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Joseph R. ("Casey") Mangan Jr. - counsel, Allstate Insurance Company; and John L. Hines Jr. - partner, intellectual property department, Sachnoff & Weaver, Ltd.
02/01/2006

This article discusses why negotiating software licensing agreements can be difficult and outlines how to maximize your chances for successfully negotiating some critical deal points.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… Beating Vendor Lockdown: Negotiating Software Licenses for Your Organization Author Joseph R. ("Casey") Mangan Jr. - … . … With its need for service and updates, software is not a commodity purchase, but rather a long- term … You selected your vendor because of its professional com- petence; there is no guarantee that the company …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
10/24/2016

This is a sample manufacturing services agreement between a manufacturer and customer.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Between Manufacturer and Customer October 24, 2016 This is a sample manufacturing services agreement between a … and/or [EXHIBIT A]. The Prices shall remain fixed for the term of the Agreement, subject to Manufacturer's … to order Components in accordance with the various minimum buy quantities, tape and reel quantities, and multiples of …
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Malavika Jayaram*, Jayaram & Jayaram
12/12/2014
13 pages

This article summarizes the legislative framework for the protection of personally identifiable information (PII).

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Source: Resource Library
Region: India
… 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 … made available to the government on a password-protected website. (clause 34.12 and 34.13) and ‘details of …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
02/14/2024
1 pages

This sample contract playbook includes alternative clauses, required approvals, and negotiation notes.

… required for any other changes (all require Legal) Company IS ONLY WILLING TO PROVIDE THE SERVICES TO YOU UPON THE … the terms and conditions that govern your use of this website and the products and services (collectively, the … after Company posts the amended Agreement to Company.com. Both Allows for updated terms to override this version …
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Sean Johnson, Peter Quittmeyer, Robert Pile
10/17/2016
10 pages

This paper is a presentation by the ACC Houston Chapter on software audit.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Robert Pile October 17, 2016 10 pages This paper is a presentation by the ACC Houston Chapter on software … Asbill & Brennan LLP peter.quittmeyer@sutherland.com Robert Pile Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP … legal terms and conditions and are sometimes posted on a website instead of being attached to contract documents. As a
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Rebecca Ditsch, Managing Editor of Practitioner Insights - Employment on WestlawNext
04/24/2013

This article contains some considerations that lawyers representing both sellers and buyers should keep in mind during any acquisition, merger, or spin-off of a business with a focus on US law.

… Articles Top Ten Employment Considerations for Sellers and Buyers in Acquisitions (United States) Author … in the process have left some lawyers asking if that trend is back. We may not know for awhile, but the following are … inserting language into the purchase agreement that it was buying the assets "free and clear of all liabilities." An …
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Tyler C. Gerking, Farella Braun + Martell LLP, San Francisco, California
12/15/2017

In this Quick Overview, in-house counsel can learn about the top ten most pressing issues for cyber insurance and security in the United States.

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Region: United States
… Articles Top 10 Cyber Insurance Considerations for In-house Counsel in 2018 Author Tyler C. Gerking, Farella … against these and other risks. But cyber insurance is not standard; there is wide variation in policy language … cyber insurance quote. Also see whether your company can buy "system failure" coverage, which would reimburse lost …
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Henry Z. Horbaczewski and Ronald I. Raether
04/01/2012

Driven by recessionary cost pressures and tech-savvy employees, some companies now ask or allow employees to use their own electronic devices to interact with company systems. However, this trend also brings with it an increase in related security and privacy issues. Learn which issues must be addressed to mitigate the risks of employee-owned devices.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… resources to interact with company systems. This trend is driven by recessionary cost pressures, which often result … of reed elsevier inc. He can be contacted at henry@reilaw.com. roNAlD i. rAeTHer, Cipp, is a partner at faruki ireland … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
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Tiffany L. Williams James L. Ewing, IV
09/01/2014

Learn ten tips to respond and defend against non-practicing entities ("NPEs"). With no end to the current non-practicing entities practices visible in the immediate future, companies that are approached by NPEs should consider a variety of strategies regarding how to respond and defend against NPEs.

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Region: United States
… Articles Tactics and Strategies Overview For Dealing with Non-Practicing Entities (United States) … to the current non-practicing entities practices visible in the immediate future, companies that are approached by …   Patent enforcement by non-practicing entities ("NPEs") is an increasingly contentious topic. Such entities, …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/01/2016
Having been both a mergers and acquisitions lawyer and an advisor to John Ruggie, who developed the soft law standard for companies on human rights (embodied in the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights), I am frequently asked the following question by M&A professionals: What do human rights have to do with us, and how is this different from what we are doing already?
… to John Ruggie, who developed the soft law standard for companies on human rights (embodied in the UN Guiding … What do human rights have to do with us, and how is this different from what we are doing already? Resource … assurance that the companies they invest in, regulate, buy from, and work for are respectful of others, companies …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 01/01/2019
Your company’s frequent filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) are your ticket to a far broader understanding of your own (or a competitor’s or prospective employer’s) business. You’ll be better equipped to add value and identify risk for your public company employer, understand the macro trends and issues affecting your industry and peer companies, and assess prospective public company employers.
… You’ll be better equipped to add value and identify risk for your public company employer, understand the macro trends … the SEC’s Electronic Data Gathering Analysis and Retrieval website. Form 10-K.  Also known as the Annual Report, it … 14A (or the Proxy Statement). Each of these documents is filed with the SEC on a recurring and relatively …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 11/01/2015
Conflict minerals are poised to become an even larger factor in supply chain compliance as legislation is currently being proposed in the European Union, which may be more stringent than that currently on the books in the United States.
… Docket Article Conflict Minerals: Is Your Supply Chain Compliant? Sasha Glassman Publication … the poorest countries in the world, ravaged by civil war for over half a century. Armed militias use the country’s … the greatest possible specificity and publish this on its website. Companies were required to file their first …
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CMS
10/10/2022
219 pages

