This Wisdom of the Crowd, compiled from questions and responses posted on the New to In-house Law eGroup, addresses an employer issuing a termination notice for breach of contract based on subcontractors failure to meet construction schedules.
This is a chart listing various issues that may be faced by a brand owner seeking to extend its brand into a new product category, along with possible ways to address those issues, not only in the applicable license agreement but also in the real world.
This QuickCounsel intends to clarify the process of creation of a localor foreign legal entity in Brazil.
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The attorney hiring practice of limiting applicant pools based on law school ranking is an outdated method. This article supports a merit-based system for advancement in the legal profession, arguing against using standardized test scores and top-tier ranking as indicators of an attorney’s potential.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
What’s the difference between an employee and an independent contractor? Answer incorrectly and prepare for the consequences — from tax evasion to wage violations, or even incarceration. Learn the 10 steps to avoid misclassifying your employees as contractors, and vice versa.
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.
This resource is a report published by the Coalition for Integrity, which summarizes how machine learning can be utilized in anti-bribery case and corruption compliance programs. It provides analyses of the advantages of the challenges of machine learning in these cases and makes subsequent recommendations for companies to consider as well.
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The revolution has not only been televised - it's been beamed, emailed and scanned. Technological advancements aren't without their risks, however. The newest generation of tech-savvy workers, nicknamed the "Millennial" generation, face unprecedented exposure to security breaches. What risks does touch-button technology present? What strategies should in-house counsel wage to protect sensitive company information?
Due to their unique properties, many products and manufacturing processes are dependent on “conflict minerals” found in the Democratic republic of the Congo. However, armed groups are using the profits from the sale of such minerals to fund local conflicts. To avoid supporting human rights violations, the SEC has developed a set of due diligence and disclosure requirements for companies to follow.
This Wisdom of the Crowd addresses issues of conducting due diligence background investigations under the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and similar international legislation.
Learn about the central bank digital currencies ("CBDC") considered by the central banks of several countries.
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.
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