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Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
08/23/2023
2 pages

This resource includes sample conflict minerals reporting questions that an organization can ask its suppliers.

… and Contracts Conflict Minerals Reporting Questionnaire for Vendors August 23, 2023 2 pages This resource includes … they must report to the SEC on this topic, review this website: … and trade of conflict minerals by armed groups is helping to finance conflict in the Democratic Republic of …
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Mark Roellig and Marc Walters
07/01/2011

In case you haven’t heard, diversity and inclusion are essential to corporate legal teams. How to go about building such a team, however, may not be quite as obvious. From interns to sponsorships, this article provides an effective strategy for growing diversity and inclusion in your law department.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… mARC WAlTERS Building a diverse and inclusive legal team is essential to obtaining superior results and requires … Diversity commitment statement, and other similar public com- mitments to diversity and inclusion. Create a task … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
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Bird & Bird
02/03/2014

On 22 January 2014 the European Commission adopted a Recommendation with non-binding minimum principles for shale gas instead of the binding Directive as initially sought. Read this article to find out more.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Energy and Public Utility
Source: Resource Library
Region: Netherlands
… decline in gas revenues over the next decades, there is a greater potential relevance for shale gas in the future. … /DaXydmMQuQ 1 29 minutes ago 16/05/2014 Most read on our website right now: European Court's Google Spain judgement: … the Netherlands: Key industry updates http://www.twobirds.com/en/news/articles/2013/dutch/shale-gas... 1 of 4 5/16/14 …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
02/14/2013

This sample Software as a Service (SaaS) Agreement describes the service and obligations between the provider and subscriber. It includes terms for copy restrictions, web/mobile sites, security, data retention, reports, and confidentiality.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… This Master Subscription Agreement (“Agreement”), is entered into as of the date the last party hereto signs … have access to only those <Company> Services for those website domain(s) with sub-domain(s) (“Registered Unique … “About <Company>” page located at [http://www.<Company>.com/about] and a link to <Company>’s “Privacy Policy” page …
Articles
Bartosz Marcinkowski, Partner at Domański Zakrzewski Palinka (Meritas Member Firm)
05/31/2023

Meta was fined €1.2 billion on May 22, 2023 by the Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC) for breaching the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This article discusses some of the takeaways from the record-breaking fine.

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Region: Global, European Union, Ireland, United States
… May 22, 2023 by the Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC) for breaching the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation … the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This is the harshest penalty imposed to date under the GDPR. The … in the US. Notably, there are no deliberations on the NOYB website about the standard of data protection in countries …
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Rose Locke, Esq. and Curt Schatz, Esq., Mullins Lawyers, a member of Primerus
08/30/2016
3 pages

A crowd controller is a person who is hired at a public place for keeping order in or about the public place. This article addresses the issue of whether or not the crowd controller should be licensed.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: Australia
… Articles Hospitality ¦ Pubs: Is Your Crowd Controller Licensed? Author Rose Locke, Esq. … Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 www.primerus.com For assistance, contact: Chad Sluss Senior Vice President … Street Brisbane QLD 4000, Australia Tel: 61.7.3224.0222 Website: www.mullinslaw.com.au *Member of Primerus Mullins …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/01/2016
In virtually every case, a company will significantly benefit, both with respect to outcome and cost, by having someone in-house closely manage its litigation.
… Reduce Costs Brenda M. Cotter Publication Date: 10/01/2016 In virtually every case, a company will significantly … Dispute Resolution Source: ACC Docket … CHEAT SHEET Ready for battle. Litigation is a normal part of business practice, and requires the …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
06/20/2016

This is a sample RFP for IT services for a company committed to improvement of the environment through the integration of environmental performance considerations into the procurement process including planning, acquisition, use and disposal.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts RFP for IT Services (Data Comm Network) June 20, 2016 This is a sample RFP for IT services for a company committed to … preferable goods and services. ELECTRONIC TENDERING WEBSITE Company has a new website where tenders are posted. …
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James K. Cowan -- general counsel, Computer Resource Team, Inc., attorney, Flippin, Densmore, Morse & Jessee; and Laura Effel -- former general counsel, Garban Companies
03/01/2001

Need help advising nonlegal managers about the questions they should and -- more importantly -- shouldn’t ask job candidates? This article provides a handy checklist for them and a discussion of the relevant law for you.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… r^ r^ v_y Can I Asl< This Question? U r^ he hiring process is the first work­ place hazard facing employers. Many … with Disabilities Act—^Employment Provisions at www.acca.com/protected/legres/ada/fmbada.html. • Rodolfo A. Camacho, … • Equal Employment Opportunity Commission website at www.eeoc.gov. • RONALD M. GREEN AND RICHARD J. …
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Jan Dop, LL.M., Russell Advocaten B.V., member of Primerus
02/05/2017
2 pages

