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James A. Nortz
05/01/2018

We can compound our suffering by allowing daily stresses to cause excessive anxiety or, instead, we can strive to learn to respond to corporate life calmly and with level-headed composure.

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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 … three major TV networks at the time, I flattened my fanny for countless hours watching Bewitched, I Dream of Genie, … been many years since I last watched Kung Fu, but there is one episode that I’ve never forgotten, and provides a …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
10/04/2018

In an effort to protect personal data, Turkey has instituted sanctions that set out general principles to protect data and punish those who violate the law.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Turkey
… of Turkey and put into force on April 7, 2016. Afterwards; for the effective implementation of the said Code, the … control over the personal data and improve the protection online, European Data Protection Regulation 2 repealing … across the European Union as of 25 May 2018, therefore it is fair to expect some slight changes in Turkish legislation …
Articles
Luci Mumme, Partner, and Louise Russell, Special Counsel, Johnson, Winter & Slattery
03/01/2021
2 pages

This article provides insight into amendments made to the Work Health & Safety Act 2011 (Qld), which was amended previously to provide for the offense of industrial manslaughter. It was later amended in 2020 to cover the resources sector including coal. The piece also provides analysis and key issues for the 2020 amendment of the law.

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Interest Area: Health Law, Government
Region: Australia
Audience: Deputy GC, CLO / GC, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… Act 2011 (Qld), which was amended previously to provide for the offense of industrial manslaughter. It was later … manslaughter if: The maximum penalty for an employer is 20 years’ imprisonment or 100,000 penalty units … risks. How con�dent is the Company that, for example, online unsupervised training results in the worker fully …
Articles
10/07/2015

This article deals with resolving international disputes in Singapore.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Singapore
… a trial membership . … Page 1 of 4 This publication is made available for reference only. It is not to be construed as legal advice … enquiries on this publication, contact us at all@joylaw.com RESOLVING INTERNATIONAL DISPUTES IN SINGAPORE – 101 …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/29/2021
As more companies move to the cloud — or between cloud service providers — in-house counsel need to know the basics of the business and contract terms.
… move to the cloud — or between cloud service providers — in-house counsel need to know the basics of the business and … stay up-to-date on cloud developments. Cloud computing is one of the most significant IT developments in the last … on investments; it does not make much economic sense for every business to invest in underused IT resources. …

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Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/01/2017
Salesforce’s customer relationship management system is based on the cloud, allowing companies to access data from anywhere there is an internet connection. The idea, somewhat quaint now, hooked Ariker and she monitored job postings while working as a litigation lawyer, and later as a contract manager where she also managed intellectual property portfolios and patent programs.
… Salesforce’s customer relationship management system is based on the cloud, allowing companies to access data from … GENERAL COUNSEL, AND CHIEF OF STAFF SALESFORCE.ORG Back in 2000, the idea of accessing large amounts of data through … she remembers. Salesforce.org offers end-to-end solutions for nonprofits. It connects them with partners, supporters, …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/18/2020
Harold Federow discusses the IT, Privacy, & eCommerce Network.
… SEATTLE SEATTLE, WA, USA Chair background Harold Federow is a technology and IP lawyer. He is currently contract and vendor manager for the information and communications technology department … more about chapters and networks, please visit  www.acc.com/chapters-networks . … Harold Federow discusses the IT, …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/22/2017
I’m looking to staff up the legal department at my organization but I’ve never had to interview a candidate before. Everyone seems good on paper and I am not sure what the right interview questions are to tease out the ideal candidate. Do you have a list of questions you generally ask?
… Docket Article Ask Aliya: How to Find the Best Candidate for Your Law Department Aliya Ramji Publication Date: … Donna, Staffing up a small company or a small department is always a difficult task. Not only do you want someone who is smart and thoughtful in their work, but you also want to find someone you can …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
10/19/2015

This is a final paid sick leave checklist overview.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Final Paid Sick Leave Chart Overview October 19, 2015 This is a final paid sick leave checklist overview. Resource … Angeles, Calif. Mun. Code, ch. XVIII, art 6 July 1, 2015 for hotel employers with 300 or more guest rooms July 1, 2016 … 2006 California Hawaii Idaho Illinois Chicago Voted in a non binding referendum Indiana 2013 Iowa Kansas 2013 …
Articles
Kenneth A. Cutshaw - executive vice president and general counsel, Cajun Operating Company, d/b/a Church's Chicken
06/01/2009

