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Jane Ellis and Rob Smith, Assertia Pty Ltd
12/11/2014

Eighth edition of the Getting the Deal Through Anti-Corruption Regulation Guide, a volume that provides international analysis for corporate counsel, cross-border legal practitioners and business people.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: Australia
… Guide, a volume that provides international analysis for corporate counsel, cross-border legal practitioners and … Veirano Advogados CONTENTS www.gettingthedealthrough.com 1 Anti-Corruption Regulation 2014 Contributing editor: … Jr Miller & Chevalier Chartered Getting the Deal Through is delighted to publish the eighth edition of Anti-Corruption …
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Anne Dill and Angelique Lyons
05/01/2011

One word: statistics. Wait. Don’t run. Understanding statistics might reduce your company’s chances of facing a class action lawsuit. Identify high-risk areas in your employment activity records by analyzing the same data courts use to prove discrimination. Read this article to improve your chances with class action statistics.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… relied upon by plaintiffs to prove common- ality, which is one of the elements that must be established to proceed as … Bryan Cave LLP. She can be contacted at anne.dill@seaworld.com. ANGELIQUE LYONS is a partner at Constangy, Brooks & … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
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Global Legal Group
07/18/2024
348 pages

Get comprehensive guidance on fintech laws and regulations from 43 jurisdictions around the world.

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Region: Australia, Bahamas, Bahrain, Brazil, British Virgin Isles, Canada, China, Colombia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, France, Ghana, Gibraltar, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Isle of Man, Japan, Kenya, South Korea, Lithuania, Malaysia, Malta, Mexico, Netherlands, Norway, Philippines, Portugal, Romania, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States
… Japan, Kenya, South Korea, Lithuania, Malaysia, Malta, Mexico, Netherlands, Norway, Philippines, Portugal, Romania, …
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Global Legal Group
10/08/2024
266 pages

This guide covers legal issues, rules and developments regarding shipping law across a range of jurisdictions. Some topics covered include marine casualty, cargo claims, passenger claims, arrest and security.

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Region: Global, Angola, Argentina, Belgium, Chile, China, Cuba, Cyprus, Dominican Republic, Egypt, France, Ghana, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Israel, Japan, Malta, Mexico, Mozambique, Nigeria, Panama, Poland, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, Venezuela
… Greece, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Israel, Japan, Malta, Mexico, Mozambique, Nigeria, Panama, Poland, Singapore, South …
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Marc Gallardo, Lexing Spain
12/11/2014
9 pages

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

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Spain
… 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 … freely available. It can be accessed through the AEPD’s website at www.agpd.es. 28 Effect of registration Does an …
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Berry Jonk-van Wijk – Houthoff Buruma
12/31/2004

A product recall needs not be a catastrophe: when a product recall or corrective action is properly managed, brand reputation and customer loyalty will not be affected long term. Learn about best practice in this area.

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Meetings
Region: European Union
… a catastrophe: when a product recall or corrective action is properly managed, brand reputation and customer loyalty … of Europe www.prosafe.org Intertek RTC – www.intertek-rtc.com Foreword 3 ��������� This voluntary guide to carrying out … the notices there. The notice was also placed on the Boots website. Appendix I 27 Communication with customers Product …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 08/28/2023
Career path columnist James Bellerjeau explores different tactics and mistakes in-house counsel should avoid in order to successfully and discreetly undermine your colleagues. #ACCDocket #inhouse
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… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by Aleutie / Shutterstock.com You can go through life assuming people are basically … of all? Knowing that we could have avoided being played for a fool if only we were paying attention. One of the … ’s most-read articles, How to Tell If Your Coworkers is Undermining You — and How to Handle It with Grace , …
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Arindam Ghosh (Partner), Abhishek Dadoo (Principal Associate), Gaurav Malhotra (Senior Associate), Khaitan & Co.
02/14/2020

In this Quick Overview, we discuss the (often misunderstood) calculation mechanism for triggers of an indirect tender offer, and certain commercial matters worth considering at the time of structuring the overseas transaction.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Region: India
… (Senior Associate), Khaitan & Co. February 14, 2020 In this Quick Overview, we discuss the (often misunderstood) calculation mechanism for triggers of an indirect tender offer, and certain … shareholders of ListCo – such mandatory tender offer is commonly referred to as an ‘indirect tender offer’. In
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Darrel John L. Pae, ACC
08/21/2013

A review of some of the legal issues inherent in job title inflation, with a focus on apparent authority liability and employee misclassification.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… 21, 2013 A review of some of the legal issues inherent in job title inflation, with a focus on apparent authority … Source: Resource Library Region: United States … What is Job Title Inflation? This Quick Counsel, Part I of the … title inflation, including the risk of employer liability for employees' conduct through the doctrine of apparent …
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Darius T. Love and Alexandra A. Bodnar
12/15/2016

