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James A. Nortz
12/01/2019
2 pages

In this exclusive interview, Business Ethics Columnist James A. Nortz discusses the root causes of systemic corporate corruption and the measures Jerry Grisko, the CEO of CBIZ,and his company take to promote and ensure ethical business practices.

… Business Ethics: CBIZ CEO Shares His Passion for Ethical Excellence Author James A. Nortz December 1, 2019 … There has to be a tone from the top that reinforces there is no compromise when it comes to our val- ues. And, when you … more articles like this? Visit us online at www.ACCDocket.com. James A. Nortz FOUNDER & PRESIDENT AXIOM COMPLIANCE & …
James A. Nortz
07/01/2019
2 pages

Could you pass a “Business Law 101” quiz on morals? Business Ethics Columnist James A. Nortz gave a simple three-question quiz to graduate business students and almost all of them failed.

… more articles like this? Visit us online at www.ACCDocket.com. James A. Nortz PRESIDENT OPTIMAL COMPLIANCE & ETHICS … do not “own” corporations. Instead, they own stock, which is a contract with the corporation that provides them limited … corporation is formed, the first thing that must happen is for the incorpora- tor to appoint a board of directors. Only …
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Freya Smith
08/01/2016
2 pages

In this member profile, Freya Smith discusses how to build an in-house team from the ground up.

Resource Details
Region: Australia
Audience: New to In-House, Small Law Departments
… 18 VOLUME 26, ISSUE 1 – AUTUMN 2016 F reya Smith is a legal professional with a unique background. Still relatively new to her role as Legal Counsel for Asia Pacific at OFX, Freya is responsible for leading the … acla_journal_mar16.indd 18 4/03/2016 1:37 PM acla.acc.com 19VOLUME 26, ISSUE 1 – AUTUMN 2016 requires me to have …
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Craig S. Long
04/01/2009
2 pages

Columnist Craig S. Long provides firsthand advice as to how to cope with the transition to working as an in-house attorney in the must-read article.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… worse, I didn’t have a friend or mentor at my disposal. For better or worse, I was on my own. Fortunately, I was … was less than comfortable. a few years of experience, com- bined with a healthy amount of intro- spection, has … information with clients and business partners. This is particu- larly true if you work in a different geographic …
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Eric Ho and Theodore (Ted) F. Claypoole
12/01/2008

This must-read article provides an outline as to how to best handle IP assets.

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Interest Area: Intellectual Property
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… field all legal questions. you learn that your company is preparing to acquire a target with significant … establishing the business objectives and rationale for the deal help to prioritize which aspects of the IP … or more commercially valuable features of the target’s key com- mercial products or product lines. Proper claim coverage …
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James Nortz
03/01/2016

Just as a dog strains against its leash, constrained employees struggle against their shackles. Unleash them and reap the rewards.

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Source: ACC Docket
… on this article? Visit ACC’s blog at www.inhouseaccess.com/ acc-docket. Bill Mordan GENERAL COUNSEL AND COMPANY SECERETARY, SHIRE PLC bill.mordan@gmail.com My son is applying to college. If your child recently applied to a … made your hair stand on end. The application process for higher education in the United States is daunting, …
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Bill Mordan
03/01/2016

Bill Mordan's March Careerpath opines on the usefulness of brevity.

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Source: ACC Docket
… on this article? Visit ACC’s blog at www.inhouseaccess.com/ acc-docket. Bill Mordan GENERAL COUNSEL AND COMPANY SECERETARY, SHIRE PLC bill.mordan@gmail.com My son is applying to college. If your child recently applied to a … made your hair stand on end. The application process for higher education in the United States is daunting, …
Michael Caplan, Partner, Nikhil Shah, Consultant, and Catherine Gamble, Lawyer, Gilbert + Tobin
09/11/2020
3 pages

This article provides an overview of the Australian Government’s Cyber Security Strategy 2020, issued in October 2020. The article analyzes several of the 2020 Strategy’s key initiatives.

