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SEC
04/18/2013

This agreement arises out of an investigation by the Division of Enforcement ("Division") of the United States Securities and Exchange Commission ("Commission") into possible violations of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and books and records and internal controls provisions of the federal securities laws by Ralph Lauren Corporation ("Respondent") from approximately 2005 through 2009 ("Investigation").

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… laws of Delaware, agrees to cooperate fully and truthfully in the Investigation and any other related enforcement … litigation or proceeding to which the Commission is a party (the "Proceedings"), regardless of the time period … to do so by the Division's staff, at its expense, for interviews and the provision of testimony in the …
Articles
Association of Corporate Counsel
11/17/2021

The antitrust landscape has changed with the advent of the Biden administration. Companies should have a compliance program in place to keep the government at bay.

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Region: United States
Audience: Deputy GC, Mid-Career, New to In-House, CLO / GC, Large Law Departments
… … Key Points: -    With the Biden administration, there is a renewed focus on antitrust enforcement. -    Companies … article outlines recent developments, and includes tips for companies. This article is based on a presentation at the … ACC Member. Check out the ACC Resource Library : www.acc.com/resource-library Join the ACC Corporate and Securities …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/12/2021
Here are 10 tangible ways for your legal department to save and make money.
… Publication Date: 04/12/2021 Here are 10 tangible ways for your legal department to save and make money. Resource … looking for a win to bolster a performance review, there is no better way to improve your legal department’s … fee for doing so), almost every state has an official website that lists property that has been escheated to it. …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
02/07/2017

This is a sample hotel guest commitment agreement.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Guest Room Commitment Agreement February 7, 2017 This is a sample hotel guest commitment agreement. Resource … [HOTEL NAME] [HOTEL ADDRESS] [HOTEL PHONE NUMBER] [HOTEL WEBSITE] and [ORGANIZATION NAME] and outlines specific … and [ORGANIZATION NAME] agrees that it will be responsible for utilizing, The Hotel agrees that it will provide, and …
Articles
Eversheds Sutherland
10/19/2022
2 pages

Learn about areas of consideration when preparing statutory filings in Ireland.

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Region: Ireland, European Union
… Articles Statutory filings deadline, is your company prepared? (Eversheds Sutherland) Author … Region: Ireland, European Union File eversheds-sutherland.com-Statutory filings deadline is your company prepared.pdf … Please refer to the full terms and conditions on our website. This information is for guidance purposes only and …
Articles
Practical Law Company
03/31/2015
22 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) provides a practical guide of data protection rules and principles, right to access personal data or object to its collection in Australia.

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Region: Australia
… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … or any of its lawyers, unless so stated. This InfoPAKSM is not intended as a definitive statement on the subject but … by PLC. For more information about PLC, visit their website at http://www.practicallaw.com/ or see the “About the …
Articles
Whitnie C. Henderson and Greer C. McVay
07/01/2010

Tweet, tweet. Chances are, the development of social media has outpaced your client’s employee policy. Learn what to be cautious of, and how to address this trend reasonably and realistically. Create a policy that protects your company while still encouraging use to your company’s advantage.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… of mop-tops from Liverpool another thinks the Lindy is the cat’s pajamas; where one has worn tennis dresses that … approach work (and retirement) and the differences in com- munication style is becoming more relevant to employers … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
12/22/2015

This policy describes general social networking/media guidelines that are important for you to follow as you share your thoughts, views and perspectives-as a company representative-in the virtual world.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… social networking/media guidelines that are important for you to follow as you share your thoughts, views and … networking tools such as Twitter, Facebook and [COMPANY WEBSITE] provide us the opportunity to start a whole new type … non-work hours. And remember that while social networking is fun and valuable, there are some risks you should keep in
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
02/23/2016

This is a sample escrow agreement between a Beneficiary and by an additional party enrolling as a "Depositor" upon execution of the Enrollment Form.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Agreement Involving a Beneficiary February 23, 2016 This is a sample escrow agreement between a Beneficiary and by an … Services under this Agreement by submitting a work request for certain Company Services ("Work Request") via written instruction or the online portal maintained at the website located at [COMPANY WEBSITE] or other websites owned …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
WeComply, Inc.
07/29/2013

This course will help you understand and recognize the differences between (1) "independent contractors" and "employees" and (2) "exempt" and "non-exempt" employees. Classifying workers correctly in each of these respects is extremely important under both federal and state laws. (Licensed for use in classroom settings only and not for distribution in any form.)

