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Nathaniel M. Lacktman, Foley & Lardner LLP
03/01/2023
16 pages

This guide provided by Foley & Lardner summarizes the key elements and requirements contained in the proposed rule. In addition it explains how it differs from the special telemedicine registration rule. Finally, it describes what stakeholders can do to make their voice heard, including by submitting comments to the proposed rule, during these next 30 days.

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Interest Area: Health Law
Region: United States
Audience: Mid-Career, New to In-House, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… 2023, the Drug Enforcement Agency announced proposed rules for prescribing controlled substances via telemedicine after … use disorder (OUD) treatment), an initial in-person exam is required before any prescription can be issued. … statutory basis for the proposed rule is the Ryan Haight Online Pharmacy Consumer Protection Act of 2008 (Ryan Haight …
Articles
Practical Law Company
03/30/2015
8 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) provides a high-level overview of privacy rules and principles in Australia.

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Region: Australia
… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … or any of its lawyers, unless so stated. This InfoPAKSM is not intended as a definitive statement on the subject but … by PLC. For more information about PLC, visit their website at http://www.practicallaw.com/ or see the “About the …
Program Materials
Trevor Faure, Global Leader, Legal Services, Ernst & Young Global
06/26/2013

An overview of various strategies and tips to make law departments more efficient and effective. Includes surveys of in-house counsel covering various metrics of efficiency, cost, and satisfaction.

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: Meetings
Region: European Union
… Future Starts on Monday Morning! Charting a Smarter Plan for Success for In-House Leaders Author Trevor Faure, Global … Legal Services Ernst & Young Global trevor.faure@uk.ey.com +44 7802 595053 Page 2 The Smarter Legal Model: more from … Faure 2010. All rights reserved. ACC Europe 2013 What is the level of Client Satisfaction with the Legal function …
Articles
Fisun Rosner, Partner, The Contract Centre GmbH, and Bettina A. Brand, Attorney, The Contract Centre GmbH
12/01/2010

This article describes the advantages of a virtual network, offering former in-house counsel with children a way back into the workforce as part-timers for the benefit of corporate legal departments.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: European Union
… with children a way back into the workforce as part-timers for the benefit of corporate legal departments. Resource … The Contract Centre GmbH, brand@ thecontractcentre.com This article describes the advantages of a virtual … to have a lawyer in the family!” • “Hey, sister, this is the 21st century — the sky is the limit!” • “My dear …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/05/2024
A new reciprocal enforcement arrangement entered into by Hong Kong and Mainland China in 2024 — replacing the 2008 arrangement — attempts to make judgments easier to enforce across jurisdictions. Here’s what in-house counsel need to know about the 2024 agreement. #ACCDocket #HongKong #China
… arrangement entered into by Hong Kong and Mainland China in 2024 — replacing the 2008 arrangement — attempts to make … Kong SAR and Mainland China makes it significantly easier for judgments to be enforced in the respective jurisdictions. … of the ways which jurisdictions attempt to make it easier is by entering into arrangements for reciprocal enforcement …
Articles
Global Legal Group
05/23/2023
226 pages

This multijurisdictional guide covers common issues in initial public offerings, including the IPO process, regulatory architecture, public company responsibilities, potential risks, liabilities, and pitfalls.

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Region: Global, Cyprus, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, India, Ireland, Italy, South Korea, Luxembourg, Portugal, Singapore, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey, United Kingdom, United States
… ISBN 978-1-83918-264-8 ISSN 2399-9594 This publication is for general information purposes only. It does not purport … Offerings 2023, Seventh Edition 1 www.globallegalinsights.com Foreword Joseph Corcoran Securities Industry and … issued by the company, including information posted on its website. In addition to periodic reports, a public U.S. …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/17/2020
Research shows that highly engaged teams significantly outperformed those in the bottom quartile. Here’s how to increase collaboration and find the leaders who will drive the cause.
… Docket Article Looking for Exceptional Leadership? Look for Exceptionally Engaged … Development Source: ACC Docket … An engaged employee is someone who is both happy at work, and in their overall … Clifton and Harter, supra, p.105 (2019), www.gallup.com/workplace/251642/manager.aspx. … Research shows that …
Articles
Emily Lawrence and Diane Rohrman
03/01/2018

Affirmative recoveries, which can include anything from submitting class-action settlements to filing unclaimed property notices, hold the key to millions — or even billions — of revenue for the company. These hidden opportunities add significant value to the company’s bottom line, without the need for additional staff or legal fees. Simply put: you can’t afford not to pursue affirmative recovery efforts.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… clients. Offering to train specific groups of departments is an effective way to start a dialogue. ■■ Tracking … internal client understand that recovering money for the com- pany need not, and often does not, involve filing a … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/11/2020
I am doing my best to lead by example: To try not to expect more of anyone else than I am willing to give of myself and hope that our collective levels of engagement, optimism, and dedication enable us to dig just a little bit deeper to achieve the stretch results we’ll need this year.
… and Professional Development Source: ACC Docket … It is often said that there is “no single right or wrong answer” … so choose the one that feels authentic and right for you. Our individual life experiences and perspectives … Veta For more of Veta’s leadership lessons, visit  acc.com/views-with-veta . … I am doing my best to lead by …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/03/2019
This article provides practical guidance to employers and in-house counsel on how best to avoid liability when outsourcing globally.
… Docket Article Employment Law Issues in a Global “Gig” Economy C. Whitfield Caughman Brett T. Lane … The line between independent contractor and employee is often determined by the (1) employer’s control over the worker, (2) the worker’s opportunity for profit or loss, (3) investment in facilities, (4) …
Articles
Tim Spreitzer, SVP, Tierney
06/28/2017

