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Carol Rick Gibbons, Rodney A. Satterwhite, Latoya C. Asia
04/01/2010

Bullying doesn't only happen on the playground - it can happen around the water cooler in your office. Learn how to address this behavior and prevent the legal and financial problems that can result from one employee being a little too mean to another.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… employee in your company approaches you and tells you he is ter- rified to come to work. He explains that he is … with the issue promptly may have a negative impact on your com- pany — both legally and financially. What Employers … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
Articles
Thomas Daemen
06/01/2010

The Libson Treaty amendments to Europe’s legal regime were beyond the interests of the press last December, but some will affect corporate counsel dealing with European legislative or regulatory compliance issues. Understand institutional and legal process reforms under the Libson Treaty, and know what to look for in upcoming EU policy prioritization.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: ACC Docket
Region: European Union
… ac- tivity in the years ahead. For in-house counsel whose com- panies’ interests overlap with this new prioritization, … counsel should keep in mind that the Treaty itself is just the beginning of the story; we will learn much more … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
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Martin D. Litt and Matthew J. Rita
04/01/2012

in recent years, whistleblower protections have increased in both number and scope. This makes it difficult to determine whether employee complaints constitute “protected activity” under anti-retaliation laws. In-house counsel should be familiar with these new applications, developments and procedures regarding whistleblower claims.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… “protected activity” under anti- retaliation laws is more complicated than ever. This article is intended to … adults Consider this fact pattern: An employee at your com- pany complains to Human resources that two of his … resources. ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
Articles
Ben W. Heineman, Jr.
07/01/2016

One of our latest features from ACC Docket's July/August issue.

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Source: ACC Docket
… risk, governance, and citizenship. The GC’s stature is now comparable to the chief financial officer because the … in the context of globalization. benheineman@gmail.com 60 ASSOCIATION OF CORPORATE COUNSEL THE GC’S GREATEST … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Articles
Michael J. Zylstra and Howard H. Lamar III
12/01/2014

The number of publicly traded entities under scrutiny by activist shareholders is at an all-time high. Challenges come with activist attention and investment, including significant time and analysis required by the members<br />of the board of directors as to the claims, actions and observations by such activists.

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Source: ACC Docket
… traded entities under scrutiny by activist shareholders is at an all-time high. Challenges come with activist … demands, will have a more significant impact on a target com- pany and its board of directors, manage- ment team and … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
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Susan Packal
03/01/2016

Are you leading a global team or is your team just global? As leaders make the leap from national or regional status to establishing a global presence, their challenge is to maintain their companies’ core identity and culture while supporting the inevitable mix of growth and talent.

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Source: ACC Docket
… Packal March 1, 2016 Are you leading a global team or is your team just global? As leaders make the leap from … operations at Corning Incorporated, says that her com- pany features a corporate center plus five business … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Articles
Maria Kalogredis, Jon L. Cochran, and Dylan J. Steinberg
04/01/2018

In recent years, non-compete agreements have been a hotly contested topic in the employment space. While legislative proceedings are underway regarding the enforceability of these agreements, employers should be prepared for the possibility that state appellate courts may significantly change the law with little warning.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… to reform, or “blue pencil,” a non-compete agreement if it is overly broad. Depending on the jurisdiction, that court … of ACC Greater Philadelphia. maria.kalogredis@wawa.com Jon L. Cochran represents financial institutions, … compete.cfm ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Department of Treasury
10/17/2016

This sample tells you what you should know about advertising alcohol beverage products.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… (27 CFR Part 5), and malt beverages (27 CFR Part 7) online at: www.ttb.gov Generally speaking the regulations … Guarantees (Money back guarantees are not prohibited) For a complete listing of the prohibited practices, please … ADVERTISING PRACTICES TTB 5190.05 (1 /2012) • What is considered an advertisement? The regulations define the …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Contoural, Inc.
12/15/2018

Putting together an effective training program involves working with a communications and training group to understand what kind of communication plans have been successful in the past in the organization and understanding what kind of platforms are available for training. A good training plan lays out the resources and responsibilities for training.

