal reins … a company culture stitched together by shared passion for the work being done. Everyone brings a unique …
Articles
Lim Chong Kin and Charmian Aw, Drew & Napier LLC
12/11/2014

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

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Singapore
… 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 … or • by registering online through the DNC Registry website. Further, it had been proposed that registration of a …
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Meritas
07/01/2013

An easy reference guide to employee non-compete agreements across borders. It sets out the key considerations to take into account when drafting, updating and enforcing non-compete agreements and restrictive covenants in different jurisdictions in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, South Africa, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom
… -5- -6- A U S T R IA As long as the employment contract is effective, employees have a duty of confidentiality … with this regulation, the employer may claim compensation for the damage incurred or, alternatively, require that the … “minimum-compensation”). Bützow Attorneys Ltd. www.butzow.com Mr. Timo Jarmas Tel: +358 3 3138 2800 …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/01/2015
In-house counsel’s best protection against the risk of loss of privilege is preparation. This article focuses on prevention of waiver of US-recognized privileges over documents collected in unannounced government raids of offices.
… the Dawn Raid Waive: Smart Prevention of Privilege Waiver for Multinational Corporations Patrick E. Zeller Scott A. … Carlson Murphy J. Burke III Publication Date: 10/01/2015 In-house counsel’s best protection against the risk of loss of privilege is preparation. This article focuses on prevention of waiver …
Program Materials
Michael Boyce
Stephanie Lambert
Britton Murray
Carol Newman
10/29/2013

In the big picture world of project management, ensuring the overall success of a project is a project manager''s top priority. If a project goes wildly over-budget (as they often do), it will not be considered a success, even if it''s delivered on time and meets the customer or client needs. That''s why project managers need to better manage their project plans and budgets. Learn the strategies and techniques for maintaining control of your internal and external projects and budgets and preventing massive cost overruns. This session will help you identify and develop the building blocks and steps that, if followed as a single unit and truly embraced by the entire team, will provide the roadmap to project management perfection.

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: Meetings
… management, ensuring the overall success of a project is a project manager''s top priority. If a project goes … to ACC’s Legal Resources Department at legalresources@acc.com Tuesday, October 29 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM 601: The World of … optimization Business Partner projects could include: Website enhancement projects IT system implementation …
Articles
Jorge R. Ojeda and Abel Quezada (Cacheaux, Cavazos & Newton, a Primerus member firm)
04/27/2023
4 pages

The coronavirus pandemic, the U.S.-China trade war, and the war in Ukraine have accelerated the transformation of the world's global supply chains. These developments have prompted organizations to search for a closer, more reliable supply chain that is less dependent on transoceanic transportation. This article discusses considerations for foreign companies choosing Mexico as a nearshoring option.

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Region: Global, Mexico
… to search for a closer, more reliable supply chain that is less dependent on transoceanic transportation. This … Garza Garcia, Mexico C.P. 66269 Email: jojeda@ccn-law.com.mx Tel: +52 81 8363 9099 Website: www.ccn-law.com/ Attorney Bio Abel Quezada Cacheaux, …
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Michael Bandemer and Robert Hichens, Huron Legal
10/28/2013

A review of ten important issues to consider when contemplating a "bring your own device" policy. Includes a review of the pros and cons of BYOD, security issues, and device management for United States based organizations.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… and cons of BYOD, security issues, and device management for United States based organizations. Resource Details … tool, and it appears they were right. The BYOD movement is characterized by the duality of competing forces. On one … for the E-Discovery Dangers of BYOD ", Samuel, CMSWire.com, Ajith Samuel. " Bring Your Own . . . Disaster? ", Huron …
Articles
Erik D. Ojala, Monica L. Parry
10/01/2008

If you're not general counsel to a mutual fund, chances are that you’re not fully versed in the Investment Company Act of 1940. However, chances are that you do work for an operating company that has investments. Not understanding the far reach of this Act can cause trouble for companies. Read on to find out what exactly is an inadvertent investment company and how to keep your company from becoming one.

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Interest Area: Financial Services
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… Articles Strategic Planning Considerations for Companies that Don’t Want to be an Investment Company … trouble for companies. Read on to find out what exactly is an inadvertent investment company and how to keep your … securities has created a situation where the value of the com- pany’s investment in securities exceeds 40 percent of …
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Joseph A. Napoli
10/01/2003

Because the blame for a covenant violation can ultimately rest on an in-house lawyer, you must take charge of negotiating and complying with financial agreements. This article will discuss the processes that you can use to negotiate and comply with your company's loan documents.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… Joseph A. Napoli September 30, 2003 Because the blame for a covenant violation can ultimately rest on an in-house … deep feeling of satisfaction. As always, the message light is flashing on the phone. After pouring a soothing beverage … with those in the finance organization in your com- pany and perhaps even your company’s principle lenders. …
Articles
Suzanne Brown, Senior Legal Editor, Practical Law Labor & Employment
03/16/2016

