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Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/01/2021
Mediation is not litigation nor is it a zero-sum game. Although it is a less expensive and more efficient path to resolve conflict than litigation, it is often misunderstood and undervalued.
… Rachel A. Gupta Publication Date: 06/01/2021 Mediation is not litigation nor is it a zero-sum game. Although it is a … the best mediator, consider the specific issues and needs for the case — not just the popularity of the mediator. … When I reflect on the mediations I participated in as an advocate or party representative, I realize now as a …
Articles
04/04/2017

This Wisdom of the Crowd / Member discussion, addresses the concerns associated with a company allowing independent contractors to appear as representatives of the company at customer sites. This resource was compiled from questions and responses posted on the forum of the Employment & Labor Law ACC Network.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… quoted below prior to publishing their eGroup Comments in this Wisdom of the Crowd resource.)   Question: My company … 2: We recently had someone request company business cards for a contractor because he thought it was awkward to have … took our advice. To help convince your team that this is not the way to go, you might try providing the laundry …
Articles
02/01/2016

This Wisdom of the Crowd, compiled from questions and responses posted on the Employment & Labor Law Forum, addresses how to handle the situation when an employee fails to return the company's equipment.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
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… Articles Deducting From or Withholding Final Paycheck for Failure to Return Equipment February 1, 2016 This Wisdom … quoted below prior to publishing their eGroup Comments in this Wisdom of the Crowd resource.) Question: I quickly … in working order."). What do most companies do here? Is that language meant to be a deterrent? Practically, I am …
… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by Molas Photos / Shutterstock.com We are extremely grateful for new beginnings, opportunities, and new perspectives in … of the in-house journey "The best thing you can do is to become highly valuable to your organization starting …

What to Expect in 2024 (Dec 6, 2023)

What to Expect in 2024 (Dec 6, 2023) a.ouko@acc.com
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There have been a significant number of federal, state, and local employment developments over the last year. Join Jackson Lewis P.C. attorneys Jody Mason and Kristina Vaquera as they highlight what employers can expect in 2024, including with respect to pay transparency and equal pay, privacy, paid and unpaid leave laws, new bans on non-competes, laws related to accommodations, and other hot topics.

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… Events What to Expect in 2024 (Dec 6, 2023) Available On-Demand - Publication Date: … Kahn Mason Principal Jackson Lewis Jody.Mason@jacksonlewis.com Kristina H. Vaquera Office Managing Principal and Office … Manager Jackson Lewis Kristina.Vaquera@jacksonlewis.com … What to Expect in 2024 (Dec 6, 2023) …
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Diane Gilhooley (Eversheds Sutherland)
08/09/2023
3 pages

The article provides a summary of seven United Kingdom bills that seeks to provide for new employment rights.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Region: United Kingdom
… and Labor Region: United Kingdom File eversheds-sutherland.com-Keeping track new employment legislation changing … (except for neonatal leave and pay) where employment law is a devolved matter. The new legislation Private Members’ … Please refer to the full terms and conditions on our website. Diane Gilhooley Partner +44 161 831 8151 +44 161 831 …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/03/2019
If you truly aspire to be a leader, you need to make developing a diverse and inclusive culture as important as any other operational and leadership action you take to drive performance.
… who understand cultural differences can greatly assist in negotiating legal issues from different nationalities and … decision-making groups outperform homogeneous groups. For example, companies with the highest percentage of women … committed to diversity and inclusion? My personal success is closely correlated to advancing diversity and inclusion …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/01/2018
How do we overcome this onset of boredom, this lack of enthusiasm? How do we change our rut into a groove? I think the answer is to change our life’s soundtrack. We can do that by trying something new.
… How do we change our rut into a groove? I think the answer is to change our life’s soundtrack. We can do that by trying … with excitement. I recall attending the birthday party for a friend’s one-year-old daughter many years ago. The … whose TED Talk on body language was one of the most viewed online talks of all time. And that was my first introduction …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/01/2017
I think it is important for board directors and corporate leaders to face reality. Either acknowledge that their CCO is merely heading another corporate function with narrow responsibilities, or (and I prefer this option) empower them to also provide oversight for all corporate functions that manage legal and ethical risks.
… Jim Nortz Publication Date: 09/01/2017 I think it is important for board directors and corporate leaders to face reality. … investigations of employee misconduct; and, Providing online and live compliance and ethics training programs on …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/24/2017
Poor or careless communications can affect the company’s reputation and compromise competitiveness. They can expose the company and individuals to civil or criminal liability, and negatively impact the company’s position in lawsuits and investigations.
… Docket Article Did We Say That? Taming Communications for Litigation Spiwe L. Jefferson Publication Date: … litigation resulting from an office party, the team is back to tackle runaway communications that have created … training and reminders should be ongoing. Creating online modules that automatically prompt employees in the …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 01/03/2023
Learn multiple ways technology-enabled legal-systems can be innovative for legal departments to add economic value and readiness within companies. #ACCDocket #inhousecounsel
… ways technology-enabled legal-systems can be innovative for legal departments to add economic value and readiness … ACC Docket … Banner artwork by Stokkete / shutterstock.com Still facing uncertainty after years of upheaval, company … on the promise of state-of-the-art legal practices.   This is especially true when technology opens a plethora of …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/07/2021
Use these tips to stay on top of vendor relationships so you can protect your company’s future.
… ACC Docket … Keeping supply chains running smoothly is vital for most organizations, but it can made difficult with all … decision-making processes.   Look for software that offers online discussion boards and built-in collaboration tools. …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/21/2021
For Cybersecurity Awareness Month, KnowBe4 General Counsel Alicia Dietzen urges corporate counsel to take the lead in protecting their company.
… Cyberspace Alicia Dietzen Publication Date: 10/21/2021 For Cybersecurity Awareness Month, KnowBe4 General Counsel … Privacy, and eCommerce Source: ACC Docket … October is not just a time to enjoy cooler weather and seasonal … Awareness Month is to bring attention to the importance of online security to our nation. This year’s theme, selected by …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 01/05/2022
Bookmark Invocon GC Maryrose Delahunty's reading recommendations if you’re looking for inspiration, information, and new knowledge. #ACCDocket
… Docket Article Small Law: Food for Thought Maryrose Delahunty Publication Date: 01/05/2022 … book. As a book person, I haven’t been able to resist one online forum for book lovers: Goodreads .  Goodreads allows … before we’ve really made an effort to understand what is being said. With colorful anecdotes and settings, …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
02/10/2017