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Region: United States
Audience: Legal Operations, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… and understanding what kind of platforms are available for training. A good training plan lays out the resources and … trainings? To ensure a successful change in behavior, it is key to understand the particular audiences that need to be … Additional information is available at www.contoural.com . Copyright © Contoural 2018 5 … Putting together an …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Contoural, Inc.
12/15/2018

Putting together an effective training program involves working with a communications and training group to understand what kind of communication plans have been successful in the past in the organization and understanding what kind of platforms are available for training. A good training plan lays out the resources and responsibilities for training.

Resource Details
Region: United States
Audience: Legal Operations, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… and understanding what kind of platforms are available for training. A good training plan lays out the resources and … trainings? To ensure a successful change in behavior, it is key to understand the particular audiences that need to be … Additional information is available at www.contoural.com . Copyright © Contoural 2018 5 … Putting together an …
Articles
Cherrita Quinn, Kevin Pigott
09/01/2007

Read perspectives on how to adapt to an in-house life style after life at the big firms.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… did before? “Now, I have no one,” says corporate counsel for a local telecommunications company. “I used to have an … may have been the exception to the rule, but the sentiment is clear: support structures are different for in-house … Have a comment on this article? Email editorinchief@acc.com. Lawyers Adjust to Life After the Law Firm By Cherrita …
Articles
Whitnie Wiley
06/01/2018

The life of a mentor and coach is bittersweet. If we're successful, we know that those whom we coach will leave and move on to better things.

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Source: ACC Docket
… Whitnie Wiley June 1, 2018 The life of a mentor and coach is bittersweet. If we're successful, we know that those whom … more articles like this? Visit us online at www.ACCDocket.com. Whitnie Wiley LEGISLATIVE ADVOCATE FOR THE ASSOCIATION OF CALIFORNIA WATER AGENCIES (SACRAMENTO, …
Articles
Bill Mordan
06/01/2014

Just like the in-house legal profession, the in-house bar association has changed. While the author admits that he remains a US-trained and US-licensed lawyer, ACC and the global legal community have moved on. The world of the American Corporate Counsel Association no longer suffices; we are a truly worldwide Association of Corporate Counsel.

… on this article? Visit ACC’s blog at www.inhouseaccess.com/ acc-docket. Bill Mordan SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND GENERAL COUNSEL FOR RB bill.mordan@rb.com No matter where you work, no matter … ence of working outside your home country. The world is shrinking. Your “local” legal skills are more …
CMS
10/10/2022
16 pages

Learn about the most important terms and phrases within the Social aspect of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG).

… ESG - Lexicon of most important terms and phrases Why ESG is taking centre stage Issues such as climate change, … & Pensions Group Paris caroline.froger-michon@cms-fl.com Caroline Froger-Michon Partner Zagreb … (ESG). This resource was originally published on the website of  CMS  on 21 March 2022. … CMS … Learn about the …
Articles
Jonathan Adler, Jennifer L. Chu, Erin Cleary, Eric T. Juergens, Matthew E. Kaplan, Jeffrey J. Rosen, Scott B. Selinger, Debevoise & Plimpton LLP
06/09/2023
3 pages

Learn about key implications of the Spring 2023 situation that saw the United States reach its national debt ceiling.

… Articles Considerations for a Possible Debt Ceiling Standoff Author Jonathan Adler, … Region: United States File Debevoise_Considerations for a Possible Debt Ceiling Standoff.pdf (1.85 MB) Download … ceiling. This resource was originally published on the website of Debevoise & Plimpton LLP on February 2, 2023. … …
Articles
Dentons
04/24/2023
4 pages

Learn about board responsibility and oversight on ESG issues under Hong Kong's enhanced ESG Reporting Guide issued in July 2020.

