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Articles
Maria E. Gonzalez Knavel, Partner, Foley & Lardner LLP
05/01/2013

A brief overview (Top Ten) of recent changes to the Physician Payment Sunshine Act Regulations, including a review of revised deadlines, new definitions, and other payment categories.

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Interest Area: Health Law
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… procedures to comply with section 6002 of the Act which is referred to as the Physician Payment Sunshine Act … Act required such reporting to start on March 31, 2013, for the calendar year 2012 reporting period and for every … by the Sunshine Act will be published by CMS on a public website. For all following years the statutory collection and …
Articles
Rick Palmore, CLO - Sara Lee, ACC Board of Directors
10/01/2004

One CLO's declaration of continued commitment to achieving diversity in the legal profession as proscribed in "Diversity in the Workplace - A Statement of Principle," which encourages other members of the profession to make their best effort to recommit themselves to the goal as well.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… to diversity in the legal profession. Our action is based on the need to enhance opportunity in the legal … of signatories, please contact Rick at rpalmore@saralee.com. A website that will allow electronic display of the pledge and …
Articles
Adam Kardash, Joanna Fine and Bridget McIlveen, Heenan Blaikie LLP
12/12/2014

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

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Canada
… 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 … openness obligations by posting its privacy policy on its website as long as a copy of the policy is available at the …
Peer Practice Examples
Michelle Yu, J.D., Legal Consultant for ACC
01/02/2018
38 pages

Anti-corruption is an important issue to address with your company. In this Leading Practice Profile, six companies explain how they implement and monitor their successful anti-corruption programs. It will also trace the evolution of anti-corruption laws.

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Resource Library
Region: Argentina, Belize, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, European Union, France, India, Japan, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, United Kingdom, United States
for ACC January 2, 2018 38 pages Anti-corruption is an important issue to address with your company. In this … Leading Practices Profiles please visit http://www.acc.com/legalresources/Leadingpracticesprofiles/index.cfm LEADING … Profile. For more information about ACC please visit our website at www.acc.com. For more Leading Practices Profiles …
Articles
Global Legal Group
02/15/2024
294 pages

This multi-jurisdictional guide covers common issues in oil and gas laws and regulations – including development of oil and natural gas, transportation, transmission and distribution, and foreign investment.

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Region: Angola, Argentina, Austria, Brazil, Canada, Gabon, Ghana, Greece, Iran, Ivory Coast, Japan, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Oman, Puerto Rico, Romania, Singapore, South Africa, Togo, United Kingdom, United States, Venezuela
… 2024 Oil & Gas Regulation Disclaimer This publication is for general information purposes only. It does not purport … Kingdom +44 207 367 0720 info@glgroup.co.uk www.iclg.com Printed by Ashford Colour Press Ltd. Cover image Fraser … 12 December 2023. 75. National Petroleum Authority, NPA Website, PA Press Release: Full Implementation of Gold for
Articles
Andrea Meyer and Mark Diamond
12/01/2018
8 pages

Despite the steady transition from paper to electronic-based media over the past two decades, many company records programs are still largely paper-centric. With new compliance challenges on the horizon, these programs require an upgrade.

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Interest Area: Information Governance
Source: ACC Docket
Region: Global
… depends on employee adaption to the new process, which is accomplished through messaging, communication, training, … than 30 percent of the Fortune 500. mdiamond@contoural.com These older programs, especially in the era of electronic … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Articles
Charles H. Veigel
07/01/2014

The barrier to the boardroom can be surmounted. After all, active participation in strategic business conversations is what general counsel enjoy most about their work. This article introduces key capabilities the general counsel must cultivate in order to add value to the company and counter the perception that she is “VP of No.”