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Region: Australia
Audience: Deputy GC, CLO / GC, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… Strategy), with the stated aim of creating a “more secure online world for Australians, their businesses and the essential services … fit for purpose - the rapidly evolving ‘Infratech’ space is a great example of this. Of course, increased …
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Donald J. Detweiler, Matthew P. Ward, Merrick J. Benn
03/22/2023
2 pages

This resource from Womble Bond Dickinson provides frequently asked questions concerning the ongoing situation with the Silicon Valley Bank in California.

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Region: United States
Audience: Mid-Career, New to In-House, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… Member? Request a trial membership . … womblebonddickinson.com Bank Locations Silicon Valley Bank had 17 branches in … estimates it will be able to recover — and a certificate for however much is left beyond that. The advanced dividend is not yet known. …
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Erica Fischer, Charles Hooker, Alisa Key, Monique Liburd, Jack Wessel
10/17/2016

A panel of experts will discuss strategies and best practices for building and managing a trademark portfolio with a limited budget. The panel will address best practices related to clearance, filing, portfolio maintenance, and enforcement. The session will include a discussion of international searching and filing strategies and tips for prioritizing activities when expanding coverage of US trademarks into new geographies. The panel will review and discuss resources and tools available to assist with aspects of building and managing a trademark portfolio.

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Interest Area: Intellectual Property
Source: Meetings
… of experts will discuss strategies and best practices for building and managing a trademark portfolio with a … Audience Question: For those of you that are in-house, how is trademark work managed? Primarily by an in-house team … Enforcement Strategies How do you prioritize your online policing and enforcement efforts? Is it business led, …
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Peter O. Hughes and Deborah A. Keller
03/01/2002

Discusses how medical leave situations must be analyzed on a case-by-case basis and consider the ADA and state discrimination laws, as well as the FMLA. Also includes a checklist of considerations.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… ("R&D"), Dorothy Green, has been out on FMLA medical leave for almost 12 weeks for cancer treatments, but has already … reserved. March 2002 ACCA Docket 4 1 • l Peter 0. Hughes is a partner at Stanton, Hughes, Diana, Cerra, IVIariani & … matters. He is available at phughes@stantonhughes.com. Deborah A. Keller is associate general counsel at KPMG …
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James P. Barry and Robert J. Meyer
06/01/2003

This must-read article outlines liability issues that may arise for corporate counsel should their companies operate overseas, urges that companies assess their risk for such situations, provides guidance as to how to best minimize this risk, and more.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… Articles An Alien's Action for Tort: Potential Corporate Liability for Human Rights … the past their own citizens. Largely unnoticed by many com- two decades has been the transformation of the Alien … rights reserved. June 2005 ACCA Docket 2 3 James P. Barry is senior counsel litigation for International Paper Company …
Articles
04/18/2017

This Wisdom of the Crowd (ACC member discussion) is compiled from questions and responses posted by the IT, Privacy and eCommerce Network on their Forum. It addresses the use of indemnification provisions in Business Association Agreements (BAAs) in the United States.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… 18, 2017 This Wisdom of the Crowd (ACC member discussion) is compiled from questions and responses posted by the IT, … Wisdom of the Crowd Resource.)   Question: I am looking for insight to provide more context on industry standards … (CMS)/Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) website. The closer our BAA and/or the Covered Entity BAA is
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/01/2016
Ensuring that their leaders demonstrate global perspective and diversity of thought will be key to their success.
… SHEET Bust those silos. Reducing compartmentalization is key to integrating far-flung corporate wings, but this … neglect face time. Bring together global team members for in-person interaction — not the technological kind. Are … training sessions about cultural differences, as well as online learning opportunities to address this concept. Be …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/01/2015
Recent guidance from industry groups and regulators provides a framework for in-house counsel to answer two key questions: What should my company do to prepare for a data breach, and how can I help?
… from industry groups and regulators provides a framework for in-house counsel to answer two key questions: What should … Step two. Identify where the vulnerabilities exist. This is a complex and multilayered issue. Step three. Prepare and … the Fair Credit Reporting Act, the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act, the Privacy Act, the …
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10/18/2016
62 pages