This is a sample sales agreement between a hotel and group.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Group Hotel Sales Agreement February 10, 2017 This is a sample sales agreement between a hotel and group. … RATES The Hotel confirms the following guest room rates for [EVENT NAME]: Park Room: $[DOLLAR AMOUNT] Net, … bonus miles. Additional information can also be found at [WEBSITE URL]. The above concessions will be extended based on …
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Meritas Law Firms
05/21/2020
6 pages

In this article, in-house counsel can learn more about investing in businesses based in South Africa and developing commercial relationships. This resource was published by Meritas in 2017.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Region: South Africa
… Articles Africa-A Legal Guide for Business Investment and Expansion: South Africa Author … PROFILE: MACROBERT INCORPORATED ATTORNEYS MacRobert Inc is a national law practice in South Africa with offices in … specific practice areas and lawyers, kindly refer to our website: www. macrobert.co.za or Meritas website: …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/01/2015
Knowing that your witness can make or break a case and, depending on the type of case, cost your company millions of dollars, you need to ensure that you have a pool of knowledgable and competent witnesses at your fingertips. You need to do what you can to avoid that bad deposition that will haunt your company for years to come and bind the company to that testimony.
… Docket Article Dealing the Best Deck: Succession Planning for In-house Witnesses Kristen E. Dennison Publication Date: … deposition. Attitude. Perhaps a witness feels the company is not treating him right. Someone who may be hostile toward … To properly implement a witness-succession plan, it takes buy-in from upper management to establish proper incentives …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/13/2022
Know how to guide HR in investigating workplace issues. #ACCDocket #employment
… Parker Publication Date: 06/13/2022 Know how to guide HR in investigating workplace issues. #ACCDocket #employment … investigation and consistent enforcement, are imperative for employers to foster a respectful, civil, and legally … privilege will be lost if the investigation is disclosed as evidence of a prompt remedial response. …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
10/21/2016

This is a sample services agreement between a company owner and architect.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Between Company Owner and Architect October 21, 2016 This is a sample services agreement between a company owner and … Consultant" means a consultant engaged by the Architect for a Project with the consent of the Owner. 1.04 … shall not list or name the Owner in the Architect's website or in its marketing materials or use any pictures of …
Articles
AccessData Group
09/01/2014

The question is no longer if your network has been breached, but the number of times you have been unknowingly breached and the extent of the damage already done. As a result of this evolution it is imperative that an organization be able to establish in real-time if a threat is part of a disruptive-attack or a cyber-crime.

