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Learn about Argentina's regulations with regard to ESG which aim to improve environmental and social practices in sustainable mining.

A Superior Court judge in California finds that the state's law mandating diversity on corporate boards is unconstitutional. Read the details in this article.

Learn about the European Commission's new Standard Contractual Clauses which are effective as of December 2022, and the outlook for trans-Atlantic data transfers.

Learn about 3 approaches to the People's Republic of China's recent regulations on outbound data transfers: statutory, legislative techniques, and countermeasures.

Learn about key issues of personal information compliance in employment and China's Personal Information Protection Law, enacted in late 2021.

Learn about the risks and key takeaways regarding Generative AI in Singapore, as discussed in a paper released by the Infocomm Media Development Authority.

Learn about the European Commission's July 10, 2023 confirmation of the EU-US Data Privacy Framework, and its possible upcoming implications.

Learn about recent cybersecurity and data protection legislation in China and related security assessments, certification or standard contracts, and restrictions.

Learn about how to navigate uncertainties regarding the EU-US "agreement in principle" on the data privacy framework announced in March 2022.

Learn about approaches to cross-border transfer of Chinese personal information under the latest Chinese security measures and certification specifications.

Learn about the suggestions by European lawmakers to regulate windfall profits in the electricity markets in the EU and member states.

A guide to managing a corporate legal department. Provides guidance on managing employees, managing outside counsel, financial matters, records retention, and the use of metrics.

Legal Operations can transform the practice of law, but only if everyone embraces It.

Internal rotation programs are becoming a creative method to retain and reward top talent. Find out if this model could work for your company.

Learn how to field compliance issues in an environment where there are no supporting compliance resources available. Learn to recognize ethical pitfalls of fielding compliance issues while operating in dual capacities (as general counsel and compliance officer).

These guidelines apply to all beer-branded advertising and marketing materials created by or under the control of the Brewer.

The most effective way to stop litigation claims from falling on your desk is to avoid the dispute altogether. While this may not always be possible, in-house counsel would be wise to follow these 10 preventative steps that will help ensure you never have to step into a courtroom.

It’s no secret that corporate crises are fast becoming “the new normal” for companies around the globe. With a seat at the executive table, in-house counsel can capitalize on this platform to become ethical gatekeepers for the company and minimize the liability of an unexpected crisis.

Sparked by recent technological advancements, lawmakers in the European Union have had to enact new legislation to protect against the unauthorized use of personal data

Rising interest in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programs has translated into an increase in the number of companies opting to create their own foundations. The foundation becomes a direct channel for the company’s CSR efforts. Learn best practices for starting a foundation.

The proverbial gauntlet has been thrown down — law departments are increasingly challenged to be more service-oriented and less costly. It may sound like an impossible task and for some, it may well be. But there’s another possible solution: off shoring.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.