The apparent pluses of outsourcing are cost efficiencies, preservation of time and speed of services. But a CLO must weigh the positives with the negatives.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… column regu- larly, you may be convinced that outsourcing is one of the great- est gifts to CLOs. yes, there are many … the positives with the negatives. I’ve often heard that for every ocean you cross, you have to add at least an extra … Have a comment on this article? Email editorinchief@acc.com The Perils of Outsourcing By Kenneth A. CutshAw Kenneth …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
02/09/2017

This is a sample letter of agreement between a hotel and company.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… and Contracts Letter of Agreement February 9, 2017 This is a sample letter of agreement between a hotel and company. … [DAY], [DATE] to [DAY], [DATE] Dear [NAME]: Thank you for selecting [HOTEL FULL NAME] (“Hotel”) as the site for … full Terms and Conditions apply and may be viewed at [WEBSITE URL]. FORCE MAJEURE: The performance of the agreement …
Articles
Bröderman Jahn, Hamburg, Germany, Member of International Society of Primerus Law Firms
05/14/2020
5 pages

Incoterms, or International Commercial Terms, are a set of pre-defined terms published by the International Chamber of Commerce for international trade. In this article, revisions from the newest edition are explained for the international in-house counsel.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Region: Global, Europe
Audience: Large Law Departments
… Firms 171 Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Website: www.primerus.com INCOTERMS 2020: Revision of an Indispensable Tool in … evolving practices in international trade. Their knowledge is essential for the internationally acting business lawyer. …
Articles
07/01/2017

A sampling of surveys reveals what in-house counsel think about employee recognition, career development, and the path to leadership.

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Source: ACC Docket
… Not an ACC Member? Request a trial membership . … Value is a virtue … Twenty percent of respondents to the Global … that they “strongly agree” that they receive recognition for the work that they do on a regular basis. Conversely, … see this 10 ASSOCIATION OF CORPORATE COUNSEL WWW.ACC.COM/SURVEYS www.ogletree.com LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT LAW …
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 …
Benchmarking and Research Data
Steffen Tampe, Claudia Georgi, Tina Todorovic
05/30/2010

This survey identifies “best practices” concerning the organisation, processes and IT tools of Contract Management in companies within Europe. In doing so, we want to support you in determining and selecting the best approach to Contract Management in your enterprise or department.

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Source: Resource Library
… and Information Technology 30 6.1.6 Expert Recommendations for Contract Management Projects 31 Contract Management 2010 … Management 2010 | Survey4 Preface Contract Management is key. With enterprises becoming ever more global, … T +49 172 6767419 steffen.tampe@bearingpointconsulting.com Claudia Georgi, Manager, Germany T +49 172 3952736 …
Articles
Joseph C. Hutchison
04/28/2006

A strong and effective compliance program can be crucial to persuading the prosecutor that your company does not deserve prosecution. If your program is like most programs, the prosecutor is likely to treat it skeptically. Most compliance programs are designed to help prevent an attack, not to help defend the company when authorities raid the company. This article will show you how to strengthen your compliance program against that day.

… Articles The Acid Test for Your Compliance Program Author Joseph C. Hutchison April … your company does not deserve prosecution. If your program is like most programs, the prosecutor is likely to treat it … the pros- ecutor is likely to treat it skeptically. Most com- pliance programs are designed to help prevent an attack, …
Articles
Bill Mordan
11/01/2010

Predicting consumer trends with social media is arguably very similar to predicting the movement of a swarm of locusts. If possible, how could this information affect your legal department?

… 1, 2010 Predicting consumer trends with social media is arguably very similar to predicting the movement of a … the mass, bringing it to a new location without warning. For a swarm, there is no planning, no decision and no … on this article? Visit ACC’s blog at www.inhouseaccess.com/articles/acc-docket. bill mordan is senior vice president …
Program Materials
Martín Castro
06/02/2015

This session discussions include issues around contractual and entity structure, import/export considerations, transparency risk and the impact of current events and trends in these areas.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Meetings
… President of ACC Argentina Chapter https://ar.linkedin.com/in/martincastro LATAM - Ease of doing business ranking … (ii) defined rights/obligations, risk sharing; (iii) rules for investors taking security interests and compensation … database – World Bank Group •  Tips: –  Latin America is not one country, not even the Spanish ones –  Personal …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/25/2021
Remote working has opened the door to innovative technology - and its pitfalls. Legal ops professionals need an actionable roadmap to help their teams succeed.
… Adapting to remote work during the pandemic spurred a need for technological transformation, including bringing … artificial intelligence (AI). The scope of corporate risk is shifting as well. As these factors collide, in-house legal … operations practitioners are responsible for obtaining buy-in from senior leaders and bringing them along the …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 08/01/2016
In our professional lives, while it’s important to work on personal goals and invest in the work that we do as individuals, it’s more important, in my opinion, to invest in those we lead.
… your world awareness through travel, volunteering for an organization whose mission you support, or simply … to invest in those we lead. I believe investing in people is essential to the health of your organization, and it’s … and information on how to manage your public self, online. If you’re looking for additional resources, check out …
Articles
Michael Tamvakologos, Seyfarth Shaw
06/01/2018