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Source: Resource Library
… Articles Who is Guarding Your Digital Back Door? Author AccessData Group … information or credit/debit card numbers are found already for sale on the Internet black market — businesses are now … eradicates cyber threats. Learn more at www.accessdata.com/resolution sponsored content graciously presented by …
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Christopher F Dekker, Kip T. Bollin and Nicole K. Wilson
07/01/2010

Mass tort litigation defendants need to have each other’s backs — the common interest privilege allows them to communicate securely, pool resources and drive down costs, promoting fairness for the parties and in the court. This article ad- dresses the murky law of various jurisdictions, and offers key joint defense concepts that are applicable everywhere.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… by several hundred plaintiffs. You are told that this is the first wave of lawsuits and that hun- dreds, if not … writing? Those courts that have expressly considered the com- mon interest privilege have agreed that all parties must … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
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Emily Neisloss Roisman and Michael Hobbs
07/01/2012

Accidents happen. And when they do, a waiver may determine whether or not your company is held liable. Recent court cases, however, suggest that waivers executed by parents on behalf of their children are unenforceable in certain states. Learn why and where these agreements fall short, and what you can do to further protect your company.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… do, a waiver may determine whether or not your company is held liable. Recent court cases, however, suggest that … Committee. She can be contacted at eroisman@feldinc.com. MICHAEL HOBBS is a partner at Troutman Sanders LLP. … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
12/23/2015

This is a sample severance agreement setting out the terms of the benefits provided by the employer in exchange for claims relinquished by the departing employee.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Agreement and General Release I December 23, 2015 This is a sample severance agreement setting out the terms of the benefits provided by the employer in exchange for claims relinquished by the departing employee. Resource …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/06/2019
As with many things in our legal world, the answer here is both simple and frustrating: It depends. Many factors come into play. It may depend on the company profile — its size, business area, level of regulation, governance structure and priorities, budget, management practices, and so on. It also depends on the individual professional perspective — duties, skills, professional and educational background, career aspirations, and talent.
… Garcia Publication Date: 07/06/2019 As with many things in our legal world, the answer here is both simple and frustrating: It depends. Many factors come … assistant to a board advisor and point of contact for shareholders. Know-it-all. A corporate secretary should …
Articles
Carolyn Boyle
06/01/2013

This article discusses the judgments recently passed by several European courts in cases that involve age discrimination.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Austria, Denmark, European Union, Israel
… position. The court held that in cases where there is only one applicant for a role, or where only one candidate … to assess their situation against that of a hypothetical com- parator. In this case, it concluded, the plaintiff had … topics can be accessed at the International Law Office website by inputting the five-digit reference number at …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/04/2019
Obtaining a fintech charter is the newest option to implement a payment service, with perhaps the greatest potential to transform the abilities of your company. Yet this option comes with the greatest uncertainty.
… Publication Date: 05/04/2019 Obtaining a fintech charter is the newest option to implement a payment service, with … CHEAT SHEET Three tracks . There are three viable options for implementing a payment service: partnering with an … the AUSTRAC Business Profile Form available on AUSTRAC’s website. This is a paper-based process that usually takes …
Benchmarking and Research Data
10/19/2009

Results of the survey, including information on motivation, background and mentoring programs.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Answer Options Response Percent Response Count [fill-in answer] 100% 209 answered question 209 skipped question 16 2. What is your position? [fill-in answer] 100% 209 answered question … Extremely Important Rating Average Response Count Passion for the law 7.1% (13) 26.4% (48) 43.4% (79) 23.1% (42) 2.82 …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
05/19/2015

This is a sample regional communication regarding conflict of interest.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Resource Library
… Contracts Regional Communication Example May 19, 2015 This is a sample regional communication regarding conflict of … a common challenge that most employees face at some point in their careers – ‘conflicts of interest’. Of course … responsibilities with the Company present an opportunity for personal gain apart from the normal rewards of …
Articles
Stuart M. Altman, David M. Greenwald
08/25/2015

This article shows how to maximize protections of attorney-client privilege and work product doctrine in internal investigations and audits.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… D.C. Chicago, Illinois stuart.altman@hoganlovells.com dgreenwald@jenner.com 2TOPICS • Attorney-Client Privilege … East to Obtain Contracts. – Employee’s Manager in U.S. Is Aware of Payments. – Company Has Been Booking Costs of … processing data; (b) transferring data; (c) limiting use for which data will be used? – Litigation Hold Notice? – Has …
Articles
Soo Y. Kang and Carlos Pérez
01/01/2017

Rapid advancements in technology and globalization have led to an unprecedented rise in data collection. While this information provides a unique insight into global human behavior, it can also promote unethical business practices that violate international privacy standards. As we enter into a new era of data analytics, in-house counsel must strike an important balance between driving revenue and ensuring the continued integrity of company practices under the law.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: European Union, United States
… abroad. In Europe, unless express consent of the target is provided, legislation specifically prohibits the use of … and a regulatory investigation. Spokeo, Inc. operates a website where users can access and run queries about … Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US). soo.kang@zasio.com Carlos Pérez is a partner and head of information …
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