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Articles
10/27/2016

This Wisdom of the Crowd, compiled from responses posted on the IT, Privacy & eCommerce Forum addresses a carveout for Intellectual Property infringement within the limitation of liability in the United States.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Articles Limitation of Liability – Carveout for Intellectual Property Infringement (United States) … customers in our standard enterprise agreements. RBTA is insisting on a liability lid, arguing that "things are … offering a service (presumably a large portion of which is online) and if the patent troll or another IP claimant …
Articles
Nathan A. Beaver, Esq. and Jennifer Forde, Esq., Foley & Lardner, LLP
11/18/2015

This quick overview (QuickCounsel) describes how the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ("FDA") regulates the pre-marketing process for drugs and medical devices, and the steps that must be taken to obtain FDA authorization to market these products.

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Interest Area: Health Law
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Administration ("FDA") regulates the pre-marketing process for drugs and medical devices, and the steps that must be … commerce unless "approval" of an application for the drug is effective. i In practice, this means that any "new drug" … has been approved or denied, a notice is typically posted online (i) announcing the data on which the decision is
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Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Latham & Watkins
03/29/2022
8 pages

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC or Commission) Chair Gary Gensler has signaled his desire to have the SEC propose rules in April 2022 to increase its scrutiny of special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs) and private companies that go public through de-SPAC transactions.

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Region: United States
Audience: Deputy GC, Mid-Career
… concerns about information asymmetries, the potential for misleading information and fraud, and conflicts of … practices, and “gatekeeper obligations.” https://www.lw.com/practices/WhiteCollarDefenseandInvestigations … be some time until the SEC’s proposed rules or guidance is issued, and even longer until any rules are officially …
Articles
Yih, Thomas M.
05/01/2000

Follow this practical and systematic step-by-step advice for building longstanding, trusting, and rewarding relationships with overseas counsel.

… Follow this practical and systematic step-by-step advice for building longstanding, trusting, and rewarding … no conflicts Two weeks into the due diligence process it is discovered that your counsel previously represented the … and that their actions mg ioking-sb2.html eparti Services .com/prc services.html International Travel Tips …
Articles
Sabine Chalmers - chief legal officer, InBev
07/01/2006

International borders have been coming down for some time providing even more opportunities than ever before for international work. Do you have an adventurous spirit? Find out if you can afford to take the risks involved in redefining your career to serve internationally.

… June 30, 2006 International borders have been coming down for some time providing even more opportunities than ever … • • • In brief Y ou’ve heard that the world is becoming a global mar-ketplace, but what does that mean? … nY State bar. She can be reached at Sabine.Chalmers@inbev.com. 32ACC Docket July/August 2006 for EU nationals,” and as …
Program Materials
Troy Dahlberg, Patrick De Ridder, and Richard Sedory
10/28/2013

An “earn-out” is popular way to bridge valuation gaps in merger and acquisition transactions. Often, they involve some dispute between the acquiring company and the management of the acquired company regarding the financial performance of the acquired business or perceived hindrances to running the acquired business to achieve the earn-out. This program will be valuable to both the in-house lawyer proactively drafting and negotiating an earn-out clause, as well as the in-house lawyer seeking to enforce or defend an earn-out clause in litigation or arbitration.

… Ridder, and Richard Sedory October 28, 2013 An “earn-out” is popular way to bridge valuation gaps in merger and … to ACC’s Legal Resources Department at legalresources@acc.com Monday, October 28 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM 203: Dealing with … to joining KPMG, Troy was the national practice leader for Kroll's Forensic Accounting and Litigation Consulting …
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Latham & Watkins LLP
02/02/2023
10 pages

Latham & Watkins provides an overview of how to best navigate the SEC's new "Clawback" rules. These include how to understand and apply the new rules, to new disclosure requirements and more.

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Region: United States
Audience: Mid-Career, New to In-House, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… are publicly listed in the US to adopt clawback policies for the mandatory recovery of erroneously awarded incentive … policies will apply to incentive compensation that is erroneously received by current or former executive … whom you normally consult: Holly M. Bauer holly.bauer@lw.com +1.858.523.5482 San Diego Michelle L.C. Carpenter …
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Edward Boyle, Lawrence Cooke, Michael Martinez, Joelle Quilla, Jonathan Robbins
10/19/2016

A panel of experienced in-house lawyers and industry professionals will address the viability of the attorney-client privilege and work product doctrine relating to corporate communications, specifically regarding internal and external public relations professionals and other third parties. With more and more sensitive information at the disposal of internal and outside parties, diligence is paramount. The audience will walk away from this session with a thorough understanding of what falls under attorney-client privilege and work product doctrine and how to best maintain those protections, as well as a checklist of considerations for future reference.

