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Stephanie M. Cerasano and Joseph J. Lynett, Jackson Lewis P.C.
06/24/2017

This QuickCounsel suggests strategies for evaluating employee requests to telecommute as an accommodation, as well as factors to consider when allowing employees to work from home in the United States.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… P.C. June 24, 2017 This QuickCounsel suggests strategies for evaluating employee requests to telecommute as an … to consider when allowing employees to work from home in the United States. Resource Details Interest Area: … specific facts. For telecommuting requests, a key issue is whether presence in the workplace is an essential function …
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Rafael Sánchez, Bernardo Sada and Diego Medrano; Cuesta Campos y Asociados
06/15/2018

This article presents scenarios found in Mexican legislation, showing a clear tendency to hold individuals, either legal representatives, agents, partners, or shareholders, liable for the unlawful acts carried out by the entities that they own and/or represent.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Mexico
… Articles Lifting the Corporate Veil: Partners' Liability in Mexico Author Rafael Sánchez, Bernardo Sada and Diego … representatives, agents, partners, or shareholders, liable for the unlawful acts carried out by the entities that they … for the individuals and their assets was identified. This is how the term "corporate veil" came into place, determining …
Articles
Konstantin Mikov, PETERKA & PARTNERS
12/04/2014

Bulgarian legislation has a specific Law on Bank Bankruptcy (the "LBB") which in most of its aspects provides for specific rules derogating the bankruptcy rules for companies.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: Bulgaria
… Articles Bank Bankruptcy Proceedings in Bulgaria Author Konstantin Mikov, PETERKA & PARTNERS … (the "LBB") which in most of its aspects provides for specific rules derogating the bankruptcy rules for … expenditures, and may replace them at any time, etc. It is important to note that protection of the interest of the …
Articles
David Tournier, General Manager & Corporate Secretary, IFFCO Canada Enterprise
06/25/2017

In the first part of this Quick Overview, we examined how the feedstock of industrial projects in the United States should be procured so as to enhance bankability. In this third and final part, we address the purchase of the project's future production and other considerations that may affect bankability.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Canada
Audience: Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… Articles Industrial Projects in the United States: Three Milestones on the Road to … IFFCO Canada Enterprise Overview Project Finance is generally provided on a non-recourse or limited recourse … not play a central role in that context, it is essential for the project to be structured so as to secure a sufficient …
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Anshul Prakash, Partner, Khaitan & Co
09/11/2017

Indian employers, akin to their global peers, are increasingly realising the importance of a safe and amicable work-place - for all sexes. This requires a conscious policy directive aimed at preventing workplace harassment instances coupled with an institutional mechanism for redressal of complaints in a quick, transparent and just manner.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: India
… of Women at the Workplace-Primer and Best Practices for Employers in India Author Anshul Prakash, Partner, Khaitan & Co … of business being conducted or size of workforce. It is noteworthy that the Act covers actions of employees not …
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Cynthia A. Bremer, Monique Gougisha Doucette, W. Scott Hardy, and Hardy R. Murphy, Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak, & Stewart, P.C.
11/06/2017

Due to the potential of costly civil liability, employers should be proactive in preventing and responding to whistleblower retaliation claims. This Quick Overview will provide information as to create an encouraging, positive compliance culture, conducting effective investigations, and instituting some best practices to avoid and, if necessary, defend against claims of retaliation.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Articles Workplace Retaliation: Best Practices for Preventing these Common Claims (United States) Author … of costly civil liability, employers should be proactive in preventing and responding to whistleblower retaliation … Title VII Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 is just one of the many laws prohibiting retaliation. Title …
Articles
12/03/2013

This QuickCounsel reviews the intersection of franchises and labor law in the European Union, with particular focus on French law.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: European Union, France, Germany, Austria
… reviews the intersection of franchises and labor law in the European Union, with particular focus on French law. … Overview Extending commercial activity by franchise is not risk-free. If the franchise contract does not leave a … and following). In addition, the European Ethics Code for Franchising defines the franchise and its main aspects. …
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Mathilde Laidin and Romain Souchon
04/10/2014

Preemptive clauses allow a person or entity to acquire priority shares of a company before they are transferred. Although preemptive clauses can be embedded directly into the bylaws, drafters may also insert them into shareholders' agreements. This QuickCounsel will review the pertinence, validity, and effectiveness of such preemptive clauses under French law.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: France
… Articles Do preemptive clauses work in shareholders’ agreements? (France) Author Mathilde Laidin … AGREEMENTS From an objective standpoint : The clause is designed to fit with the shareholders' desire to increase … ( Article L.228-23 §5 of the Commercial Code provides for the nullity of a transfer of shares in fraud of an …
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Yann Richard & David Al Mari
04/24/2014

This brief resource (Quick Counsel) reviews the regime of compensation of post contractual non-compete clauses in employment contracts, as well as in a number of commercial contracts. It focuses on the rules applicable in France, while highlighting some particularities in other European countries.

