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Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/09/2022
Learn about the interplay between warranties and indemnity obligations when purchasing cloud-based technology in the United States in this article by Angela Madathil. #inhousecounsel #contracts
… Docket Article Secure More than Warranties in Technology Purchase Contracts — Negotiate for Indemnity Protection Angela Madathil Publication Date: … The purpose of indemnity The Latin root of “indemnity” is  indemnis , which means without loss, unhurt, or …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/09/2024
What challenges does AI pose to legal norms? Legal Tech columnist Olga Mack and her co-authors, Brian Mack and Ming Hoang Merchant, explore the urgent need for evolved legal frameworks. #LegalTech #AI #OpenAI
… Mack and Ming Hoang Merchant, explore the urgent need for evolved legal frameworks. #LegalTech #AI #OpenAI Resource … ACC Docket … Banner artwork by aniqpixel / Shutterstock.com The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) stands as … about liability in scenarios where human oversight is minimal or even absent. Real-world AI failures have …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/01/2024
The European Union takes a stand with the Digital Markets Act, targeting Google, Apple, and Meta for market monopolies... #DMA #BigTech #AntiTrust #Regulation #ACCDocket #ACC
… the Digital Markets Act, targeting Google, Apple, and Meta for market monopolies... #DMA #BigTech #AntiTrust #Regulation … Docket … Banner artwork by Cristian Storto / Shutterstock.com The European Union showed its commitment to curbing the … major tech companies and protect consumer interests. What is the DMA? At the heart of these investigations is the …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/01/2024
Understand the complexities of indemnification to safeguard against AI's unique risks like IP infringement and autonomous decisions. Craft clauses that protect and comply. #ACC #ACCDocket #AIContracts #LegalTech
… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by David Gyung / Shutterstock.com In the domain of AI, the growing importance of … arrangement where one party agrees to compensate the other for losses or damages incurred due to specific circumstances … losses The necessity for indemnification in AI agreements is driven by the potential for various types of losses, which …
Articles
05/18/2016

This Wisdom of the Crowd, compiled from responses posted on the Employment & Labor and Compliance & Ethics Network Forums addresses concerns about internal investigation policies and authorization of an employee's computer and electronic records in the US.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Articles Policies and Authorization for Internal Investigation of Employee's Computer in the US … We have a system where 2 people must approve. Generally it is the Senior Vice-President (SVP) of HR and I but in some … 13, 2016) 5 Kerry Childe, Senior Corporate Counsel, Best Buy Co (Arp. 12, 2016) 6 Sarah Eisen, Regional Counsel, …
Articles
Nancy Little, Partner, McGuirewoods LLP
01/07/2014

This Top Ten focuses on protections needed in a ground lease in order for a leasehold mortgagee to consider the ground lease financeable.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Articles Top Ten Basic Terms for a Financeable Ground Lease Author Nancy Little, Partner, … by a ground lease, you need to be sure the ground lease is "financeable." A financeable ground lease includes either … in case it determines that its best course of action is to buy out the fee owner's/ground lessor's interest in the land. …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
WeComply, Inc.
07/17/2013

This course will help you understand issues involving overtime, how "exempt" employees are classified, independent contractors, and FLSA record-keeping requirements, among other things.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… of ethics and compliance training since 1999. The course is also available online from any Internet-connected … appropriately. This course is designed and licensed for classroom use in parallel with WeComply's online course … use or online access, please e-mail info@wecomply.com or call 1-866-WeComply. INTRODUCTION Thank you for
11/29/2016

Be prepared! Don't get caught out by the New Privacy Data Traps - session held in Melbourne 29 November 2016.

Resource Details
Region: Australia
… been developed (or not developed) by the courts; the other is a statutory creation. Confidentiality and privacy overlap … must not collect personal information unless necessary for one or more of its functions) − APP4 – Receiving … THANK YOU Questions? GORDON HUGHES GHughes@davies.com.au Cyber Security / Data Breach Incidents Prevention, …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/23/2018
For a legal-minded numbers guy like Alasdair Moodie, Thermo Fisher Scientific’s vice president and general counsel of Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA), he knew that the chances of receiving the honour were slim. But for the multiple colleagues and peers who nominated him, it wasn’t a surprise when he did.
… of the Year Karmen Fox Publication Date: 05/23/2018 For a legal-minded numbers guy like Alasdair Moodie, Thermo … European General Counsel of the Year ( Lexology ) One in 4,000 — those were the odds to win the Lexology/ACC … As the world leader in serving science, Thermo Fisher is active in most areas of the life sciences and healthcare …
Articles
William Krouse
09/01/2017