… active participation in strategic business conversations is what general counsel enjoy most about their work. This … the value of in-house legal services. charleshveigel@gmail.com 30 ASSOCIATION OF CORPORATE COUNSEL THE CHIEF OPPORTUNITY … searching with the industry code, the US Census Bureau’s website offers a variety of useful indus- try reports.10 …
Program Materials
Hugo Cuesta L., Elisabeth Luff, Dottie Slovak Hersey, Corrine Taylor
10/30/2014

Panelists will review common pitfalls when transacting with foreign governments, including governing law/dispute resolution, tax issues and intellectual property, and will discuss strategies for avoiding those pitfalls.

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Source: Meetings
Region: Mexico, United States
… Program Materials International Government Contracting for the Small Law Department Author Hugo Cuesta L., Elisabeth … Access and transfer (deemed export) of the ITAR material is limited to US Persons, license holders, and certain … published on the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) website Governing US Restrictions: Foreign Corrupt Practices …
Articles
01/25/2017

This Wisdom of the Crowd, compiled from questions and responses posted on the Corporate & Securities eGroup, addresses the Legal Requirements For a Valid Employee Stock Option Agreement at a Private Company in the United States.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… & Securities eGroup, addresses the Legal Requirements For a Valid Employee Stock Option Agreement at a Private … signed stock option agreements with the employees? What is the minimum the company must do - show approval of the … In these situations I've seen company commitments to buy back the stock if the employee leaves or retires. That …
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Practical Law
05/18/2017
23 pages

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

… 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 … of Notification COMCO provides an explanatory note on its website (Explanatory Note and Form of the Secretariat on the …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 01/05/2021
Lane Blumenfeld calls for a reexamination of nondisclosure agreements that could ease the cost of doing business.
… Publication Date: 01/05/2021 Lane Blumenfeld calls for a reexamination of nondisclosure agreements that could … lawyers, I run a legal shop of one. So while my title is chief legal officer, I am also the most junior attorney … and Propriety Rights Agreement , place the badge on their website, and voila! As long as both companies are …
Program Materials
Cynthia Boeh <br />Associate General Counsel <br />Dresser, Inc. <br />Justin McCarthy <br />Senior Counsel <br />Dentsply International, Inc. <br />Kimberly Pack <br />General Counsel <br />MB Schoen & Associates, Inc. <br />Arin Reeves <br />President <br />The Athens Group <br />
10/25/2010

From the Senior Generation to Gen Y— this program will provide tools that not only assess personality characteristics, but also give you the resources that will enable you to work with the other generations more cohesively. What are the traits of the different generations — how do you have to change your management or legal style to better deal with these traits? How do you best communicate with a Baby Boomer versus someone from Gen Y— Facebook, Twitter or on the phone? What are the best ways to retain employees from the different generations?

… … ACC’s 2010 Annual Meeting Be the Solution. This material is protected by copyright. Copyright © 2010 various authors … at ACC: +1 202.293.4103, x338; legalresources@acc.com Monday, October 25 11:00am-12:30pm 206 - Bridging the … Justin McCarthy Justin McCarthy is senior Counsel for Dentsply International Inc., the world's largest …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
08/23/2023
19 pages

This resource includes two sample bylaws (Sample A - Bylaws of Association and Sample B - Bylaws of Organization). It also includes a brief overview of some of common elements included in bylaws.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Region: United States
… Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts Sample Bylaws for Association and Organization (US) August 23, 2023 19 … Resources … ACC Sample Bylaws Page 1/19 SAMPLE BY-LAWS It is tricky to provide a sample for bylaws, because there is no … supplies, utilities, cleaning) or unusual (renting or buying physical space, audit of the books) and whether to …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/01/2018
As chief legal and risk officer and assistant secretary of the American Cancer Society (Society), Tim Philips leads a dedicated team in their efforts to develop, implement, and maintain legal and risk management strategies that advance and protect the Society’s mission to save lives, celebrate lives and lead the fight for a world without cancer.
… Society (Society), Tim Philips leads a dedicated team in their efforts to develop, implement, and maintain legal … mission to save lives, celebrate lives and lead the fight for a world without cancer. Resource Details Interest Area: … He earned his J.D. from the University of Virginia, is a native of Washington, DC, and currently lives in
Articles
HHG Legal Group
10/14/2015