… let us focus on “G” as we start the new year. Hong Kong is one of the earliest jurisdictions to have introduced ESG … issues, from a review of 400 sample ESG reports published for the financial year ended 30 June 2021, 31 December 2021 … July 2020. This resource was originally published on the website of Dentons in January 2023. … Dentons … Learn about …
Articles
Dentons
04/25/2023
4 pages

Read about the current state of transfers of personal data out of the UK post-Brexit, and how they may or may not diverge from the EU GDPR.

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Region: United Kingdom, European Union, Europe
… data be validly made to the UK from the EEA? Yes. The UK is an “adequate” country for EU GDPR purposes, under a European Commission adequacy … the EU GDPR. This resource was originally published on the website of Dentons in October 2022. … Dentons … Read about …
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Dentons
09/18/2023
3 pages

Learn about the UK's proposed regulatory framework as outlined in it's policy paper "A pro-innovation approach to AI", published in March 2023.

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Region: United Kingdom, Europe
… . … The use and potential of artificial intelligence (AI) is growing at an ever-increasing rate. Recently, large … Glasgow D +44 141 271 5459 karen.farrell@dentons.com Your Key Contacts © 2023 Dentons. Dentons is a global … March 2023. This resource was originally published on the website of Dentons in April 2023.  … Dentons … Learn about …
Articles
Lauren Hopkins (Principal), Megan Morgan (Principal), Deepti Gage (Associate), and Kirstin Gruver (Associate), Beveridge & Diamond
01/10/2023
4 pages

Read a short recap of key ESG developments in 2022 in Europe, the United States, Canada, Japan, Germany, Norway, and The Netherlands.

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Region: European Union, United States, Canada, Japan, Germany, Norway, Netherlands
… companies with “significant activity” in the EU. The CSRD is a major cornerstone of the European Green Deal; it expands … and Other Global Developments https://www.bdlaw.com/lauren-a-hopkins/ https://www.bdlaw.com/megan-l-morgan/ … Netherlands. This resource was originally published on the website of Beveridge & Diamond on December 20, 2022. … Lauren …
Program Materials
Kathy A. Bryan, W. Timothy Pownall, Hon. Charles B. Renfrew, Thomas J. Sabatino, Jr., PD Villarreal
10/28/2013

Becoming too much like the anachronistic, rules-laden court system it was meant to displace, commercial arbitration is no longer the most efficient and effective way to resolve disputes. In-house counsel increasingly complain that arbitration now looks and feels like a court case, but without the same rights of appeal. This panel, composed of in-house counsel and other lawyers in the arbitration space, will focus on how to return commercial arbitration to its roots as a speedy and cost-effective counterpart to the judicial system.

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Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… system it was meant to displace, commercial arbitration is no longer the most efficient and effective way to resolve … to ACC’s Legal Resources Department at legalresources@acc.com Monday, October 28 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM 101: ACC Chair's … and reviews unsolicited applications received through the website here. Admission to one of CPR Specialty Panels may …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
04/28/2015

This is a sample of performing services in new countries and high risk countries.

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Resource Library
… New Countries and High Risk Countries April 28, 2015 This is a sample of performing services in new countries and high … is to set forth a request, review and approval process for ________ and its wholly-owned subsidiaries (the … does not include the sale of Company software via an online, click through agreement (an “Online Sale”). Project …
Articles
Juliette Hirt
08/01/2011

Ten considerations for you and your career should your small company be acquired by a larger one.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Articles Top Ten Things to Do When Your Company is Acquired Author Juliette Hirt August 1, 2011 Ten considerations for you and your career should your small company be acquired … and comments may be sent to juliette@ebrary.com The information in this Top Ten should not be construed …
Articles
Thomas H. Warren and W. Jason Allman
06/24/2014

This ACC Top Ten highlights the top ten ways to improve the pricing and risk profile of a Long Term Service Agreement for owners.

