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Although use of telehealth in clinical trials is not new, the modality was not popularized until social distancing efforts brought about by COVID-19 forced the issue. Companies interested in providing clinical trial services via telehealth have to deal with whether the carrying out the clinical aspects of a clinical trial is part of the practice of medicine.

Employers may now succeed in reclaiming VAT on the investment management costs of their pension schemes. The European Court has decided that a Dutch employer sponsoring a funded pension scheme for its employees can deduct all of the VAT it pays in respect of the management and operation of the fund. With HMRC currently silent, but time limits for claiming past VAT overpayments still running, what should employers do now to protect their rights?

Find what you need to know about inter partes review, covered business method review and post grant review procedures in front of the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO): pros/cons/pitfalls and practical tips. Panelists will discuss the interplay with litigation, timing of filing and data that should assist in-house counsel in knowing how and when to use the procedures.

Learn about key developments in the field of international arbitration and dispute resolution.

This is a sample employment, confidential information and invention assignment agreement, under which a new employee assigns the right, title, and interest in and to inventions and other intellectual property items that the employee may conceive, develop or reduce to practice during the employment period. 

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.

This Quick Overview addresses how entities will need to be wary of their compliance with the continuous disclosure obligations, as the penalties that result from a contravention can be far reaching, both in respect of financial impact and reputational damage.

This QuickCounsel intends to clarify the process of creation of a localor foreign legal entity in Brazil.

This article addresses the principle of limited liability that has been the central tenet of company law since it was adopted in the United Kingdom, and most countries in continental Europe during the latter half of the 19th century.

The liberalization of China’s distribution sector in recent years has opened a new range of choices for companies that are looking to sell their goods in China. No longer are companies required to use an uncoordinated network of domestic wholesalers. Firms now have the option to distribute products in China using international and Hong Kong-based logistics businesses, one of the many new domestic distributors in China, or to go at it alone. This interactive presentation will explore the significant issues in distribution and agency arrangements in China and Pacific Rim countries, and give you the information, tips and tactics you will need in order to advise your sales and marketing teams on effective strategies to address the complex legal and cultural issues raised by these types of arrangements.

Learn about the central bank digital currencies ("CBDC") considered by the central banks of several countries.

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.

It’s hard to envision a medical evaluation without a stethoscope. Invented in 1816, it revolutionized the information-gathering capabilities of doctors. Nowadays, many medical devices contain configurable embedded computer systems. Where there are computers, there are vulnerabilities. Learn more about the cybersecurity risks of medical devices.

Employment law mistakes cost employers millions of dollars each year and an equally significant loss in reputation and public goodwill. Failing to understand and proactively address today’s new threats involving social media and technology will heighten the risk of exposure.

Discusses how vital it is to implement a solid electronic information retention system and provides practice pointers for choosing an appropriate methodology to fit your company's budget.

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

This Wisdom of the Crowd (ACC member discussion) addresses battle of the form situations between a seller's standard terms and conditions, and terms mentioned on the buyer's purchase order. This resource was compiled from questions and responses posted on the forum of the IT, Privacy & eCommerce ACC Network.

Explore ethical considerations involving electronic file sharing, accessibility and storage, as well as document retention and destruction.

This is a sample intellectual property assignment agreement, under which a company assigns the rights, title, and interest in and to trademarks, patents, domain names and intangible assets to another company, in connection with a corporate acquisition. This sample includes a choice of New York law.

Discusses how medical leave situations must be analyzed on a case-by-case basis and consider the ADA and state discrimination laws, as well as the FMLA. Also includes a checklist of considerations.

There has been significant growth in the number of in-house lawyers in Australia over the past decade, with the in-house profession now representing the fastest growing segment of the Australian legal sector. The ACC Australia Graduate Profile Handbook traces the legal careers of several young ACC Australia members, details how they arrived at their first in-house counsel role, and offers key lessons learnt in these roles. Based on excerpts from the handbook, this article outlines tips and lessons from these graduates’ in-house journey.

Whether you work in marketing, sales, operations, business development or finance, you need to know how to spot "corrupt payment" issues and respond appropriately. (Licensed for use in classroom settings only and not for distribution in any form.)