This article explains what happens when employers fail to maintain worker’s compensation insurance.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Resource Library
Region: Australia
… Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 www.primerus.com For assistance, contact: Chad Sluss Senior Vice President … Australia 6005 Tel: +61 8 9322 1966 Fax: +61 8 9322 2727 Website: www.hhg.com.au *Member of Primerus Failure to … pe nsat io n insuranc e . Adm inist rat iv e ov ersight is mo re often than no t the reaso n – but that reaso n is no …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/23/2024
Prompt engineering has exploded with the rise of new generative AI technologies. Find out how in-house lawyers can quickly master prompt engineering for better, more accurate outcomes. #ACCDocket #inhouse #GenAI
… Docket Article Prompt Engineering: Your Hidden Superpower for AI Mastery Spiwe L. Jefferson Publication Date: … animated illustrations by Lina Chekhovich / Shutterstock.com Cheat Sheet Ethical imperative for competence . ABA Model … prompt engineering . Mastering precise AI instructions is now a critical skill for enhancing legal efficiency and …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/14/2020
Try these time-saving workflows to navigate changing governance and compliance requirements.
… exchange practical insights and views on how technology is being utilized within their business and roles to work … of transactions on a global basis.  While responsibility for the maintenance of corporate entity data typically sits … practical knowledge, education, and insights available online. Where technology can help  Delivering instant access …
Program Materials
Tenley A. Carp -- partner, McGuireWoods LLP; Amy Freeman Pierce -- senior corporate counsel, Cerner Corporation; Philip R. Strauss -- senior corporate counsel, Adobe Systems Incorporated
10/01/2004

508 How Far Will You Go to Do Business with the Government? A Primer on Government Contracting

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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 508:How Far Will You Go to Do Business with the … Association, Government Contracts Section, and a mediator for the Multi-door Dispute Resolution Division at the …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/24/2020
There is no doubt that COVID-19 has shaken our foundations. Now is a great time to pause, take a breath, and set ourselves up for well-being success.
… Merridy Woodroffe Publication Date: 04/24/2020 There is no doubt that COVID-19 has shaken our foundations. Now is … a great time to pause, take a breath, and set ourselves up for well-being success. Resource Details Interest Area: … or, if that’s not possible, there’s an explosion of  online exercise options  so we’re spoilt for choice — get  …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/17/2024
How can in-house counsel not only build their personal brand but ultimately maintain it overtime? Ashley Butts, senior counsel at BASF Canada explains how. #ACCDocket #inhouse #personalbrand
… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by logofinding / Shutterstock.com What is your personal brand?   Have you ever thought to yourself, … to mind when other people think of me? If you are known for something, chances are that other individuals are …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/09/2020
Being aware of the risks and working with the right departments to prevent phishing may be a critical new element in your role to approach risk.
… Technology, Privacy, and eCommerce Source: ACC Docket … Online fraud is certainly not new, but they seem to have multiplied and … employer, companies should implement awareness programs for employees about scams — even those that are individual …
… and Operational Metrics Top-tier benchmarking data for General Counsel and Legal Operations leaders 2024 Law … and for pricing information, please email research@acc.com . Frequently Asked Questions How can I use the … the full benchmarking report, with relevant calculations, is available here . What data is included in the full report? …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/01/2016
This article explores how life circumstances, skills, behavior, and the availability of mentoring contribute to these differences, and the potential for technology to break down barriers. The data cited in the article come from studies conducted by others, as well as the results of a survey that ACC conducted, which had over 200 respondents.
… contribute to these differences, and the potential for technology to break down barriers. The data cited in the … work from anywhere, at any time, the mommy track career is fading. Flexible arrangements take hold. The rise of … their business. Walmart states on its law firm supplier website: “As with diversity, firms handling Walmart work are …
Articles
Ynze Kliphuis, LL.M., Russell Advocaten B.V., member of Primerus
02/05/2017
3 pages