This Top Ten shows examples of the types of compensation often overlooked under the United States Fair Labor Standards Act.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
Audience: New to In-House, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… Articles Top Ten Tips for Calculating the Regular Rate Under the United States FLSA … all hours worked over 40 in a workweek. The regular rate is calculated as an hourly rate, but it does not necessarily … the employer. The actual or reasonably approximate cost of buying, washing, or repairing uniforms or special clothing …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/01/2016
New data privacy laws in Europe and the United States are expected to have a notable impact on many multinational companies. Companies will want to stay ahead of this trend, as the new direction of data privacy will portend higher regulations and compliance requirements.
… monitor. Once you have a firm idea of where your company is likely to head in the future, keep track of changing … them. As in-house counsel, we are often responsible for the difficult task of anticipating trends regarding how … for companies to post privacy notices on their commercial website. These privacy notices informed consumers about how …
Articles
Michael Finn - Vice President and General Counsel, General Dynamics United Kingdom; ACC
05/29/2007

Understanding the challenges and everyday activities involved in working for a European subsidiary of a United States-based company is essential. Let Michael Finn break it down and assist you with the challenges of working with other countries and the general dynamics in the United Kingdom.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United Kingdom, United States
… the challenges and everyday activities involved in working for a European subsidiary of a United States-based company is essential. Let Michael Finn break it down and assist you … for the US government, at a law firm, in-house at several com- panies, and having experience in everything from …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/01/2018
Hand in hand with our goal of building a community of in-house lawyers in Singapore, ACC Singapore aims to create programming that is innovative, relevant, and fun for our members.
… Singapore, ACC Singapore aims to create programming that is innovative, relevant, and fun for our members. Resource Details … Helen Saada-Ching … and working in Israel for many years during the 1.0 dot-com boom for the law firms of Herzog Fox Neeman, and later …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/01/2016
Even if you’ve built a solid team at headquarters, expanding internationally is a completely new challenge. The legal landscape varies from one part of the world to another. Differences in culture, educational systems, and compensation expectations all present their own complications. Where do you begin?
… a solid team at headquarters, expanding internationally is a completely new challenge. The legal landscape varies … and avoid confusion or duplication. Manage expectations. For your nascent legal team, find the best candidates that … more about Major, Lindsey & Africa, visit www.mlaglobal.com . Compensation and benefits When it comes to …
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Greenberg Traurig Global Workforce Strategies Team
02/23/2018

This updated InfoPAK is designed to provide a summary of the law governing covenants not to compete in multiple countries. The InfoPAK will aid in the counseling and drafting of covenants and provide guidance regarding commonly-occurring contract issues, including factors courts consider when analyzing a covenant not to compete.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Australia, Canada, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Netherlands, Russia, Singapore, South Africa, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom
… Strategies Team February 23, 2018 This updated InfoPAK is designed to provide a summary of the law governing … DC 200�� tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701� www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … LLP. For more information on Greenberg, visit their website at www.gtlaw.com, or see the “About Greenberg …
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Practical Law
05/18/2017
27 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) gives a succinct overview of merger control, regulatory framework and regulatory authorities in the European Union.

… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … appeals, joint ventures and proposals for reform. This Q&A is part of the global guide to competition and cartel … the fact that a notification has been made on its website and in the Official Journal, including the: ■ Names …
Articles
Foley Hoag LLP, a Lex Mundi Member Firm
05/07/2013
87 pages

This guide provides a legal overview for companies doing business in Massachusetts (United States).

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… an ACC Member? Request a trial membership . … www.lexmundi.com Massachusetts Prepared by Lex Mundi member firm, Foley Hoag LLP Guide to Doing Business Lex Mundi is the world’s leading network of independent law firms with … guidance for businesses on how to comply with COPPA. If a website operator is in compliance with an FTC-approved …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 08/07/2023
Career Path columnist James Bellerjeau details how one of the biggest weaknesses GC’s share is the lack of mentorship. #ACCDocket #inhouse
… details how one of the biggest weaknesses GC’s share is the lack of mentorship. #ACCDocket #inhouse Resource … Docket … Banner artwork by magic pictures / Shutterstock.com I wish I had figured this one out while I was still … our emotions and our expectations. We should be grateful for every assistance we get. But the relief is temporary, and …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/20/2022
Numerous changes in legal operations were revealed in a survey of more than 400 legal departments in the third edition of the ACC annual Law Department Management Benchmarking Report released with Major, Lindsey & Africa. #ACCDocket #ACCBenchmarking #legaloperations #legalops
… Garcia, PhD Publication Date: 07/20/2022 Numerous changes in legal operations were revealed in a survey of more than … executive summary report . The full benchmarking report is available for purchase and is especially useful for those engaging in
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