… some cases, a compensation of the non-compete obligation is required. This QuickCounsel reviews the regime of … law, post contractual non-compete clauses must provide for a financial compensation. This is also the stance adopted … regularly upheld by the French Court of Cassation ( Cass. com., May, 5th, 2005, 02-19704 ). This warranty is legal by …
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Catharine Black Lipp João, law student at Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul and intern at Carvalho, Machado, Timm Advogados (CMT) and Rafael Louzada Nardin, law student at Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul and intern at Cabanellos Schuh Advogados Associados
06/25/2016

This Quick Overview seeks to clarify industrial property (a type of intellectual property) protection in Brazil , specifically the case of item I of Article 2 of Federal Statute 9279/96, related to the grant of patents of invention and utility models.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Brazil
… property (a type of intellectual property) protection in Brazil , specifically the case of item I of Article 2 of … exploitation of an idea in a certain territory for a limited period of time. Patents are divided into … invention , which are defined as follows: 1. Utility model is an innovation applied to an already existing equipment or …
Checklists
Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
09/25/2024
7 pages

Learn the steps in-house counsel should when an employee requests a religious accommodation.

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Region: United States
… & Stewart, P.C. September 25, 2024 7 pages Learn the steps in-house counsel should when an employee requests a religious … , Employment and Labor Region: United States … Be prepared for religious accommodation requests Learn steps that your … hardship to the employer Communicating the organization's decision to the employee or job applicant … Ogletree, …
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ONC Lawyers
08/15/2018

In China, establishing a well-known trademark is a tool that offers a much broader scope of protection to trademark owners than those offered by normal registered trademarks. Learn about how to take some next steps when applying for this status.

… 15, 2018 In China, establishing a well-known trademark is a tool that offers a much broader scope of protection to … Firms 171 Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Website: www.primerus.com For assistance, contact: Chad Sluss Sr. Vice President of …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
10/30/2014

Selected cases and materials related to arbitration.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… lose its force simply because the arbitration provision is mandated by a separate federal regulation. 9 U.S.C.A. § 1 … decision is in French. The full text is available on the website of the Federal Tribunal, www.bger.ch. 2 : In English … is available here: http://www.swissarbitrationdecisions.com/federal-tribunal-reaffirms-that-arbitration-clauses- …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/02/2019
This article is not intended to provide an exhaustive review of the entire Act. Nonetheless, it summarizes some of its requirements, together with a September 2018 amendment. While the Act goes into effect on January 1, 2020, it won’t be enforced until the Attorney General publishes regulations, which are not required by law until July 1, 2020; six months after the effective date.
… Privacy Trends: The California Consumer Privacy Act is a Harbinger of New Regulations Timothy Sesler Mark Diamond … personal information; and to not be discriminated against for exercising their rights under the Act. Personal … prominent “Do Not Sell” or “Opt Out” button on a company’s website. Creating data security and privacy controls In
Docket Article
Publication Date: 02/24/2017
Meetings are almost unavoidable — whether for projects, committees, office initiatives, clubs, or otherwise. So in an effort to once again spread the good word of productivity and efficiency that I’ve preached before in this space, let’s start with the basics.
… Date: 02/24/2017 Meetings are almost unavoidable — whether for projects, committees, office initiatives, clubs, or … management, there are moments at the office where time is needlessly wasted — even with the best intentions. In an … the  first  question you ask yourself. I’ve seen a photo online of a participation ribbon emblazoned with the words “I …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/23/2019
In this article, we will discuss what I have identified as six trends in what legal departments are focusing on right now when looking to technology to streamline their legal operations and service delivery.
… Privacy, and eCommerce Source: ACC Docket … Technology for in-house teams is a big focus right now in corporate legal circles. In  our … external counsel. Many legal departments have turned to online portals to help them manage their relationships with …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/25/2020
Whether it’s your first time as general counsel or your fifth time, it can be hard to figure out where to focus your attention. No doubt you will be called into countless meetings about impending decisions, most of which are tactical in nature. Don’t get so overwhelmed by the day-to-day agenda created by others that you miss setting bigger picture priorities.
… Docket … Art by F. P. Ardizzone.  fpaoloardizzone@gmail.com Whether it’s your first time as general counsel or your … of the organization where you should prioritize looking for risks and opportunities for improvement.   A chain is as strong as its weakest link In today’s interdependent …
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
12/28/2020

Understand the implications of the Brexit agreement of December 24, 2020 between the United Kingdom and the European Union.