Few pieces of data privacy legislation have been more hotly contested than the EU-US Privacy Shield. While the road ahead remains uncertain, in-house counsel should adopt protocol to ensure long-term solutions to data compliance.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: European Union, United States
… Articles Is Privacy Shield Doomed to Fail? And How Your Company Can … Department of State. If this role was created to address com- plaints levied at intelligence agencies, it would have … ing self-certification documents as well as maintaining a website that lists organizations that are certified and …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/06/2019
The ever-growing volume of information (and misinformation) make it challenging for businesses to stay abreast of the state of the law and the current trends. This article provides a crash course in cannabis to arm in-house counsel with basic information about this burgeoning industry.
… 101: A Primer: Making sense of the cannabis landscape in 2019 Meghana Shah Brittany Cambre Publication Date: … of information (and misinformation) make it challenging for businesses to stay abreast of the state of the law and … market valued in the billions of dollars worldwide, it is likely that a variety of businesses, from manufacturing to …
Articles
Maria Castner
05/01/2007

Provides an overview of trademark and copyright issues that will empower you to maximize your company's brand assets and avoid liability.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Intellectual Property
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… of matters, including intellectual property issues. It is not enough to simply give reliable legal advice; in-house … assets and avoid liability. Maximizing Your Brand Assets For many companies, brands are the most valuable assets. For … DC. she can be reached at maria. castner@digene.com ACC Docket 45 May 2007 Protection of the Brand Once a …
Program Materials
J. Alberto Gonzalez-Pita - vice president, international legal, regulatory and external affairs, BellSouth International, Inc.; Juan Carlos Mencio - general counsel, N.A., LanChile Airlines; and Katherine E. Ward - general counsel, Rolls-Royce Power Ventures Ltd.
04/20/2004

What leading companies are doing with global law department design.

Resource Details
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 311:Global Law Department Design & Service Models: What … are utilizing technology (databases, forms, intranet website technology) to efficiently share best practices and …
Articles
Michael J. Lotito
04/01/2012

As companies continue to expand into international markets, counsel must understand the international arena of labor rules, regulations and organizing practices. This article offers a primer on the effects, both foreign and domestic, of international labor concerns.

… the United States. Under US law, for example, your com- pany’s employees must des- ignate or select a bargaining … the union can represent them; once selected, the union is the exclusive representa- tive of all bargaining unit … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
Articles
Mark Rogers and Barb Dawson
10/01/2008

While in-house attorneys in the United States may be used to including mediation as a standard part of the dispute resolution process, other parts of the world may not be so familiar, or interested, in it––especially when dealing with alternative dispute resolution (ADR). International dispute resolution is crucial as companies expand across borders and this article provides tips to consider.

… dispute resolution (ADR). International dispute resolution is crucial as companies expand across borders and this … organiza- tions include: International Chamber of Com- merce (ICC), American Arbitration Association (AAA), … International Eco- nomic and Trade Arbitration Commission website provides the rules for arbitrating disputes arising …
Articles
Karen M. Redford
01/01/2010

Columnist Karen M. Redford offers advice and discusses techniques for improving client service.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… | Outsource Resource I recently made the mistake of com- plaining to my local state bar asso- ciation that I felt … large group of outside counsel. The premise of this panel is that, as in-house counsel, we play a unique role as both … top of regulatory changes and find answers fast. Visit our website for details: west.thomson.com/compliance or call …
Articles
Karen M. Redford
01/01/2010
4 pages

Some of her most effective strategies and techniques for improving the quality of client services.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… | Outsource Resource I recently made the mistake of com- plaining to my local state bar asso- ciation that I felt … large group of outside counsel. The premise of this panel is that, as in-house counsel, we play a unique role as both … top of regulatory changes and find answers fast. Visit our website for details: west.thomson.com/compliance or call …
Articles
James A. Nortz
06/01/2014

The author shares his thoughts on why companies should live up to their mission statements.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: ACC Docket
… on this article? Visit ACC’s blog at www.inhouseaccess.com/ acc-docket. James A. Nortz COMPLIANCE & ETHICS … of culture they wanted to have. If you go to Southwest’s website, you’ll find their mission statement: The Mission of Southwest Airlines The mission of Southwest Airlines is dedication to the high- est quality of Customer Service …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/08/2020
In this time of COVID, everything feels protracted even as the calendar pages spin faster than a carousel. The next chapter in history appears in no great hurry to arrive and yet, how can it be one month from the end of 2020?
… member passed away this summer. I know the timetable for grief differs for everyone. However, in this time of … to fight it The other movie shows events happening through online livestreams of meetings, weddings, graduations, and … of woe. It suddenly occurred to me that a season of woe is also a season of  whoa : a time to stop trying so hard to …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/10/2020
This year has been full of change and uncertainty, but also resilience. As leaders and as humans, we have faced difficult challenges due to the global pandemic COVID-19.
… or as essential workers going outside when everyone else is staying in. We have made strides personally as well, … new technologies into our organizations. Now, the need for tech to work for teams who are spread across locations … 2020) can be found in the ACC Resource Library on  ACC.com . Further, I encourage you to check out a webcast this …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/30/2023
As FlightHub’s general counsel, Sona Bedrossian has shown resilience and innovation by keeping her company on track and on time through complex legal storms. #ACCDocket #Top30s
… recognize in-house counsel between the ages of 30 and 39 for their innovation, approach to challenges, well-rounded … demands with constrained resources. Simultaneously, she is evaluating options to comply with rapidly evolving … empathy, and a drive for positive change.  https://vimeo.com/839145156/5ba09e3c41?share=copy Sona Bedrossian's …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
12/11/2013