This Quick Overview shows how Internal investigations provide employers with an avenue to gather the necessary facts in an effort to get to the issue and resolve accusations of misconduct in the workplace in the United States.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Articles Conducting “Routine” Workplace Investigations in the "Not-so-Routine" World of Sports (United States) … As most employers are aware, today's employment landscape is largely defined by the constant interaction between … and objective manner to ensure equitable findings of fact. For in-house attorneys who represent professional sports …
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Alexandra A. Bodnar
05/13/2014

In this Quick Overview, in-house counsel can learn about the penalties of noncompliance when it comes to compensating workers at entry-level positions in the United States.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Industry Workers Author Alexandra A. Bodnar May 13, 2014 In this Quick Overview, in-house counsel can learn about the … being an employer in the sports or entertainment industry is that young, inexperienced people want to come work for you and are willing to do just about anything to get …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/12/2021
The legal department can make the sports industry safer for athletes, says Workplace Options GC Andrea Carska-Sheppard in this exclusive Q&A.
… Docket Article How General Counsel Can Prevent Abuse in Sports Association of Corporate Counsel Publication Date: … The legal department can make the sports industry safer for athletes, says Workplace Options GC Andrea … of Harassment and Abuse in International Sports ” is published in a special edition on Prevention of Abuse and …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/02/2021
Connecting with others can be more important for your health than exercise and nutrition.
… 09/02/2021 Connecting with others can be more important for your health than exercise and nutrition. Resource Details … I find that complicated enough! Let alone when you add in the aspects that balance the all-encompassing health: … While the tables are turning in our modern world, there is still not enough importance placed on our emotional …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/16/2020
To cope with the economic effects of the coronavirus, businesses need liquidity.
… Docket Article Monetizing Litigation Claims for COVID-19 Budget Constraints Andrew Lucking Dai Wai Chin … enlarge traditional debt facilities to finance operations in the face of business disruption and declining asset … by in-house counsel when weighing capital solutions. What is monetization? Monetization refers to the provision of …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 11/27/2017
In the wake of the Equifax security breach, it’s hard to find any in-house counsel who isn’t reviewing their respective company’s data security breach management response plan.
… Docket Article Yahoo’s 10K: Lessons on What Not to Do in a Breach Olga V. Mack Katia Bloom Publication Date: … company could have taken so many bad turns. Yet, Equifax is far from the only company that didn’t act in line with … of numerous excellent lessons and, in many ways, speaks for itself. To set the stage, Yahoo had  three large-scale …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 08/25/2022
Religious beliefs and how they are practiced in the workplace can potentially become an issue for employers after a recent US Supreme Court ruling. #ACCDocket #inhousecounsel