… Resource Centre " (with a summary of the agreement's terms), by Morgan Lewis   3. Impact on Legal Services: " Legal services in the EU-UK trade and cooperation agreement: an initial … 2020, by Clifford Chance " EU-UK Trade Deal: What It Means for Post-Brexit Data Flows ", December 28, 2020, by Hunton …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/25/2022
Another generation of women will have to wait for gender parity. Learn why and what can be done in the meantime to hasten the pace in Caterina Cavallaro’s latest Positively Legal column with insights by GC Rachel Launders. #WellnessWednesday #womeninleadership #generalcounsel
… 05/25/2022 Another generation of women will have to wait for gender parity. Learn why and what can be done in the … and industry associations, commercial work (including buying properties for The Block ), technology arrangements, … Rugby League to the end of 2027. As a leader, Launders is “pretty good at focusing on the important issues and …
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01/23/2015

NEW COUNTRIES ADDED!!
This multi-PAK provides a high level overview of merger control, restrictive agreements and practices, monopolies and abuse of market power, and joint ventures in various jurisdictions. In particular, it covers relevant triggering events and thresholds, notification requirements, procedures and timetables, third party claims, exclusions and exemptions, penalties for breach, and proposals for reform.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, Mexico, Russia, United Kingdom, United States
… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … or any of its lawyers, unless so stated. This InfoPAKSM is not intended as a definitive statement on the subject but … by PLC. For more information about PLC, visit their website at http://www.practicallaw.com/ or see the “About the …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/26/2020
Opening up again is critical — when done safely. Our economies were never built for this. The pandemic kills people to be sure, but so do hunger and the crushing weight of collapsing finances. There is a balance to be found between opening up and avoiding the spread of the virus.
… Greg Stern Publication Date: 06/26/2020 Opening up again is critical — when done safely. Our economies were never built for this. The pandemic kills people to be sure, but so do … and Labor , Health Law Source: ACC Docket … We are now in the second most dangerous phase of the COVID-19 pandemic. …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
06/23/2016

This document is intended as an aid to assist entities in establishing an organizational code of conduct.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Conduct With Acknowledgment June 22, 2016 This document is intended as an aid to assist entities in establishing an … to be used verbatim but instead is designed as a template for organizations to use as they craft their code of conduct … number], via email at [email address], or via internet at [website address]. Statement of Company Core Values Company …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/01/2016
Whether you are a general counsel coordinating a global team, a subject matter expert coordinating with business and legal leaders in another geography, or headed abroad on an expat assignment, you’ve got some work to do if you want to maximize your effectiveness in China. While not comprehensive, these 10 items will get you started on the right foot.
… … Working across cultures and borders can be challenging for anyone in today’s global economy, but when you’re … (bilingual contracts are the best practice in most cases) is a worthwhile investment for anything you may need to … — if I want groceries to cook for dinner, I can order them online from half a dozen different outlets and have them …
Checklists
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
10/01/2004
17 pages

A toolkit designed to help company personnel understand the key provisions of the Company Services Agreement and to facilitate negotiation of these provisions, whether used as part of the CSA or as insertions to customer agreements.

… Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts Negotiating Toolkit for Key Provisions From the Company Services Agreement … AGREEMENT 1. Introduction. The purpose of this Toolkit is to help Company personnel understand the key provisions of … property. For example, if Company were to design a website for a customer using code that was copied from …
Articles
By Dr. Samuel Bussmann
03/06/2014

Many Swiss operations of international groups benefit from special tax regimes. Switzerland will introduce significant changes to these special tax regimes in order to be compliant with international standards and to maintain its attractiveness as a location for international business. This article is addressed to tax directors of international groups with operations in Switzerland.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Switzerland
… as a location for international business. This article is addressed to tax directors of international groups with … Firms 171 Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Website: www.primerus.com Switzerland: Significant Changes in the Tax Landscape …
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Selwyn Black, Esq., Carroll & O'Dea, Sydney, Australia
11/12/2015

This article discusses the Australian law implications of the acquisition of an Australian resident's shares of a non-Australian company by a European company.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Australia
… Firms 171 Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Website: www.primerus.com For assistance, contact: Chad Sluss Sr. Vice President of … Chapte r 6 of the Act. Howev e r, an exce pt io n to this is if the Target had an Aust ralian subsidiary com pany . If …
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Flavia Cantinho Pinheiro, Esq., Barcellos Tucunduva Advogados, a member of Primerus
03/09/2017
3 pages

This article highlights the most significant modifications to the Brazilian Corporation Law over the past 40 years.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Brazil
… Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 www.primerus.com For assistance, contact: Chad Sluss Senior Vice President … 01421-001 Tel: +55 11 3069 9080 Fax: +55 11 3069 9066 Website: www.btlaw.com.br *Member of Primerus 40 Years of … de Valo re s Mo biliário s – CVM (Security Exchange Co mm is s io n of Brazil), agenc y which ho lds the prim ary respo …
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.

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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 …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/22/2022
Employers can address conflicts and reap the benefits of a multigenerational workforce by following these tips. #ACCDocket #HR #humanresources #DE&I #ageism
… and Labor Source: ACC Docket … At first glance, diversity in age may seem like one of the easier challenges to navigate … generations. As workplace investigators, our office is seeing more and more conflicts involving generational disputes. For the first time in history, there are up to five …
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