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Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… at the disposal of internal and outside parties, diligence is paramount. The audience will walk away from this session … protections, as well as a checklist of considerations for future reference. Resource Details Interest Area: … Marriott International Michael.Martinez@marriott.com Edward P. Boyle Partner Venable LLP New York …
Articles
Dickstein Shapiro LLP
09/08/2010

This InfoPAK will discuss the role of a compliance program in a corporation’s organizational structure, the various options the corporation has when deciding who will lead the program, and the impact of each on the program’s operations.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103 fax +1 202.293.4107 www.acc.com This InfoPAKSM will discuss the role of a compliance … or any of its lawyers, unless so stated. This InfoPAKSM is not intended as a definitive statement on the subject but … For more information about Dickstein Shapiro, visit their website at www.dicksteinshapiro.com or see the “About the …
Articles
Antonio Campero, Esq.
01/01/2014

In Mexico, as in the rest of the world, trademarks that are duly registered may be enforced against third parties who attempt to use or copy them. It is advisable to take certain measures with respect to their use and maintenance. This article offers several recommendations, including the following: Always use marks in the manner in which they were registered.

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Interest Area: Intellectual Property
Source: Resource Library
Region: Mexico
… against third parties who attempt to use or copy them. It is advisable to take certain measures with respect to their … Firms 171 Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Website: www.primerus.com IP Notes - Recommendations for the Use and Preservation …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Dr. Eric Uftring, Esq., WINHELLER Attorneys at Law & Tax Advisors
08/29/2018

In order to support the creation of start-ups in Germany, legislators have been working to develop special fixed-term contracts for employee hiring.

… Firms 171 Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Website: www.primerus.com For assistance, contact: Chad Sluss Sr. Vice President of … account. For many founders, the recruitment of employees is also on top of their to-do list. There are good reasons …
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- …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
09/11/2016

This is a sample document collection checklist.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Document Collection Checklist September 11, 2016 This is a sample document collection checklist. Resource Details … personal file of Plaintiff Payroll files (generally for last two years of employment, unless pay is at issue) … reports from or about Plaintiff Miscellaneous Material website or “googled” information about the Plaintiff Material …
Articles
Francisco Peña, Esq.
01/01/2014

Mexico ardently protects the privacy of its individual citizens' personal data and sensitive personal information. This protection is enforced though the Federal Personal Information Protection Law and its regulations. The Federal Institute for Access to Public Information and Protection of Information (IFAI) is the agency in charge of enforcement. This article reviews the eight main principles of this law.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Mexico
… data and sensitive personal information. This protection is enforced though the Federal Personal Information … Firms 171 Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Website: www.primerus.com Privacy in Mexico, New Risks and Requirements By: …
Program Materials
Jeana M. Littrell -- senior attorney, employment litigation, FedEx Corporation; Stephen R. Martin II -- vice president - law (litigation), Adelphia Communications Corporation; Mark N. Rogers -- corporate counsel, Insight Enterprises, Inc.
10/01/2004

605 - In-house Response to Auditors' Requests for Information: Does This System (Still) Work?

… Program Materials In-house Response to Auditors' Requests for Information: Does This System (Still) Work? Author Jeana … 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 605:In-house Response to Auditors' Requests for
Articles
Meritas Law Firms
05/21/2020
14 pages

In this article, in-house counsel can learn more about investing in businesses based in the Thailand and developing commercial relationships. This resource was published by Meritas in February 2018.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Region: Thailand
… Articles Asia-A Legal Guide for Business Investment and Expansion: Thailand Author Meritas Law Firms May 21, 2020 14 pages In this article, in-house counsel can learn more about … Investment and Expansion THAILAND Founded in 1990, Meritas is the premiere global alliance of independent law firms …
Press Release
12/08/2020
… threshold requirements. “The ACC Data Steward Program is a clear win-win for law firms and their clients,” said Jim … program’s processes, please visit the Data Steward Program website here .  About ACC : The Association of Corporate … for in-house counsel.® For more information, visit www.acc.com and follow ACC on LinkedIn , Twitter , and Facebook . … …
ACC News
12/08/2020
… threshold requirements. “The ACC Data Steward Program is a clear win-win for law firms and their clients,” said Jim … program’s processes, please visit the Data Steward Program website here .  About ACC : The Association of Corporate … for in-house counsel.® For more information, visit www.acc.com and follow ACC on LinkedIn , Twitter , and Facebook . … …
Articles
04/20/2015

