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Articles
10/20/2015

This excerpt from a commercials contract covers exclusivity and limitations of the Producer.

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Interest Area: Intellectual Property
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… “name” performers or groups, unless otherwise bargained for. G. No exclusivity rights may be acquired by Producer … I. Producer and principal performer agree that exclusivity is one of the fundamental aspects of this Contract and is one … be permitted to display advertiser logos/IDs on their website (including on the landing page). Producer shall …
Articles
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.

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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 …
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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 …
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Allen & Overy
10/01/2013

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has recently emphasised the importance of its responsibilities in relation to the prevention of financial crime within those sectors of the UK financial services industry that it regulates. The term “financial crime” encompasses a broad range of areas that are relevant for UK and international financial institutions, including: data security, money laundering, terrorist financing, bribery and corruption, fraud and sanctions breaches.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United Kingdom
… encompasses a broad range of areas that are relevant for UK and international financial institutions, including: … which FCA-regulated firms can be used for financial crime is a priority for the FCA as part of its wider objective to … that it will normally be appropriate to publish on its website a summary of the allegations made against a firm or …
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F. Sheffield Hale
04/01/2008

Nonprofit organizations continue to grow in number; in doing so, they have attracted scrutiny and are no longer able to "relax" when it comes to corporate governance. This article distills those governance practices that are most applicable and easily adapted by nonprofits, and provides examples of relevant governance documents that can be adapted to any nonprofit with minimum effort.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… real accountability to outside constituents. What company is more “public” than one that depends on annual individual … these practices, and the documents which implement them on com- pany governance internet sites. Many of these practices … Committee charters must be posted on the organiza- tion’s website. The charter, which sets forth the areas of the …
Articles
Johan Billiet, Billiet & Co and Tatiana Proshkina, Association for International Arbitration
12/12/2014

Getting the Deal Through is delighted to publish the ninth edition of Arbitration, a volume in our series of annual reports, which provide international analysis in key areas of law and policy for corporate counsel, cross-border legal practitioners and business people.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: Belgium
… Billiet, Billiet & Co and Tatiana Proshkina, Association for International Arbitration December 12, 2014 Getting the Deal Through is delighted to publish the ninth edition of Arbitration, a … Partners Von Wobeser y Sierra SC www.gettingthedealthrough.com 1 contents Arbitration 2014 contributing editors: Gerhard …
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Mia Farber, Co-Leader, Jackson Lewis, Class Actions and Complex Litigation Practice Group
David R. Golder, Co-Leader, Jackson Lewis, Class Actions and Complex Litigation Practice Group
Eric R. Magnus, Co-Leader, Jackson Lewis, Class Actions and Complex Litigation Practice Group
11/17/2022
18 pages

As we settle into the second half of the third year of the COVID-19 pandemic, there is reason for optimism. But, unfortunately, the outbreak of COVID-19- related litigation is still in its infancy.

COVID-19-related class action filings persist, largely in the form of wage and hour claims. Pandemic-induced layoffs have prompted lawsuits under the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act. Negligence lawsuits have been filed by employees alleging to have contracted COVID-19 at the workplace or contending a family member fell ill because the employee brought the virus home from work.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Region: United States
… half of the third year of the COVID-19 pandemic, there is reason for optimism. But, unfortunately, the outbreak of COVID-19- … your subscription should be sent to contactus@jacksonlewis.com or Jackson Lewis P.C. 666 Third Avenue, New York, NY …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 11/01/2017
When an organization is blind to where its data resides and what is in it, it becomes impossible both to meet preservation obligations and comply with GDPR’s guidelines to protect and delete sensitive data. By understanding the full scope of the data, counsel can begin to assess the legal requirements involved with it.
… Barassi Publication Date: 11/01/2017 When an organization is blind to where its data resides and what is in it, it … to the organization. Preserve and protect. It is essential for legal departments to understand that preservation and … meet privacy and preservation demands. Leadership buy-in: The first step is a strategic decision made by …
Articles
Rodrigo Jijón Letort and Juan Manuel Marchán, Pérez Bustamante & Ponce
12/12/2014

Getting the Deal Through is delighted to<br />publish the ninth edition of Arbitration, a<br />volume in our series of annual reports,<br />which provide international analysis in<br />key areas of law and policy for corporate<br />counsel, cross-border legal practitioners and<br />business people.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: Ecuador
… & Ponce December 12, 2014 Getting the Deal Through is delighted to<br />publish the ninth edition of … international analysis in<br />key areas of law and policy for corporate<br />counsel, cross-border legal practitioners … Partners Von Wobeser y Sierra SC www.gettingthedealthrough.com 1 contents Arbitration 2014 contributing editors: Gerhard …
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Rob Hellewell and Michelle Mattei
09/01/2014