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Classifying workers correctly in each of these respects is extremely important under both federal and state laws. … use or online access, please e-mail info@wecomply.com or call 1-866-WeComply. INTRODUCTION Thank you for … not use our stationery, business cards or have bios on our website   ICs should pay and arrange for their own travel 15 …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/14/2020
At the end of the day, business and technology organizations need to partner to establish a consistent cadence for evaluating business process and available technology stack in order to determine the right direction to take to secure competitive advantage.
… need to partner to establish a consistent cadence for evaluating business process and available technology … More recently, the mindset has changed. Significant effort is placed on understanding driving needs and evaluating … are not being met). Which approach does your business use? Buy tech first and then force current process into tech →→ …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/01/2016
Many of us travel year-round on business. But in the United States, where I happen to be located, we are just entering the summer vacation season. Therefore, I thought I'd provide some travel tips having to do with technology.
… matter what kind of travel you are doing, a general rule is to pack as lightly as you can while still meeting your travel needs, and this goes for your tech gear too. If you are traveling for work, many … travel adapter and converter. Make sure that whatever you buy is both an adapter (so it has the right plugs to fit the …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/01/2018
Great in-house lawyers, faced with an upheaval in technology, keep calm and don’t fall in love with the first solution. They look to the fundamental aspects of their work and their clients’ needs. They take a deep breath and never panic.
… Privacy, and eCommerce Source: ACC Docket … There is a reason for this in-house pragmatism: We are not afraid. Feeling old … developed the first automated contract drafting tools and online libraries. And the great work continues today: in
Articles
The World Bank
02/03/2014
20 pages

In the past 50 years women’s legal status has improved all over the world. But many laws still make it difficult for women to fully participate in economic life - whether by getting jobs or starting businesses. Discriminatory rules bar women from certain jobs, restrict access to capital for women-owned firms and limit women’s capacity to make legal decisions. Gender differences in laws affect both developing and developed economies, and women in all regions.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Global
… all over the world. But many laws still make it difficult for women to fully participate in economic life - whether by … Plc 50 Bedford Square London WC1B 3DP www.bloomsbury.com Bloomsbury Publishing London, New Delhi, New York and Sydney This work is a product of the staˋ of The World Bank with eSternal …
Articles
Melissa S. Sellers, Tracy-Gene Durkin
11/01/2004

An effective corporate intellectual property program provides protection for valuable intangible assets, generates income, and enhances a company's value. It is one that protects both a company's rights and minimizes risk that the company may infringe on the rights of others. What's not to like? Yet too often, companies neglect doing an IP audit until there's a cease-and desist letter on the GC's desk. Learn how to perform an IP audit and find ways to maximize revenues while minimizing exposure. It's every in-house lawyer's dream, isn't it?

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… generates income, and enhances a company's value. It is one that protects both a company's rights and minimizes … of possi- bly infringing intellectual property from your com- pany when a cease-and-desist letter arrives. Nor should … materials. Product and user manuals, the company website design, and the content and layout of cer- tain …
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Lionel Legagneur and Steve Blumenthal
12/01/2009

It's pretty safe to say that most attorneys do not specialize in IT. Although technology makes the responsibilities of an in-house lawyer much easier, its implementation comes with a completely separate set of issues and concerns, including maintenance and support. Learn about the principal concepts that should be addressed, as well as their key terms and issues.

… firewall firewall ACC Docket 79 December 2009 Technology is only as good as the maintenance and support ser- vices … drawer of a filing cabinet. One of the most critical com- ponents of technology purchase agreements — the … Standard warranty terms may be published on the vendor’s website. Technical specifications may have also been attached …
… Education & Events Online education and in-person programs for in-house counsel and legal operations …
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Michael J. Bolton - senior counsel, Baxter Healthcare Corporation; Jeff Hatfield - director, Jordan Lawrence Group; Janice L. Innis-Thompson - chief counsel, compliance, International Paper Company; and Mark W. Reardon - litigation counsel, The Boeing Company
04/20/2004

A presentation on information management and records retention programs.

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Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… MEETING THE NEW FACE OF IN-HOUSE COUNSEL This material is protected by copyright. Copyright © 2004 various authors … Merklinger at ACC: 202/293-4103, ext. 326; merklinger@acca.com 211:Information Management & Records Retention Programs … storage. • Intranet Information Asset Management Website: Having an intranet website that was developed …
Articles
Eversheds Sutherland
10/19/2022
2 pages

Learn about consequences and recommendations around faulty e-disclosures in the UK.