This report examines what is known about (1) the size of the contingent workforce, (2) the characteristics and employment experiences of contingent versus standard workers, and (3) any differences in earnings, benefits, and measures of poverty between contingent and standard workers.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… and Benefits April 20, 2015 This report examines what is known about (1) the size of the contingent workforce, (2) … conducted regression analysis using CPS data, controlling for various external factors, to determine how various … addition, the report is available at no charge on the GAO website at http://www.gao.gov. If you or your staff members …
… ACC’s Board members are a diverse, international group of in-house leaders from Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, and … around the globe, and in order to be most effective, it is critical that board members reflect that incredible … development that make ACC an indispensable partner for in-house legal professionals worldwide." "The ACC 2025 …
Articles
Jorge Ojeda, Esq., Cacheaux Cavazos & Newton
01/01/2014
3 pages

This article discusses real estate and anti-money laundering legislation in Mexico.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Mexico
… Firms 171 Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Website: www.primerus.com Real Estate Law - The Purchase and Sale of Real Property … such as whether the purchase and sale of real property is considered an at-risk activity, as well as who is required …
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 …
Articles
Rachel Francis-Lang, Eversheds LLP
07/01/2004

Considers the duties owned by individuals and organizations in the course of supplying goods and services to members of the public under the UK's Disability Discrimination Act 1995 (DDA).

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United Kingdom
… trial membership . … ILAC Briefing July 2004 www.eversheds.com CONTACTS For further information please contact: Rachel … PROVISIONS OF THE DISABILITY DISCRIMINATION ACT What is the purpose of the Disability Discrimination Act? The … services. For example: • information in writing or on a website needs to be accessible to people with visual …
… Annual Meeting taking place in San Antonio, Texas. “ACC is an incredibly valuable organization for thousands of in-house counsel around the world, and I am … market leadership. For more information, visit  www.acc.com  and follow ACC on  LinkedIn ,  Twitter , and  Facebook . …
Articles
David Benck and Justin Poplin
09/01/2013

A company can maximize the value of its intellectual property by keeping current inventory and proper protection of its trademarks and copyrights. In addition, in order to strengthen partnerships and avoid legal sanctions, companies should keep a current inventory of third-party IP use. This article offers a step-by-step approach for companies looking to protect their IP assets.

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Interest Area: Intellectual Property
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… products or services from those of other companies. it is important to identify other companies that have similar … based on the original6). Sales brochures, advertisements, website content, logos, user manuals, computer program code, … to “Owner Name and Address” will allow you to input your com- pany’s name and receive a listing of its marks. To look …
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 …
Program Materials
Thomson Financial
09/14/2004

This webcast discusses preparation for and response to accidental environmental release, including liquid spills and releases that go straight to the atmosphere.

… Date/Time: Sep. 14. 2004 / 1:00PM ET streetevents@thomson.com 617.603.7900 www.streetevents.com © 2005 Thomson … to our webcast today by the Environmental Committee, which is titled Preparing For and Responding To An Accidental … webcast that you can pick up either in HTML or PDF on the website. Well, there are explosions, of course, that can …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/30/2023
From navigating rapid growth to fostering diversity, Jamie Oh, Twitch’s associate general counsel, shares insights on thriving in the ever-evolving world of Big Tech. #ACCDocket #Top30s
… recognize in-house counsel between the ages of 30 and 39 for their innovation, approach to challenges, well-rounded … TwitchCon events in Amsterdam and San Diego. The team is now focusing on understanding French legal requirements … strong relationships in the workplace. https://vimeo.com/839143376/a5e8401df7?share=copy Jamie Oh's acceptance …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/01/2016
Admitted to pratice law in both Hong Kong and England, she says she’s accumulated some great cross border employment law and litigation experience and this allows her to see key patterns and bigger issues from a high level international perspective that could affect any company.
… Malai Publication Date: 06/01/2016 Admitted to pratice law in both Hong Kong and England, she says she’s accumulated … Details … Rosamund Browne One of the best views of London is from a plane as it circles Heathrow International airport, … and labour counsel at Rockwell Collins Inc., can vouch for. She’s seen it many, many times throughout her life, from …
Articles
11/01/2013

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

Resource Details
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 …
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