The desire to combine different functions is growing rapidly whereas the Dutch legislation is still not flexible enough to follow suit. Especially the Licensing and Catering Act and designated use for real estate can create obstructions for innovative entrepreneurs. This article shows how the distinctions between the industries can be blurred within the hard boundaries of the law and what entrepreneurs have to keep in mind.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Netherlands
… 5, 2017 3 pages The desire to combine different functions is growing rapidly whereas the Dutch legislation is still not … Firms 171 Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Website: www.primerus.com For assistance, contact: Chad Sluss Senior Vice President …
Articles
Jackson Lewis
05/18/2015

This article addresses what can be done once a company is served with a class action lawsuit.

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Source: Resource Library
… This article addresses what can be done once a company is served with a class action lawsuit. Resource Details … nearly every day, the employee is seeking compensation for alleged unpaid work time. And here’s the catch: She wants … your subscription should be sent to contactus@jacksonlewis.com or Jackson Lewis P.C. 666 Third Avenue, New York, NY …
Articles
Stacey van Hooven and Sean Collin
10/01/2016

Brands have become the currency of international trade. For in-house counsel, high-quality brands provide a bond of trust with your client’s consumers. Ensuring that your client’s brands are legally secure and high quality is challenging, especially in the case of brand migration.

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Source: ACC Docket
… your client’s brands are legally secure and high quality is challenging, especially in the case of brand migration. … strategy and business development. stacey.van.hooven@sca.com Sean Collin is director for legal affairs of the UNA … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Articles
Robert Falk and Gregory Olaniran
03/01/2016

In-house counsel often express frustration with outside counsel. The relationship can be improved by rethinking your role from vendor manager, to team leader.

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Source: ACC Docket
… of Rob’s work and the positive impact it had on his com- pany. Rob’s response was quite human: Somehow, that … some in-house lawyers may presume that paying invoices is sufficient to guarantee the best possible outcomes at all … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
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Douglas A. Pearson, Seth Litman and Leonard Lescosky
06/01/2011

Although manufacturing medications in China might seem desirable, possible risks associated with production and importation of drugs and ingredients is cause for major concern. If your company lacks appropriate training and oversight, it could face civil and criminal penalties, and product liability litigation. This article analyzes current regulations, potential liability and the steps manufacturers should take to protect themselves.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: China, United States
… with production and importation of drugs and ingredients is cause for major concern. If your company lacks appropriate … goal of manufacturing safe, unadulterated products, while com- plying with good manufacturing prac- tices (GMP) … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
Articles
CMS
11/09/2022
133 pages

In this multi-country guide, learn about the laws regarding discrimination and equality in a wide range of jurisdictions.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Region: Global, Europe, Asia, South America, Austria, Belgium, Chile, China, Colombia, Croatia, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Luxembourg, Mexico, Monaco, Peru, Poland, Singapore, Slovakia, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Netherlands
… regular CMS contact or email us at employment@cmslegal.com. 3 | CMS Expert Guide on discrimination in the workplace … 2 Which characteristics are protected by these laws (is sexual orientation a protected characteristic?), and what … to publish each year a gender equality index on their website. The score of the equality index is based on several …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 01/25/2022
Data protection agreements need to consider the changing legal landscape. ACC IP Network’s Stacie McNulty and Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton’s Farah Cook and John Brigagliano give you strategies for negotiating relevant DPAs. #ACCDocket #ACCNetworks
… Docket Article 4 Creative Strategies for Negotiating Data Protection Agreements Stacie Greskowiak … the parties’ audit rights and limitation of liability caps in a DPA may be a surprise to parties that believe material … terms are finalized.   For some organizations, a DPA is primarily a compliance tool (e.g., to ensure an …
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