This Essay examines the concerns of big data disparate impact through the lens of American antidiscrimination law—more particularly, through Title VII’s prohibition of discrimination in employment.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… biases from the decision-making process. But an algorithm is only as good as the data it works with. Data is frequently … corporation. CLR and the authors are solely responsible for the content of their publications. * Postdoctoral … It’s a Movement, FORBES (Nov. 20, 2013), http://www.forbes.com/sites/sanjeevsardana/2013/11/20/bigdata …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/08/2020
If the opportunity to head the legal department at a company that runs one of the most iconic western consumer brands in China didn’t arise last year, Joseph Chan would likely be thinking about how to spend his retirement after a successful career as a partner in a major US law firm.
in a major US law firm. Instead, he says he feels like he is embarking on a new career as chief legal officer of Yum …  (Aug. 2018). ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT  WWW.ACC.COM , WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR RESOURCES BY PRACTICE AREA OR …
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Krishna Y. McVey - managing attorney, labor and employment law group, Michelin North America, Inc.
04/01/2006

Those baby boomers just won't quit! Working, that is. What challenges face companies wanting to employ older workers? Some of the hurdles include planning for employees who want flexible schedules to meet family demands, as well as financial concerns such as social security earnings limitations.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… 31, 2006 Those baby boomers just won't quit! Working, that is. What challenges face companies wanting to employ older workers? Some of the hurdles include planning for employees who want flexible schedules to meet family … s is that th ere are ben efits for bo th employe es and com panies in t aking those steps . Here’s a q uick review of …
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Kerry B. Fisher
06/01/2001

A litigator turned ADR convert talks about the very strong merit behind this style of problem solving. It just may benefit your client, your department, and your career. And no, you won’t look wimpy for suggesting it to your boss.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… Articles ADR: It’s Not Just For Wimps Author Kerry B. Fisher June 1, 2001 A litigator … be of any value in a mediation setting. Keiry B. Fisher is a former Baltimore city prosecutor and has spent the last … Approaches to Solving Workplace Disputes" at www.acca.com/protected/pubs/docket/fmOO/disputes.html. • "Alternative …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
03/20/2017

This is a sample master license agreement for production use.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Use Master License Agreement March 20, 2017 This is a sample master license agreement for production use. Resource Details Interest Area: … Licensee the Licensee Data; (ii) provide telephone and online standard support, as well as periodic updates to …
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Global Legal Group
02/28/2024
278 pages

This guide covers injunctions, cross-border issues, disclosure and privilege, costs and funding, settlement and mediation, and arbitration in 29 jurisdictions.

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Region: Argentina, Austria, Belgium, Bermuda, Brazil, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Mexico, Netherlands, Nigeria, Philippines, Spain, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, United States, United Kingdom, Zambia, Zimbabwe
… Commercial Dispute Resolution Disclaimer This publication is for general information purposes only. It does not purport … Kingdom +44 207 367 0720 info@glgroup.co.uk www.iclg.com Strategic Partners Printed by Ashford Colour Press Ltd. … leaving a message in the contact section of a defendant’s website; and via a blockchain entry (i.e. “airdropping” a …
Articles
09/29/2006

Inter Alia (October 2006)

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… 2006 INTER Alia news, notes, & datebook information for the corporate counselor A delegation from China’s Hebei … future. With a population of 68 million, Hebei province is located in northern China and completely surrounds Bei­ … More information on MJP can be found at www.acca.com/php/cms/index.php?id=83. Washington Adopts MJP In-house …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
10/30/2014

To avoid potential liability for the conduct of international representatives, consultants, agents, or other third parties who interact with foreign government officials on the Company’s behalf (collectively “Intermediaries”), it is the Company’s policy to investigate the background and reputation of its prospective Intermediaries to give it a factual basis for concluding that the Intermediary will do so in a manner that fully complies with applicable laws and the Company’s Code of Ethics. This “due diligence’’ must take place before the Intermediary is retained and must be updated when extending or renewing an Intermediary’s contract.