Learn the rules regarding corporate groups' cash pooling, with this multi-country guide.

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Region: Europe, Asia, Albania, Austria, Bulgaria, Belgium, China, Croatia, Czech Republic, France, Germany, United Kingdom, Hong Kong, Luxembourg, Italy, Montenegro, Macedonia, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine
… flow requirements from time to time. The master account is usually held by the parent company or by a “treasury … they are allowed to enter into a relationship with the com-pany only if all information on the con-dition and type … such notification should be published on the official website of the company within 72 hours, despite other …
Articles
02/24/2017

This Wisdom of the Crowd, compiled from questions and responses posted on the ACC Employment & Labor Law discussion forum, addresses whether a monetary docking policy to discourage lateness can be implemented under the US Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… quoted below prior to publishing their eGroup Comments in this Wisdom of the Crowd resource.   Question: I have a … this type of docking was found to be illegal. I looked for about an hour and didn't stumble across anything. Is anyone aware of any case where similar fines were found to …
Articles
10/15/2013

A study of in-house counsel performance conducted by the Australian and New Zealand corporate lawyers associations teases out the specific management practices that distinguish leading organisations from the rest. This article analyses three key areas that assist to drive efficiency and effectiveness in top performing law departments – strong staff support, project management, and outside counsel management. Published in the June 2013 issue of the journal of the Australian Corporate Lawyers Association (ACLA).

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: Resource Library
… and challenges Keeping it simple Why plain English in law is difficult to master The official journal of Sponsored by … and English from the University of Virginia. moynihan@acc.com JUNE 2013 | 21acla.com.au tr u e l e A d e r s use of … on the ACLA/CLANZ In-house Counsel Report visit the ACLA website acla.com.au “WE PrEfEr ThAT MoNIkEr [VALuE- bASED …
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Liz J. Deckman, Partner, Richard G. Schwartz, Partner, and Sarah J. Touzalin, Senior Counsel (Seyfarth Shaw)
06/30/2022

Summary Plan Descriptions (SPDs) are an essential mechanism for employers to use when informing employees and participants of benefits offered under their plans. SPDs tell employees and plan participants what the plan documents say, including what their benefits are, what they need to do in order to get a benefit, and how those benefits are going to be paid to them. Therefore, it is important that SPDs are correct and accurate and sent to everybody who needs to get them. 

This article discusses some of the key do’s and don’ts with respect to SPDs.  

… Articles Quick Overview: Key Considerations for US Summary Plan Descriptions   Author Liz J. Deckman, … those benefits are going to be paid to them. Therefore, it is important that SPDs are correct and accurate and sent to … of it, with the SPD attached or with a link to it on their website. Also the administrator must state that the …
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06/01/2018

This article focuses on Boards and company leaders who are focused on the strategic growth of their enterprises have a responsibility to create and foster innovation, engagement, and profitability.

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Region: United States
… inclusive, diverse, and respectful corporate culture is imperative for companies that want to be competitive in today’s and … are not only pickier about what companies they will buy from, but also  more selective about what companies they …
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Whitnie Wiley
10/01/2015

October's Lead the Way comes from Whitnie Wiley, who discusses our own personal labels.

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Source: ACC Docket
… on this article? Visit ACC’s blog at www.inhouseaccess.com/ acc-docket. Whitnie Wiley LEGISLATIVE ADVOCATE FOR THE ASSOCIATION OF CALIFORNIA WATER AGENCIES (SACRAMENTO, … I like them, believing they are better whether that is true or not. But what I don’t do anymore is buy things …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
05/25/2017

This is a sample employee certification to company regarding code of conduct.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Employee Certification to Company May 25, 2017 This is a sample employee certification to company regarding code … I, certify that, within the scope of my responsibility for [Company], with respect to the fiscal quarter ending on [Date]: 1. I performed my duties in a competent manner and in compliance with [Company]’s
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
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10/01/2004

General terms and conditions, particularly used for the sale of steel building components. These terms generally accompany a purchase order. Includes provisions regarding quality, permissible variations and inspection, warranties, delivery, and other general considerations.