This Top Ten lists 10 tips to create a comprehensive crisis communications plan.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Global
… during a crisis can have enormous influence on how it is perceived in the future, and that perception can have a … But, what is specific to your organization and industry? For example, a food manufacturer may need to prepare draft … acknowledging you are listening and seeking answers can buy a lot of time. More importantly, acknowledging the …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
12/18/2015

This is a sample severance agreement between an employer and an employee when the departing employee is less than 40 years of age.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
1 person found this helpful.
… Agreement (Employee Age Below 40) December 18, 2015 This is a sample severance agreement between an employer and an … adding a Reaffirmation Agreement.] 2. Consideration. In consideration for signing this Agreement and General Release, and complying …
Articles
Ellen M. Zavian and Joy R. Butler
09/01/2016

In sports, failure to keep your eye on the ball can mean the difference between winning and losing. This expression captures the current predicament of the fantasy sports industry, an industry where bountiful venture capital funding and rapidly expanding revenue distracted from the legal complications descending on the industry and threatened to destroy it.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… tion that the survival of the fantasy sports industry is not certain. By examining what the fantasy sports industry … other laws. The legality of featuring the person in a non-com- mercial, non-advertising context is more complicated. … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Articles
10/26/2017

Currell on Convergence - Part 1 on Convergence: Why Practice Falls Short of Theory

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: Resource Library
Audience: Legal Operations
… your decision to consolidate means that you are no longer buying the same product. Legal Evolution PBC Legal Evolution … on Convergence two viable providers, at different Ɠrms, for every economically signiƓcant and legally distinct area … on Convergence Structured Communication: Law Ɠrms and in-house counsel alike Legal Evolution PBC Legal Evolution | …
Articles
11/21/2017

AdvanceLaw, a network of buyers and suppliers of legal work that seek to drive value by sharing quality metrics and creating data-driven best practices, recently uncovered surprising results on the value of converging law firms. This resource combines 3 blog posts from Managing Director Dan Currell on preferred provider networks: 1) theory vs. practice; 2) how to build a law firm panel that can deliver value; and 3) the necessity of active client management.

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: Resource Library
Audience: Legal Operations
… your decision to consolidate means that you are no longer buying the same product. Legal Evolution PBC Legal Evolution … on Convergence two viable providers, at different Ɠrms, for every economically signiƓcant and legally distinct area … on Convergence Structured Communication: Law Ɠrms and in-house counsel alike Legal Evolution PBC Legal Evolution | …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
10/30/2014

This is a checklist of some best practices for implementing a diversity and inclusion program.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Policies, and Contracts Checklist of Some Best Practices for Implementing a Diversity and Inclusion Program October 30, 2014 This is a checklist of some best practices for implementing a … � Pay attention to corporate D&I reputation. o Do you have buy in from key business leaders? o Identify executive …
Articles
Charles Hooker, Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP
02/18/2016
83 pages

This InfoPak aims to assist in-house and outside counsel alike in counseling their clients toward selecting, achieving, and protecting strong brands.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … ACC or any of its lawyers, unless so stated. This InfoPAK is not intended as a definitive statement on the subject, but … on Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton, LPP visit their website at www.kilpatricktownsend.com, or see the About the …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/01/2017
ACC Singapore provides value to its members through its local educational program, which attracts significant support from the many law firms with a presence in Singapore.
… practice in London and Hong Kong, I was keen to work for a company with a global presence. The regulated world of … faced the company in China during 2014. My current role is general counsel to GSK’s international pharmaceutical … benefit from the global resources available on the ACC website. In the last 12 months, we have held a couple of …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/14/2023
Sneha Balakrishnan, head of legal and company secretary for Shippit, explains how the relatively new concept of DEI in Australia can have a positive impact on companies. #DEI #AustralianLaw #APAC #ACC #ACCDocket
… Sneha Balakrishnan, head of legal and company secretary for Shippit, explains how the relatively new concept of DEI … ACC Docket … Banner artwork by New Africa / Shutterstock.com Balakrishnan, who was born in India and immigrated to … a more traditional culture. Balakrishnan reflects that DEI is a relatively new concept in Australia — despite …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Heather Meeker
10/30/2014

This policy is intended to be short and easy to follow, to enable our decision makers (including technical, business, and legal managers) to leverage open source software while protecting our intellectual property assets and mitigating risk.