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Interest Area: Energy and Public Utility
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Articles Top Ten Tips for Negotiating an Long Term Service Agreement (United … 2. Conduct an Effective RFP Process. If an owner is comfortable with the OEM and at least one third-party … provide an incentive for a contractor to keep the plant online. They can be aligned with liquidated damages payable …
Benchmarking and Research Data
Association of Corporate Counsel
03/29/2021
58 pages

This report provides a summary of the use of technology within legal departments, based on a survey conducted in autumn 2020 at the behest of the Tools & Technology Interest Group of ACC Legal Operations.

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Region: Global
Audience: Legal Operations
… What Legal Technology? SURVEY RESULTS 2021 https://www.acc.com/ 2021 ACC LEGAL OPERATIONS WHO USES WHAT LEGAL … fast pace at which new technology developments occur, it is not surprising that the list of technology areas that are … willing to provide their contact information is included for this purpose, as well as a comprehensive list of which …
Articles
Association of Corporate Counsel
04/29/2022
58 pages

This report provides a summary of the use of technology within legal departments, based on a survey conducted in autumn 2020 at the behest of the Tools & Technology Interest Group of ACC Legal Operations.

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Region: Global
Audience: Legal Operations
… What Legal Technology? SURVEY RESULTS 2021 https://www.acc.com/ 2021 ACC LEGAL OPERATIONS WHO USES WHAT LEGAL … fast pace at which new technology developments occur, it is not surprising that the list of technology areas that are … willing to provide their contact information is included for this purpose, as well as a comprehensive list of which …
Articles
H. Timothy Lopez
06/01/2011

Russia is among the top six fastest growing economies in the world, so it is easy to understand why companies are looking to invest there. From its steady economic growth to its low corporate tax rate, there are many opportunities when it comes to investing in Russia. However, there are also many risks involved. Learn the advantages and disadvantages of exploring M&A opportunities in Russia.

in Russia Author H. Timothy Lopez June 1, 2011 Russia is among the top six fastest growing economies in the world, … cost, determine equipment cost, locate raw materials and com- ponents, determine optimal logistic metrics, etc. In … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
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Dentons
04/04/2022
3 pages

Read a brief update on UK case law regarding the use of force majeure arguments in contract disputes in connection with the COVID-19 pandemic.

… article provides an update on these recent decisions. What is force majeure? Force majeure is a type of contractual … +44 20 7320 3911 M +44 7887 628118 james.fairbairn@dentons.com Rob Francis Senior Associate, Milton Keynes D +44 20 7320 … COVID-19 pandemic. This article was first published on the website of  Dentons  on March 7, 2022. … Dentons … Read a …
Articles
Dentons
07/15/2022
2 pages

Learn about the most significant amendments related to personal data protection in Qatar's Data Protection Regulations effective 19 June 2022.

… such data relates to personal data. In brief, data privacy is a branch of data security concerned with proper handling … D +974 4459 8980 M +974 7751 7178 andrew.jones@dentons.com Zaher Nammour Partner, Doha D +974 4459 8973 … resource was originally published April 5, 2022 on the website of Dentons . … Dentons … Learn about the most …
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Dentons
07/15/2022
3 pages

Learn how the European Union's AI Act and and the GDPR have a number of common features, and read about governance at the EU and national levels.

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Region: European Union
… on the one hand, the right to protection of personal data is considered a fundamental right within the EU’s legal … humancentric approach. Luca Zannoni (luca.zannoni@dentons.com), Marco Propato (marco.propato@dentons.com) co-authored … resource was originally published April 20, 2022 on the website of Dentons . … Dentons … Learn how the European …
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Dentons
07/15/2022
3 pages

Learn about the April 29, 2022 draft of Certification Technical Standards, exploring personal data protection in China - specifically cross-border transfer of that data.

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Region: China, Asia
… Security Standardization Technical Committee. It is the first document to explore personal information … its member firms and affiliates. Please see dentons.com for Legal Notices. 3 … This resource was originally published May 5, 2022 on the website of Dentons . … Dentons … Learn about the April 29, …
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