This course is intended to provide an overview of U.S. export controls and to help you recognize "red flags" — situations presenting a risk of legal violations — and deal with them properly.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Contracts Export Controls December 11, 2013 This course is intended to provide an overview of U.S. export controls … appropriately. This course is designed and licensed for classroom use in parallel with WeComply's online course … use or online access, please e-mail info@wecomply.com or call 1-866-WeComply. MEMORANDUM Thank you for
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
WeComply
06/24/2013

This training course will help you recognize situations that raise ADA issues and assist you in dealing with these issues effectively. (Licensed for use in classroom settings only and not for distribution in any form.)

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Collection: ADA
Region: United States
… you in dealing with these issues effectively. (Licensed for use in classroom settings only and not for distribution … of ethics and compliance training since 1999. The course is also available online from any Internet-connected … use or online access, please e-mail info@wecomply.com or call 1-866-WeComply. INTRODUCTION Thank you for
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
02/09/2017

This is a sample group and hotel sales agreement.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Group and Hotel Sales Agreement February 9, 2017 This is a sample group and hotel sales agreement. Resource Details … an electronic reservations interface that is customized for your event. Individual Call in Reservations may be made, … with the Global Privacy Policy for Guests available at [WEBSITE URL] (the “Privacy Policy”). Group, with respect to …
Articles
Megan Belcher, Kathleen Edmond, and Kim Yapchai
01/01/2018

In February 2017, ride-sharing service Uber entered into a compliance crisis after a female engineer authored a viral blog post alleging harassment, discrimination, and retaliation. In response, the company implemented a rigorous compliance investigation and shared a report of those findings with the public. Here are the key takeaways.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Collection: Leadership Skills
Region: United States
… engage an outside firm to analyze any compliance issue, it is critical that you hire a compliance expert who is skilled … program. Employees should recognize the company’s com- mitment to institutional integrity and understand that … ACC hAS MORE MATERIAL ON ThIS SUBJECT ON OUR wEBSITE. vISIT WWW.ACC.COM, whERE yOU CAN BROwSE OUR …
Robin Shapiro, Justin Allen, and Mark Diamond
09/01/2019
10 pages

Recent privacy laws stand to offer new protections for consumers and more headaches for those adhering to the compliance requirements. Learn key strategies and tools you can use to better implement the new privacy mandates.

… Led by California, a new wave of privacy legislation is likely to have significantly more impact and cause more … suits to one-off lawsuits. Organizations subject to CCPA com- pliance requirements and other new privacy laws must … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Articles
Ellen M. Zavian and Sathya S. Gosselin
01/01/2020
10 pages

This ACC Docket article is meant to spur dialogue and highlight possible changes to the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)’s current model, including one that leverages new forms of corporate structure to create a distinct ethical framework for college athletics.

… Gosselin January 1, 2020 10 pages This ACC Docket article is meant to spur dialogue and highlight possible changes to … current and former college athletes. sgosselin@hausfeld.com 32 ASSOCIATION OF CORPORATE COUNSEL THE ETHICAL EVOLUTION … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/10/2020
Cybersecurity and data protection are among the biggest concerns for all enterprises today. Businesses struggle to cope with the risk of data hacking and breaches while dealing with the pressures of governance and regulatory requirements.
… CHEAT SHEET Under attack.  Client data held by law firms is increasingly subject to attacks. Yet in-house counsel … this achievement, which will also be highlighted on  ACC.com  and communicated to ACC members. Third-party assessment …  (Sept. 2019) ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT  WWW.ACC.COM , WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Program Materials
Glenn Leger, Linda Sharp, Greg Standeford, Chad Williams
10/29/2014

Many legal departments may not have access to contract drafting software or seek reasonably priced alternatives. Learn about specific tools to improve contract drafting and negotiation (beyond form contracts) available from the Internet, ACC and other sources that are free or low-cost.

… use of outside counsel (by providing targeted requests for specific services) Different Perspectives Financial … similarly situated companies Review, analyze, keep what is relevant and discard the rest Know when to seek the … (Fee Based) FindLaw (Free) OneCLE (Free) Other (biztree.com, rocketlawyer.com, etc.) Specific Resources Specific …
Articles
Demarest Advogados, a Lex Mundi member firm
10/15/2016
199 pages

This guide focuses on Brazil, and is part of the Lex Mundi Guides to Doing Business series which provides general information about legal and business infrastructures in jurisdictions around the world.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: Brazil
… 15, 2016 199 pages This guide focuses on Brazil, and is part of the Lex Mundi Guides to Doing Business series … an ACC Member? Request a trial membership . … www.lexmundi.com Brazil Prepared by Lex Mundi member firm, Demarest … information about BNDES-Exim, can be found on BNDES’s website at www.bndes.gov.br. DA#7023289 v77 17 6.6. Export …
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