From July 1, 2016, every Dutch company with a minimum of 50 employees is required to have a whistleblowers regulation - a procedure on how to deal with internal reporting of suspicions of wrongdoing within a company. This article outlines what the regulations must contain.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Netherlands
… You Have a Reporting Regulation for Whistleblowers? This is Required from 1 July! (Netherlands) Author Jan Dop, LL.M., … Firms 171 Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Website: www.primerus.com For assistance, contact: Chad Sluss Senior Vice President …
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Jan Dop, Esq., Russell Advocaten B.V., Amsterdam, Netherlands
12/10/2015

This articles describes the criteria for a transfer of undertaking when planning a merger, acquisition or division of a business in the Netherlands.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Netherlands
… Firms 171 Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Website: www.primerus.com For assistance, contact: Chad Sluss Senior Vice President … witho ut any furt he r pro cee dings ) . Therefo re , it is im po rt ant to be aware of the crit e ria fo r a transfe …
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Thomas Schutte, LL.M., Russell Advocaten, B.V. - Member of Primerus
10/13/2016
3 pages

This article outlines the powers of the Works Council in The Netherlands on the grounds of the Works Councils Act (WOR) if the company is obliged to introduce the (reduced) two-tier regime.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Netherlands
… the grounds of the Works Councils Act (WOR) if the company is obliged to introduce the (reduced) two-tier regime. … Firms 171 Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Website: www.primerus.com For assistance, contact: Chad Sluss Senior Vice President …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Jan Dop, LL.M., Russell Advocaten B.V.
01/12/2018

In the Netherlands, employers are required to try and find placement for employees within the company before dismissal is enacted. This document helps discern if the same standards are applied to expats in foreign nations.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Netherlands
for employees within the company before dismissal is enacted. This document helps discern if the same standards … Firms 171 Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Website: www.primerus.com For assistance, contact: Chad Sluss Senior Vice President …
Articles
Marriott Harrison LLP, a member of Primerus International
05/28/2013

A brief review of a chairman's obligations under UK law in poll and proxy voting scenarios.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United Kingdom
… Firms 171 Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Website: www.primerus.com A Chairman’s Obligations – Polls & Proxies Marriott … Obligations – Polls & Proxies When a shareholder is required to appoint a proxy for an upcoming general …
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Gelske M. Speerstra, L.L.M., Russell Advocaten B.V.
01/03/2017
3 pages

It was customary for the employer to terminate the employment contract after two years of illness.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Netherlands
… Firms 171 Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Website: www.primerus.com For assistance, contact: Chad Sluss Senior Vice President … two years of illness. During these two years, the employer is obliged to continue to pay (part of) the salary of the …
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Reinier W.L. Russell, Esq., Russell Advocaten B.V.
06/16/2015
2 pages

This article points out the disadvantage of terminating a contract by electronic means in the Netherlands.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: Netherlands
… Articles Terminating Contracts by E-Mail is Not Advisable (The Netherlands) Author Reinier W.L. … Firms 171 Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Website: www.primerus.com For assistance, contact: Chad Sluss Senior Vice President …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Ynzie Kliphuis, LL.M., Russell Advocaten B.V.
01/12/2018

Learn more about the distinction of being a tenured residential and retail tenant and one without an agreement.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Real Estate
Source: Resource Library
Region: Netherlands
… Firms 171 Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Website: www.primerus.com For assistance, contact: Chad Sluss Senior Vice President … property enjoy security of tenure. Security of tenure is also regularl y invoked by parties that have not entered …
Articles
Jennifer Jaskolka, Jim Goh, and LaLonnie Gray
04/01/2017

Faced with looming sanctions and hefty fines, in-house counsel should carefully review the new Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) provisions in order to maintain a commitment to compliance.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… that an employer’s procedure for reporting injuries is reasonable; and (3) incorporate the existing statutory … recordkeeping data it col- lected from employers on its website in an effort to “name and shame” employers that … OSHA, and compliance. jennifer.l.jaskolka@xcelenergy.com Jim Goh is the managing partner of the Denver office of …
Articles
Paula Barrett, Dave Hughes, Jonathan Palmer (Eversheds Sutherland)
08/09/2023
4 pages

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (“DSIT”) in March 2023 published the Data Protection and Digital Information (No 2) Bill (“DPDI2”). DPDI2 aims to make a number of changes to the UK data protection regime.

This article discusses what this change actually means for business, both financially and legally.

Resource Details
Region: United Kingdom
… eCommerce Region: United Kingdom File eversheds-sutherland.com-The UK Data Protection and Digital Information No 2 Bill … changes to bring 4.7m of savings to UK businesses. That is the promotional campaign, in any event. Sounds delightful? … mean cookies could be set without seeking consent, but the website must give the web user clear information about how to …
Articles
Exterro, Inc.
06/22/2022
10 pages

This whitepaper developed by Exterro focuses on the responsibilities and requirements of basic principles of data privacy and how they can differ significantly across various jurisdictions as more and more states pass laws, and more and more regulations go into effect.