… Crowd: Implications of US Supreme Court’s Kennedy Decision for US Employers Association of Corporate Counsel Publication … ACC Docket … Artwork by create jobs 51 / Shutterstock.com The US Supreme Court’s decision in Kennedy v. Bremerton … with the impact on the workplace. An example of that is if an employee burns incense as part of a religious …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 11/09/2022
In workplaces where DEI is not taken seriously, consider these under-the-radar strategies to move the needle.
#ACCDocket #DiversityEquityInclusion #DEI
… Ortiz Publication Date: 11/09/2022 In workplaces where DEI is not taken seriously, consider these under-the-radar … Docket … Banner artwork by Seymont Studio / Shutterstock.com Although many people have embraced diversity, equity, and … Stealth diversity can build a platform of acceptance for diversity strategies, including enhancing representation, …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/07/2022
Caregiver, parent, and lawyer — in-house counsel Yosr Hamza shares her experiences in the hopes that others will learn the importance of DEI and why it’s important to share stories about your reality. #ACCDocket #DiversityEquityInclusion #DEI #careergrowth
… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by melitas / Shutterstock.com Cheat Sheet Not everyone will understand. Sharing your story is not about persuading everyone to agree with you. While it may sometimes be about advocating for something, such as law, sometimes a story is just one …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/04/2024
In today’s interconnected, tech-dependent economy, sharing data with third parties is unavoidable. To protect that data, in-house counsel routinely turn to contracts, often in the form of data processing agreements and information security addenda. Here are the crucial ways contracts can — and can’t — help secure companies’ data.
… tech-dependent economy, sharing data with third parties is unavoidable. To protect that data, in-house counsel … ACC Docket … Banner artwork by NTshutterth / Shutterstock.com Cheat Sheet Data dangers. Nearly a third of data breaches … is unavoidable. Data processing agreements. One vehicle for safeguarding data is the DPA, a contractual agreement …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/09/2024
Marketecture — a blend of marketing and architecture — frames technical complexities in terms of value, often using visual aids and a compelling narrative. Columnist Olga V. Mack explores how legal leaders can leverage marketecture principles to enhance their executive presence, foster engagement, and align their insights with organizational objectives.
… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by Gorodenkoff / Shutterstock.com I once had a conversation with a seasoned technologist I admire, someone whose knack for explaining complex systems has always impressed me. We … data infrastructure — into clear, engaging presentations is essential for reaching nontechnical audiences. By blending …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/01/2015
A day in the life of Julie S. Maresca, Senior Vice President and General Counsel at Motion Picture Licensing Corporation in Los Angeles, California.
… Docket Article Day in the Life: Julie S. Maresca Association of Corporate … 8:00 am Arrive in the office and the first thing I do is speak with my European colleagues and respond to emails … of their copyright law. Yesterday was consulation for Denmark. 9:00 am Meet with company VPs to share …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/13/2021
Cognitive bias is an inescapable part of being human. As a lawyer, it’s important to have a playbook to minimize its effects.
… Docket Article A Playbook for Overcoming Cognitive Bias Dean Dastvar Publication Date: 04/13/2021 Cognitive bias is an inescapable part of being human. As a lawyer, it’s … for all negotiations of a certain type and has buy-in from the stakeholders, who will be less likely to …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/01/2018
While there are many powerful reasons to implement strong internal compliance programs, the focus of this article is mitigating risk specifically created by external “bounty” programs. In that context, the more robust the internal compliance program, the less risk there is that an employee will go outside first to report a violation or potential violation.
… internal compliance programs, the focus of this article is mitigating risk specifically created by external “bounty” programs. In that context, the more robust the internal compliance … in one case awarding the individual tipster US$22 million for bringing what it called “well-hidden fraud” to the SEC’s …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/01/2018
This article will provide in-house legal counsel with information on OSHA compliance, injury recording and reporting criteria, how to handle an inspection, citation, and penalty, the contestation and appeal process, whistleblower complaints, and tips and strategies the civil litigator can employ in underlying civil litigation where the OSHA standards are at issue.
… Publication Date: 05/01/2018 This article will provide in-house legal counsel with information on OSHA compliance, … SHEET The first step. The first step in an OSHA inspection is the unannounced arrival of an OSHA compliance officer to … injuries and illnesses and to hold employers accountable for providing a safe and healthy work environment. The …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/07/2021
Remote work has increased employee burnout, but there are ways to eliminate everyday stressors.
… dear! Oh dear! I shall be too late!” - The White Rabbit in Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland The World Health … Rabbit in Alice in Wonderland , constant workplace stress is preventing us from switching off our stress response and … social interaction, and laughing.  Positive practices for beating burnout As we move back to a more structured work …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 01/03/2022
Build a top-down redundancy strategy that will protect the business across the APAC region, not just one local jurisdiction at a time. Bayer's David Blanco and Littler's Isha Malhotra, Trent Sutton, and Nancy Zhang suggest five questions to get started. #ACCDocket 
… Article 5 Key Questions to Formulate a Top-Down Strategy for APAC Layoffs David Blanco Isha Malhotra Trent Sutton … with asking the right questions. Hard choices. It's up to in-house counsel to ensure they examine not just who, but why … before going through with ending employment. Good business is strategic business. In-house counsel, as a critical …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 01/11/2023
Equity-based assets can be swapped in India — an important finance opportunity — just make sure you know the law. #ACCDocket #ACCIndia #MergersAndAcquisitions #M&A
… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by izzuanroslan / shutterstock.com Key highlights Share swaps are an increasingly popular financing mechanism for mergers and acquisitions in India.  In-house counsel … shares in a share swap structure, instead of paying cash, is subject to the preferential allotment provisions of the …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 01/26/2023
Amendments to Indian competition law double down on anti-competitive agreements #CompetitionLaw #AntiTrust #ACC #ACCDocket
… … Banner artwork by LightField Studios / shutterstock.com Key highlights: Anti-competitive agreements may be oral, … Commission of India has comprehensive penalty procedures for both individuals and companies. The enforcement regime of … Competition Act. 1. Main enforcement provisions The CCI is empowered under the Competition Act to regulate …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/09/2023
Why is legal privilege important for in-house counsel? Veronica Pastor, ACC's deputy general counsel and Amy Chai, ACC's director of advocacy, sit down to discuss how in-house counsel can balance the private interests of clients with the public interest in the rule of law. #ACC #ACCDocket #Inhouse
… Veronica Pastor Publication Date: 05/09/2023 Why is legal privilege important for in-house counsel? Veronica Pastor, ACC's deputy general … Docket … Banner artwork by 5 second Studio / Shutterstock.com Amy Chai is the Director of Advocacy at the Association …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/17/2023
Solaris Foundation General Counsel Andrew Bennett provides valuable tips for in-house counsel who need to build out an effective email retention policy. #ACCDocket #inhouse
… Docket Article 8 Helpful Tips for Implementing an Email Retention Policy Andrew Bennett … Docket … Banner artwork by Andrii Yalanskyi / Shutterstock.com Creating and implementing a policy for the retention and … and be more pleased with the result. 1. Litigation counsel is your ally When implementing an email policy, you’ll want …
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