Although the Asia-Pacific region has yet to implement a standardized process for conducting ediscovery, most Asian countries have blocking statutes or privacy laws that restrict the transfer of personal data — generally defined as any data that can identify an individual — outside their borders.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand
… data. ACC DOCKET SEPTEMBER 2014 27 Rob Hellewell is an attorney and vice president at Xerox Litigation Services. rob.hellewell@xerox.com Michelle Mattei is operations officer for the Law & … its service as the acquiring bank for an infringing website suggested it acted in bad faith.5 ■■ In 2011, the …
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Jill Greene and Melody Wirz
12/01/2010

How do you put a price on intellectual property? A thorough IP due diligence effort is key. When dealing with intangible assets, in- house counsel must examine every facet of commercial transactions. Unaddressed issues — base technology, scope of protection and pre-existing contracts, to name a few — could prove catastrophic. read this feature and prepare yourself for an IP negotiation.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… Articles Whose Idea Is It Anyway? 10 IP Issues in Deals Author Jill Greene and … applica- tions may be found by searching the patent office website for the appropriate jurisdiction (e.g., www.uspto.gov … Greene can be contacted at jgreene@ s4energysolutions.com. MELODy WIRz is an associate in the Houston IP group of …
Articles
Thomas J. McGuire, General Counsel, Silver Fern Healthcare, LLC
08/17/2021

In the in-house world, sometimes you need to strike your own path to success. In this Top Ten, find the most valuable and critical characteristics you can learn in order to succeed.

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Region: Global
Audience: Deputy GC, Mid-Career, New to In-House, CLO / GC
… Articles Law and the 10 “Ls”: Practical Advice for Succeeding in an In-house Counsel Role Author Thomas J. McGuire, General … CLO / GC … Key Takeaways - Learning about the business is essential to succeed in-house. - Be prepared to simplify …
Program Materials
Michael Hawthorne, Nick Wittich, and Renata Baker
10/01/2016

This presentation addresses how to respond when management requests access to key documents.

… and securities transactions. 4 Renata Baker Renata is an Associate General Counsel for Corporate Transactions at … response email Yes, no response email 19 Vendors Vendor Website Profile Box Virtual Data Room https://www.box.com http://datarooms.org/boxvdr Brainloop Secure Dataroom …

ChatGPT: Hype or Hazard (On-Demand)

ChatGPT: Hype or Hazard (On-Demand) a.ouko@acc.com
On-Demand

This program originally aired on March 7, 2023. Please note that the on-demand format of this program is not eligible for CLE/CPD credit.


ChatGPT and other human-language information models promise to revolutionize how we interact with technology and information. Like any new innovation, the use and misuse of ChatGPT and other AI programs pose serious questions about companies' legal, privacy, data and security initiatives.



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… Please note that the on-demand format of this program is not eligible for CLE/CPD credit. ChatGPT and other human-language … how we interact with technology and information. Like any new innovation, the use and misuse of ChatGPT and other AI …
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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Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
10/30/2014

This article provides some tips for using your mobile device more safely and securely to help you achieve your financial goals.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Articles Tips When Using Mobile Devices for Financial Services Author Consumer Financial Protection … track spending, and manage money. Using mobile devices is a lot like using a computer, and you should use similar … links that are sent to you by an email address or on a website or app that you don’t recognize. When using free or …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/01/2012
From implementing new projects to forming relationships across cultures, Smith’s mantra is patience and persistence.
… to forming relationships across cultures, Smith’s mantra is patience and persistence. Resource Details … Assistant … advice and quotes — life lessons and things I’ve learned — for my two young daughters.” Being persistent Chris Smith joined HMMA, Hyundai’s first manufacturing plant in the United States, in 2006, when the plant was still in
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/22/2021
As more data laws are passed, in-house counsel need to understand how they will affect vendor relationships.
… Docket Article Privacy Now: Is Your Company Willing to Gamble on Vendor Management? K … Publication Date: 06/22/2021 As more data laws are passed, in-house counsel need to understand how they will affect … risk has always been a standard corporate activity for companies, but the prevalence of hosted outsourcing in
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/21/2022
Glowforge and its GC Megan Lutes aren’t afraid to stand up for their employees. Read about how the #ACCTop30s awardee is protecting employee healthcare, advocating for DEI, and exploring NFTs. #ACCDocket #inhousecounsel #generalcounsel
… Glowforge and its GC Megan Lutes aren’t afraid to stand up for their employees. Read about how the #ACCTop30s awardee is protecting employee healthcare, advocating for DEI, and … Resource Details … Standing up for what a company believes in is what led the Glowforge, Inc. executive team and General …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/29/2024
No matter where in the world you are practicing, there are a set of rules and customs for acceptable behavior in the business world. And there are regional customs and preferences that you should know as well. #ACCDocket #culture #knowyourworld
… you are practicing, there are a set of rules and customs for acceptable behavior in the business world. And there are … ACC Docket … Banner artwork by hxdbzxy / Shutterstock.com Imagine, you've joined the kick-off call for a new … While meeting etiquette varies around the world, it is generally a good idea to show up on time. Effective …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/06/2017
With Rubin’s guidance, Aon’s legal department deployed the Law Department Strategic Improvement Project — a multi-faceted program that earned a 2016 ACC Value Champion Award for Aon.
… program that earned a 2016 ACC Value Champion Award for Aon. Resource Details Interest Area: Law Department … learn from each other how to do more with even less. “Ops” is a current industry buzzword, and more and more legal … Client Solutions Team an email at  LawDepartmentOps@ACC.com . … With Rubin’s guidance, Aon’s legal department …
Articles
11/01/2013

This booklet contains two discrete but complementary dispute resolution procedures offered by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC).