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Interest Area: Intellectual Property
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Policy Author Heather Meeker October 30, 2014 This policy is intended to be short and easy to follow, to enable our … For questions, please contact Heather Meeker, hmeeker@omm.com. Introduction and Contents This policy is intended to be … to look for open source licenses are (1) the project’s website and associated online documentation; (2) in a text …
Articles
Gregory Stern
11/01/2019
4 pages

Cloud computing allows us to easily store data without physical storage devices, helping to reduce the carbon footprint. But environmental issues from cloud data centers makes this a mixed blessing.

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Region: Canada, Finland, Germany, Norway, United Kingdom, United States
… media we used to keep locally, like CDs, DVDs, etc., is replaced by virtual cloud counterparts, I got curious: What does that mean for the environment? As lawyers, you will be shocked … CHUBB GROUP OF INSURANCE COMPANIES greg.stern@chubb.com Cloudy with a Good Chance of Increased Global Warming 24 …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 01/27/2023
A career as an in-house lawyer can lead to a role as a corporate board chair. Find out what running a board is like in this A Day in the Life by Joanne Moss. #ACCDocket
… as a corporate board chair. Find out what running a board is like in this A Day in the Life by Joanne Moss. #ACCDocket … Details … Banner artwork by Rob Hyrons / Shutterstock.com Joanne Moss Joanne Moss  Board chair and director  … was invaluable and provided me with the confidence to plan for a future portfolio career as a director sitting on a …
Articles
Lauren Carboni, Esq., Foley & Lardner LLP
04/06/2022

In this article, learn key features of healthcare compliance programs in the United States.

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Region: United States
… are required to adopt compliance programs, but it is a best practice, and the government recommends, that all … to require Medicare and Medicaid providers, as a condition for enrollment, to establish compliance programs. The ACA … has provided a number of helpful resources on its public website such as Compliance Guidance directed at particular …
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Jeffrey S. Tenenbaum, Esq. and Nisha G. Thakker, Esq. Tenenbaum Law Group PLLC
04/07/2020
6 pages

In this article, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act is explained in the context of small businesses and non-profits. Resources are available to these sectors impacted by the current crisis.

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Region: United States
… Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act is explained in the context of small businesses and … for EIDL loans are completed online through the SBA website (https://covid19relief.sba.gov/#/). ii. Applications … contact Jeff Tenenbaum (jtenenbaum@TenenbaumLegal.com) or Nisha Thakker (nthakker@TenenbaumLegal.com). … In
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/06/2023
Chen-Sen (Samson) Wu, GC of GE HealthCare’s Patient Care Solutions and Research, alongside outside counsel from Maynard Cooper & Gale, offer some practical tips for in-house legal and compliance personnel looking to manage their supply chain risks. #ACCDocket #inhouse
… from Maynard Cooper & Gale, offer some practical tips for in-house legal and compliance personnel looking to manage … ACC Docket … Banner artwork by Lightspring / Shutterstock.com Cheat Sheet Criminal and civil risk. Companies that … that the products are compliant. This submission, which is false, then triggers FCA liability. ... inadequate flow of …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 08/13/2024
Insurance lawyer Stevi Siber-Sanderowitz, senior counsel and VP, at SterlingRisk, provides a step-by-step guide for in-house counsel to use data analytics to predict and manage legal risks. #ACCDocket #inhouse #risks
… Docket Article A Quick-Start Guide for Counsel: How to Use Data Analytics to Predict & Manage … … Banner artwork by Summit Art Creations / Shutterstock.com Introduction  In today’s fast-changing legal landscape, … relevant data  The first step in leveraging data analytics is gathering relevant data. This involves collecting a wide …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/01/2017
A day in the life of Eliud Ogutu Head of Legal at Stanbic Bank Kenya Limited in Nairobi, Kenya.
… Docket Article Day in the Life: Eliud Ogutu Association of Corporate Counsel … who regales me with yesterday’s exploits and today’s plans for school. I feed him some oatmeal porridge as  I catch up … to the bedroom to wake her.  My four-year-old daughter is already awake and is preparing for preschool. I give her a …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/01/2016
I think that keeping up with the pace of regulatory change in the asset management space is tough. Particularly because so many solutions rely on different technologies that do not always integrate as much as I would like.
… I think that keeping up with the pace of regulatory change in the asset management space is tough. Particularly because so many solutions rely on … handed to me at my Miami law firm was a securities case for a NJ-based broker-dealer. Seven years later, I would join …
Articles
Antitrust Working Group in cooperation with the Association Supply Chain Management, Procurement and Logistics (BME)
12/21/2017
12 pages

Deutsches Institut für Compliance (DICO) guidelines provide the reader with practical and actionable recommendations on Compliance issues.

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Resource Library
Region: European Union, Germany
… initiating a discussion regarding the subject matter but is not meant to constitute any kind of binding standard. DICO … to provide information regarding the structuring of a com- pliance programme, but also describe criteria for the … making statements in the annual report or on the company‘s website). In the latter case however, the statement, extracts …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
05/28/2017

This is a sample corporate employee handbook for under 50 employees.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Contracts Corporation Employee Handbook May 28, 2017 This is a sample corporate employee handbook for under 50 employees. Resource Details Interest Area: … in the local telephone directory or on the agency’s website at http://www.dfeh.ca.gov/. In addition, employees …
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