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Procedures October 30, 2014 To avoid potential liability for the conduct of international representatives, … the Company’s behalf (collectively “Intermediaries”), it is the Company’s policy to investigate the background and … basis for concluding that the Intermediary will do so in a manner that fully complies with applicable laws and the …
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Wendy L. Werner
01/01/2013

This is an ABA article on management skills for lawyers.

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Articles Management Skills for Lawyers Author Wendy L. Werner January 1, 2013 This is an ABA article on management skills for lawyers. Resource … SKILLS FOR LAWYERS Wendy L. Werner a1 wendy@wendywerner.com Copyright © 2011 by American Bar Association; Wendy L. …
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Juli E. Greenberg
04/05/2013
3 pages

Due to a recent privacy update in Massachusetts, corporate counsel should review corporate data and collection policies related to the collection of ZIP codes in their states. Your policies may not be doing enough to keep you and customer information safe.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Oregon, Rhode Island, and Wisconsin.3 Corporate counsel for merchants in these states should review corporate data … such as to ship merchandise or for verifying identity in online transactions. BACKGROUND Section 105(a) of the Privacy … defined in section 2 of chapter 93A.” 1http://www.socialaw.com/slip.htm?cid=21967&sid=120 (last visited March 22, 2013) …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
06/26/2017

This is a sample computer and internet usage policy.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Internet and Computer Usage Policy June 26, 2017 This is a sample computer and internet usage policy. Resource … furnished to employees are Company property and intended for business use only. All electronic communications, … and read any data composed, sent, or received through our online connections and stored in the Company’s computer …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
10/17/2016

This is a panelist document list.

in Healthcare - Document List October 17, 2016 This is a panelist document list. Resource Details Interest Area: … List (DRAFT) What are value-based programs? / Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Web page hyperlink: … BMJ 2016;354:i3835 Web page hyperlink: http://www.bmj.com/content/354/bmj.i3835 HHS Office for Civil Right ramping …
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Simon Barker, Partner & Head of Intellectual Property, and Rhian Banks, Managing Associate - Solicitor and Chartered UK & EU Trade Mark Attorney, Freeths LLP
11/25/2020
3 pages

Intellectual Property (IP) rights post-Brexit are yet to be determined. In this article, learn more about how the United Kingdom (UK) and the European Union (EU) are handling these discussions.

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Interest Area: Intellectual Property
Region: European Union, United Kingdom
Audience: Deputy GC, Mid-Career, New to In-House
… 2020 Freeths LLP confirms that there will be no disruption for clients with EU trade marks or Community registered … UK trade mark. This will be free of charge; nothing is required of the trade mark proprietor to obtain the … but details of the newly cloned mark will be available online. Trade Mark owners can opt out of receiving a cloned …
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James A. Nortz
06/01/2018

Despite their possible shortcomings, performance metrics — including profit and loss — are vital to helping businesses track and report results to shareholders.

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Source: ACC Docket
… more articles like this? Visit us online at www.ACCDocket.com. James A. Nortz CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER CARESTREAM … her in. Instead, they waited in the hospital parking lot for an hour and a half. Were the emergency room doors blocked … taken a significant toll on businesses. When performance is judged by only one indicator — short-term profits — rather …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
11/03/2015

This Sample Policy outlines how to approach a billing schedule when engaging Outside Counsel.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Audience: Legal Operations
… Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts Billing Guidelines for Outside Counsel November 3, 2015 This Sample Policy … OUTSIDE COUNSEL 1. Billing Procedures - Fees for Services In matters that are to be billed based on the law firm’s … will not be accepted. Where more than one professional is involved in the same work project – such as writing a …
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