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Region: United Kingdom
… eCommerce Region: United Kingdom File eversheds-sutherland.com-Beware the inexperienced IT department - Paying the price … relevant expertise to conduct eDiscovery (if the client is to conduct any part of the disclosure process in-house) … Please refer to the full terms and conditions on our website. This information is for guidance purposes only and …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/20/2022
There are steps companies can take to limit risk of mass arbitration. US Cellular Counsel Michael Booden explains how to combat this threat by drafting fair, enforceable alternative dispute resolution clauses. #ACCDocket #ACCResourceLibrary
… of artificial intelligence by the web site www.FairShake.com . This impacts sectors such as telecommunications, cable, … same time. For example, the law firm Keller Lenkner LLC is a major player in this area having filed about 40,000 … The automation of the filing of arbitration complaints The website www.FairShake.com uses AI to generate complaints …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/01/2016
Of course, as all in-house lawyers know, what makes for sound legal policy may not find a receptive audience with management, who often view compliance as a hindrance to operations. But the implementation of the new laws may provide a good opportunity not just for legal teams to take stock of their trade secret programs, but to push for the changes needed to ensure that businesses are protected.
… Docket Article Preparing for Life Under the New US and European Trade Secret Laws … K. Ng Publication Date: 09/01/2016 Of course, as all in-house lawyers know, what makes for sound legal policy may … of unlawful disclosure and threatening heavy injunctions. Is this misappropriation? The DTSA forbids the acquisition of …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/01/2018
Legal operations professionals have become significant change agents for fast-growing companies. Understanding how developing a long-term relationship with appellate counsel offers far-reaching benefits will assist these professionals in fashioning overall legal strategies that achieve optimum results.
… professionals have become significant change agents for fast-growing companies. Understanding how developing a … far-reaching benefits will assist these professionals in fashioning overall legal strategies that achieve optimum … working together to serve the company. Every legal matter is a story with characters, conflicts, and resolutions. Each …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/21/2020
And although our busy lives may often get in the way, the basic truth is that to be a good lawyer, you must be a healthy lawyer. There is simply no way around this. There may be temporary fixes to your stress, but the only way to have a healthy long-lasting career is to be making healthy choices every day.
… our busy lives may often get in the way, the basic truth is that to be a good lawyer, you must be a healthy lawyer. … connections, establishing boundaries, and asking for help. Getting started.  There are various vendors and … most out of their lives. Type in “attorney” on  www.whil.com  to find content specifically mapped out for legal …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 01/05/2021
2020 was quite a year. Look forward to 2021 with these takeaways for legal operations.
… quite a year. Look forward to 2021 with these takeaways for legal operations. Resource Details Interest Area: Law … Julie Richer, allow me a quick introduction. I have been in the legal operations space for nearly 15 years and have … can adapt to such disruption. “Generally, legal operations is the continual focus on core departmental processes to …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 11/08/2021
If you are doing work that’s not meaningful to you — can you recraft and reframe that work in a way that connects it to a larger, more meaningful purpose?
… meaningful to you — can you recraft and reframe that work in a way that connects it to a larger, more meaningful … Development Source: ACC Docket … We constantly search for meaning — in our lives and everything around us. We might … to find out if the Devil finds his true purpose.   What is meaning? Meaning is often described as “the cognizance of …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/21/2022
Being a good lawyer is more than knowing the law, it’s knowing your organization’s business, participating holistically, and living your true self within your job. Learn how #ACCTop30s awardee Mipe Okunseinde does it at Booking.com. #inhousecounsel #ACCDocket #ACCEurope
… Z. Roth Publication Date: 06/21/2022 Being a good lawyer is more than knowing the law, it’s knowing your … how #ACCTop30s awardee Mipe Okunseinde does it at Booking.com. #inhousecounsel #ACCDocket #ACCEurope Resource Details … … psychology. While the medical field ultimately wasn’t for her, she maintains a deep interest in what motivates …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/29/2022
Positively Legal columnist Caterina Cavallaro speaks with Katrina Bullock, general counsel at Greenpeace Australia Pacific, about cultivating hope – and the impact it can have. #Wellness #Hope #PositivelyLegal
… UN International Panel on Climate Change’s latest report “is a dire warning about the consequences of inaction,” said … responds to increasing climate risks.” Dr. Jane Goodall, in The Book of Hope , acknowledges that “many people … productive if they’re hopeful. That has huge implications for folks in the workplace, whether it’s a boss trying to …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/27/2022
You can institute simple daily habits that will bring joy to your life and, in turn, your career. Get ideas from Positively Legal Columnist Catarina Cavallaro’s interview with six GCs and learn science-based practices known to boost health. #ACCDocket #wellness
… simple daily habits that will bring joy to your life and, in turn, your career. Get ideas from Positively Legal … term legal career. Read "Positively Legal: Healthy Habits for a Positive Mindset." This month, I spoke with GCs Freya … and healthy habits? “What they say about a runner’s high is true,” says Smith who starts the day on the treadmill. …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/09/2024
In this short Q&A article, members of ACC Europe’s ESG Working Group developed an ESG Framework to highlight the challenges that keep them up at night and showcase how they collaborate with other departments to ensure a cohesive approach to ESG.
… Docket Article Framework for an ESG Approach in Europe Association of Corporate … ACC Docket … Banner artwork by Urbanscape / Shutterstock.com In an era where environmental, social, and governance … Approach in Europe . Introduced in 2024, this framework is designed to help in-house counsel navigate the intricate …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 08/01/2015
It is crucial for new in-house counsel to know best practices of various industries and organisations in hiring and training legal talent in India.
… Docket Article Best Practices: Hiring and Training In-house Counsel in India Harish Suryavanshi Publication Date: 08/01/2015 It is crucial for new in-house counsel to know best practices of various …
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