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Global
… (ICC). Arbitration under the ICC Arbitration Rules is a formal procedure leading to a binding decision from a … together in this booklet in answer to the growing demand for a holistic approach to dispute resolution techniques. … into several languages and can be downloaded from the ICC website. FOREWORD 03 ARbitRAtiOn RulEs 07 introductory …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 02/01/2018
The legal profession has experienced several years of upheaval and disruption. General counsel are now optimizing their internal service delivery model in the same way that they have done with their external ones.
… are now optimizing their internal service delivery model in the same way that they have done with their external ones. … quality. Law firms, which used to be the one-stop-shop for nearly all external work, have found that they need to … But the rationalization of external costs in Legal 1.0 is no longer enough. The next iteration, “Legal 2.0,” …
Articles
Jalal El Ahdab and Myriam Eid*, Ginestié Magellan Paley-Vincent in association with Ahdab Law Firm
12/12/2014

Getting the Deal Through is delighted to<br />publish the ninth edition of Arbitration, a<br />volume in our series of annual reports,<br />which provide international analysis in<br />key areas of law and policy for corporate<br />counsel, cross-border legal practitioners and<br />business people.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: Saudi Arabia
… Ahdab Law Firm December 12, 2014 Getting the Deal Through is delighted to<br />publish the ninth edition of … international analysis in<br />key areas of law and policy for corporate<br />counsel, cross-border legal practitioners … Partners Von Wobeser y Sierra SC www.gettingthedealthrough.com 1 contents Arbitration 2014 contributing editors: Gerhard …
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Reinier W.L. Russell, Russell Advocaten B.V., a member of Primerus
08/30/2016
3 pages

A claim to repair defects or an entitlement to compensation can become prescribed under Dutch law. This article addresses how you can prevent this by interrupting the limitation period.

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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 … However, you can prevent this by staying the claim. What is prescription? E ac h claim has a stat ut o ry perio d of …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/01/2018
This month’s issue of ACC Docket dives into the world of international business, technology, and dispute resolution. In these pages, you’ll find the latest thinking on blockchain contracts, new multinational tax rules, and the continued development of international arbitration.
… business, technology, and dispute resolution. In these pages, you’ll find the latest thinking on blockchain … success. International commerce and interaction, however, is not a welcome topic in populist circles. We live in a … and immediate. In-house lawyers — many of whom work for multinational companies and organizations — cannot live …
Program Materials
Karen L. Boudreau - former counsel, Iomega Corporation; Michael F. Finn - senior counsel, General Dynamics Corporation; and Brendan Heneghan - regional counsel, IBM Corporation
04/20/2004

A presentation on outsourcing your company's technology operations.

… MEETING THE NEW FACE OF IN-HOUSE COUNSEL This material is protected by copyright. Copyright © 2004 various authors … Merklinger at ACC: 202/293-4103, ext. 326; merklinger@acca.com 310:Outsourcing Your Company's Technology Operations … was most recently director, commercial legal affairs for Iomega Corporation and is presently in transition. Ms. …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/01/2018
Saudi Arabia is a place unlike any other. You are bound to make new friends and experience a gush of hospitality. So, “Ahlan wa Sahlan!”
… Khalid Alaseeri Publication Date: 05/01/2018 Saudi Arabia is a place unlike any other. You are bound to make new … young energetic populace and the largest oil reserves in the world. In fact, by the time you read this article, … the capital, is where most business takes place. Prepare for a desert climate with hot summer days and cold winter …
Articles
Wragge & Co
01/21/2014
4 pages

This article discusses whether the United States Safe Harbor framework provides an adequate level of protection for European Union businesses that transfer personal data to U.S. companies.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: European Union, United States
… Articles Un-Safe Harbor: Is Safe Harbor an Adequate Means of Protecting EU Personal …  a  link  to  the  Department  of  Commerce  Safe  Harbor  website  which  lists  all  the  'current'  members  of  the … director, +44 (0)121 685 2705, kirsten_whitfield@wragge.com This analysis may contain information of general interest …
Articles
Richard T. White
07/17/2007

Chairman’s Message: Operating Without a License?

… many ACC members, but are we breaking the law? The answer is, it depends. If you’re working in Ala- bama, California, … decision and other MJP activities by visiting the ACC website, www.acc.com/advocacy. Many ACC members are work- ing under this …
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