This article addresses Intellectual Property protection challenges faced by overseas companies in China.
This brief article addresses how to apply for trademark protection in multiple jurisdictions under the "Madrid System" - the Protocol Relating to the Madrid Agreement Concerning the International Registration of Marks (the “Madrid Protocol”), and/or the Madrid Agreement Concerning the International Registration of Marks (“Madrid Agreement”). The article also addresses how to proceed in Hong Kong, which is not a party to the Madrid Agreement.
This article deals with protecting the employer's interests by post-termination restrictions in employment contracts.
This short article concerns the non-delegable duty owed by the employers to their employees in Hong Kong.
Investing and establishing a business in Turkey is an excellent opportunity to gain access to European and Asian markets. Throughout this form, you will learn the how to establish your business.
An EEO policy that includes a policy descriptions regarding the definition of harassment, reporting, investigation, discipline, and state enforcement procedures.
This column discusses the results of the 2011 National Business Ethics Survey, including the disconnect between ethical culture strength and misconduct rates.
This is a template policy for the use of corporate credit cards.
It's Quick, Easy and Adds Value: Use the ACC Value Index to Give Kudos to Creative Firms and Find Firms Evaluated on Value, CLO Perspective
This is a sample of data map use cases.
Case C-402/11P Jager & Polacek GmbH v OHIM (18 October 2012) highlights the importance of having clear regard for the procedural rules governing procedures at OHIM, that OHIM is clearly an institution of the EU, and that its acts should be treated as such.
This is an ABA Commission on Ethics 20/20 report to the House Delegates on Rule 5.5: Unauthorized Practice of Law
An overview of risk management from the in-house counsel perspective. Includes tips on prioritizing enterprise risk, advising the board on risk, and the role of in-house counsel in risk mitigation.
This resource is part of the Lex Mundi Guides to Doing Business and provides a guide to investing in the Dominican Republic and provides information about the country, the laws that regulate its economy and society, and the Dominican investment climate.
This article offers expert insights on finding, training, and managing in-house attorneys all over the globe.
It feels great to give back to the community, and even better when you're able to contribute through your field of expertise. If you haven't tried pro bono work, ACC and the Pro Bono Institute challenge you to get involved - literally. You too can make a real, lasting difference. Get started with this article and use your department as a catalyst for change.
California’s unique “toxic warning” law, Proposition 65, has been on<br />the books in the United States for 30 years, yet it continues to trap the unwary manufacturer and retailer and funnel millions of dollars to a cottage industry that seemingly exists for just one purpose: lining their pockets with your company’s hard-earned profits.
In the corporate world, a surprise means something was missed--and that's never good. A surprise that involves a problem with your company's Director & Officer (D&O) policy is precisely the type of surprise you want to avoid.
Have you been noticing that your board has somehow changed, but you can’t quite put your finger on how it’s changed or what, if anything, you should do about it? This article explains the growth process of a board and tells you what help your board may need from you at each stage. You may want to share this article with your CEO.
A presentation giving an international perspective on privacy law.
In an effort to bridge the gap between traditional law firm structures and the needs of the newest generation of attorneys, MCCA recently conducted a survey of young attorneys. Here, the results of the survey, including thoughts and insights about the practice of law as seen by this generation of lawyers.
May 2007 Tools & Solutions for Doing Your Job Better
This article addresses the three broad topics that many Boards of Directors are examining as they review and assess cybersecurity issues.
The author reflects on an ancient Chinese folktale, and how our perception of luck and success shapes our careers.
Many California health care providers, including hospitals and physician groups, will soon be required to sign on to California’s first-ever statewide data sharing agreement governing the exchange of health and social services information. Learn more here.
This is the text of a letter sent by F. William McNabb III, Vanguard’s Chairman and CEO, to the independent leaders of the boards of directors of the Vanguard funds’ largest portfolio holdings.
This sample non-discrimination policy includes (a) Equal Employment Opportunity Policy and Affirmative Action Plan; (b) Americans with Disabilities Act Policy Statement; and (c) Anti-Harassment Policy.
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