This paper gives valuable insight, based on a depth of experience and keen observation, into the representative business models prevalent in the labour and employment field in Australia.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Australia
… Some facts have been changed and identities not disclosed for legal reasons. Understanding the business of employee litigation www.seyfarth.com/australia ©2016 Seyfarth Shaw Australia | i What industry … the strategy, tactics and drivers of the other side is important. This appreciation can help a party know what is
Articles
James J. Dixon, Dorothy Black Franzoni, Craig A. Johnson, Robert K. Temple and Charles W. Whitney
09/01/2013

When it comes to supervising an electric power construction project, the role of the in-house lawyer is manifold. He must provide legal advice and support to the senior executives considering the project, and the project manager and other internal stakeholders who execute the project. He must build trust with the project team and support them in a way that gets the project completed on time and under budget. Using a hypothetical scenario, this article highlights best practices for managing power projects.

… construction project, the role of the in-house lawyer is manifold. He must provide legal advice and support to the … of Energy Services Companies. dixonj@coedenergy.com Dorothy Black Franzoni, a partner in Sutherland Asbill & … ACC hAS MORE MATERIAL ON ThIS SUBjECT ON OUR wEBSITE. vISIT WWW.ACC.COM, whERE yOU CAN BROwSE OUR …
Articles
Marc Barennes, Legal Secretary, General Court of the European Union, and Pascale Hecker, Legal Secretary, General Court of the European Union
09/19/2014
25 pages

This article discusses efficient brief drafting techniques in direct actions brought before the General Court of the European Union in the field of competition law.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: European Union
… cases Doctrines l Concurrences N° 4-2012 www.concurrences.com Marc BARENNES marcbarennes@gmail.com l Legal secretary, … 1. As observed by an experienced American litigator, 1 it is more than likely that, when reviewing a brief, “ the last … the European Commission (hereinafter “Commission”) on its website, the total amount of "nes imposed on undertakings …
… Events Life in a Post-Chevron World: What to Watch for in this New Era Available On-Demand - Publication Date: 10/03/2024 60 …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/06/2024
Take a look at some insights from influential in-house leader Malcolm Haack, group general counsel and chief compliance officer at Orica in this ACC InConversation. #ACC #InConversation #GC
… Details … Banner artwork by SFIO CRACHO / Shutterstock.com “Everyone has their own journey. I think we can all … to do next, as he knew working in the hair industry wasn’t for him long-term. “I ran into an old friend who had just … back to in-house practice. “The in-house environment is much more suited to who I am — working hand-in-hand with …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 08/12/2024
Ever wondered what happens when law enforcement shows up unannounced with a search warrant? From training lessons to mock drills and handy checklists, learn how a proactive approach can safeguard your company’s interests and maintain compliance. #ACC #ACCDocket
… and Bildagentur Zoonar GmbH / Shutterstock.com In this three-part series, you will learn how to best … to additional requests outside of this scope. Preparation is key. When a search warrant is executed, your employees are … up and down the West Coast. You are primarily responsible for negotiating many of the company’s agreements, including …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 11/12/2024
State Farm Counsel Phelan Simpkins and Ryan N. Phelan, IP partner at Marshall, Gerstein & Borun LLP, offer best practices to protect company IP by enhancing enforceability and reducing the risk when filing a patent claim.
… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by Diki Prayogo / Shutterstock.com In the intellectual property realm, divided infringement, … claim, but no single party performs every step. This issue is most common in method or process patents and particularly … systems where different entities may be responsible for distinct aspects of an invention. For patent owners, …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 08/09/2021
You’re not the only lawyer struggling with mental health issues. Here’s how to break the stigma to get your life back on track.
… Ignoring legal workplace stressors can suppress excellence in outcomes and intensify illness. Reducing stigma. The … so more attorneys to access these free services.  Hope for the future. With LAPs, we have the capacity to create a … A works in a toxic environment and feels as though she is swimming in a circle — slowly going under after a messy …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/19/2022
Rodolfo Ibarra, legal counsel and Rafael Juárez, junior counsel, both of Syngenta, highlight the importance of personal data and surprising places you may find it in your organization.
… of personal data and surprising places you may find it in your organization. Resource Details Interest Area: … only they can decide whether their data can be used and for what purpose. The owner has ARCO rights (Access, … Opposition to the publication of PD).  In many cases, it is enough to adapt and implement a privacy notice that …
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