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Region: United States
… 30, 2004 General terms and conditions, particularly used for the sale of steel building components. These terms … drawings. Permissible Variations and Inspection. Material is to be furnished subject to manufacturing and commercial … the posting of the required notice to Buyer’s employees. Buy American Requirements. Buyer must clearly and …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/14/2020
Current GCs who are interested in ascending to the top corporate office will have to show that they can occupy a few critical but less official roles first. Each is closely tied to their immediate responsibilities while moving them ever closer to the strategic center of the business.
… Docket Article GC Is the New CEO: The Rise and Rise of General Counsel Deena … Many general counsels also became viable candidates for the job of CEO — evidence of their growing role as …   General counsel as a risk mitigator  The sheer volume of buy- and sell-side contracts can bring a legal department — …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/03/2019
As these new laws are debated, passed, and enforced, employers have an important decision to make. Do they wait for the passage of regulations in countries where they operate before they make changes? Or, do they address the issue of pay equity now to ensure that all their employees are fairly paid, regardless of what the law requires?
… employers have an important decision to make. Do they wait for the passage of regulations in countries where they … earns, according to the World Economic Forum . The pay gap is much smaller in the United States, and has narrowed in … question of your candidates, and reviewing any print or online forms that job seekers might fill out. But that’s not …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/01/2016
This article surveys the different generations that make up today’s workforce and provides ideas about the solutions employers can take to harness the collective wisdom and strengths of those generations.
… Allow flexible work. Allowing employees to work remotely is a good start. Be transparent. Polls find time and again … management. Invest in orientation and training. Not just for younger employees either — older workers are interested … that are effective in the open communication loop are online or in-person forums such as informal “brown bags” with …
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Peter O. Hughes and Deborah A. Keller
03/01/2002

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.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… ("R&D"), Dorothy Green, has been out on FMLA medical leave for almost 12 weeks for cancer treatments, but has already … reserved. March 2002 ACCA Docket 4 1 • l Peter 0. Hughes is a partner at Stanton, Hughes, Diana, Cerra, IVIariani & … matters. He is available at phughes@stantonhughes.com. Deborah A. Keller is associate general counsel at KPMG …
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Brian Kaveney
05/29/2014

This Top Ten provides a brief overview of important tips for addressing and mitigating insider threats in a cost-efficient manner.

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… Articles Do You Have an Edward Snowden in Your Ranks? Top Ten Tips on Mitigating Insider Threats … This Top Ten provides a brief overview of important tips for addressing and mitigating insider threats in a … whole. However, pending these forthcoming requirements, it is clear that it is in the interest of companies in all …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/06/2021
Knowing your chronotype — early bird or night owl — can help you plan your day and boost your productivity.
… clock, or chronotype (our sleep and waking preferences), is determined by age and genetics , with the timing of the … activities later in the day, tend to have an aptitude for creative thinking, and are more neurotic and more open to … psychologist Dr Michael Breus developed a more recent online chronotype quiz that may suit you better. Similar to …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/09/2023
From algorithm insights to IP challenges — columnist Olga V. Mack shares four pillars of AI training that every corporate lawyer needs for a tech-integrated future. #OpenAI #LargeLanguageModel #Generative AI
… Docket Article Legal Tech: 4 Key AI Training Areas for Corporate Lawyers Olga V. Mack Publication Date: … ACC Docket … Banner artwork by good render / Shutterstock.com Picture yourself as an orchestra conductor directing a … interdisciplinary collaboration, and adaptability. But it is a skillset you can learn. Your expertise in supervising …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/24/2019
Instead, when we feel overworked and exhausted, our first instinct is to drop everything, go to happy hour, and try to forget about it. Some take the quieter approach, heading home and distracting themselves from all the noise until the next day. These strategies are temporary solutions. Following the advice below can keep you on track longer than a night out or a night in.
… when we feel overworked and exhausted, our first instinct is to drop everything, go to happy hour, and try to forget … Although we talk about burnout behind closed doors and in online articles like this, we rarely talk about it at work, … new language but can’t find anyone else to practice with). For all three kinds of interests, there is always a way to …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 08/18/2021
It’s no secret that lawyers aren’t beloved by society. Perhaps we can help change that?
… at large have faced a negative public perception for centuries. One doesn’t have to look far to find jokes … poking fun at lawyers. Thomas Jefferson once wrote, “It is the trade of lawyers to question everything, yield … have the opportunity to change this image. When we show up online as our true, authentic selves, your followers can get …
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Maggie Anthoney and J. Alexander Lawrence
06/01/2015

Under the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, it is fundamental that a party may seek documents that are in the opposing party’s “possession, custody or control.” The same or similar standards are reflected in most state civil procedure rules. The corollary to these rules is that to avoid claims of spoliation and the severe sanctions that may follow, a party is obligated to ensure such records are preserved when litigation is reasonably anticipated.

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Source: ACC Docket
… 1, 2015 Under the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, it is fundamental that a party may seek documents that are inin Oregon and Washington State. manthoney@lhediscovery.com J. Alexander Lawrence is co-chair of Morrison & … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
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