Resource Details
Region: United States
Audience: Mid-Career, New to In-House, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… consent to the collection of their data, to what it is used for, and how widely it is shared. Real-World Example In the … by design principles into how consumers interact with your website, app or products is fundamental to development. The …
Articles
Mark Roellig, Marc Walters
10/24/2011

This article covers why building a diverse and inclusive legal team is essential to obtaining superior results.

… covers why building a diverse and inclusive legal team is essential to obtaining superior results. Resource Details … the company. Communicate diversity and inclusion on your website One obvious but often overlooked way to communicate … Group. He can be contacted at mroellig49@massmutual.com. Marc Walters is a senior attorney at Microsoft …
Articles
Charles A. Volkert III, Esq.
03/15/2013
2 pages

Learn practical suggestions for making smart hires for your legal department.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: Resource Library
Region: Global
… HIRES By Charles A. Volkert III, Esq. Charles A. Volkert is executive director of Robert Half Legal, a leading … to provide referrals for top talent. #2 — Leverage your website. Job seekers who are really interested in your … Counsel, ©2013, Washington, DC, 202-293-4103, www.acc.com Robert Half Legal, 2884 Sand Hill Road, Menlo Park, CA …
Articles
Kenneth A. Cutshaw
04/01/2008

In-house lawyers are always searching for opportunities to streamline a process. Often, a streamlined process equates to efficiencies within the legal department and higher productivity of the in-house lawyers and paralegals. Read this article to find out more.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
Audience: Legal Operations
… lawyers and paralegals. streamlining the contract process is an area that can be considered for outsourcing. a December … relationship manager in the company—would access a secure website offered by the LPO company. That website would ask a … issues are raised to that level. sharing of information by com- panies is essential in doing business. The protection of …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Fieldfisher
08/01/2016

This is a sample form for self certification of the EU-US privacy shield

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: European Union, United States
1 person found this helpful.
… and Contracts EU-US Privacy Shield - Template Form for Self Certification Author Fieldfisher August 1, 2016 This is a sample form for self certification of the EU-US privacy … sector developed IRM, provide the mechanism's name and website (c) If certifying HR data, do you declare your …
Articles
By Marimar Perez-Cacheaux, Esq. and Ramon Concha, Esq.
03/06/2014

Mexico has many trusts that were created for foreigners to acquire and own real estate in the restricted zone (a strip of 50 kilometers – approximately 31 miles – along the coast, or 100 kilometers – approximately 62 miles – from the border). This article explains the process through which a foreigner names the person or persons who will replace him or her as trust beneficiary in the event of death.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Mexico
… Firms 171 Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Website: www.primerus.com The Importance of Designating Successor Trust … a Mexican bank (the “Trustee”), so that real estate is transferred to the trust and the foreigner, in his/her …
… from this flash poll provide some insights that COVID-19 is taking an emotional toll on the in-house community, but … of COVID-19. The full results are available on the ACC website . About ACC: The Association of Corporate Counsel … for in-house counsel.® For more information, visit www.acc.com and follow ACC on LinkedIn , Twitter , and Facebook . … …
… from this flash poll provide some insights that COVID-19 is taking an emotional toll on the in-house community, but … of COVID-19. The full results are available on the ACC website . About ACC: The Association of Corporate Counsel … for in-house counsel.® For more information, visit www.acc.com and follow ACC on LinkedIn , Twitter , and Facebook . … …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 11/18/2024
Outside GC Partners Anita Drummond and Lakshmi Sarma Ramani outline 3 key legal issues nonprofit organizations should consider when utilizing AI tools.

… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by ImageFlow / Shutterstock.com Artificial Intelligence tools and large language models … security and confidentiality  AI tools can be very useful for organizations that review, analyze, and evaluate large amounts of content. One example is organizations that determine whether a program is eligible …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/01/2019
The legal department should champion and lead innovation in new technologies, offering guidance that projects a path forward toward adoption of new technologies.
… technologies — and their implications for the business — is one such area. There is a side to our professional … For more resources related to technology, visit the ACC website and browse the Resource Library by interest area, or visit the networks page at www.acc.com/networks to see what’s coming up in the area of privacy …
Articles
05/19/2014

A member-submitted memorandum drafted to provide a non-profit organization's legal department a CASL overview.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Canada, United States
… act or conduct or any regular course of conduct that is of a commercial character, whether or not the person who … than any transaction, act or conduct that is carried out for the purposes of law enforcement, public safety, the … the message, the hyperlinks in the message to content on a website or other data base, or the contact information …
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