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.
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.
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.
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.
To facilitate a smooth transition of employment status, use the following checklist when going through a termination. It will help gather all pertinent information regarding the employee and the termination. The checklist relates to US contexts.
This article looks at Phantom Share Plans (a “PSP”) which allows an employee to share in the company’s future growth without the principals giving up ownership in the company.
The right to be forgotten, Weltimmo, Safe Harbor, the General Data Protection Regulation. These are just some of the landmark privacy developments that came out of the EU in the past year. These rulings fundamentally affect the way businesses collect and use individuals' personal data, not just in the EU but worldwide. In this session, leading privacy experts will discuss how European privacy regulation has evolved and the key actions businesses need to take now to ensure they stay on the right side of the law and avoid attracting the huge fines that Europe will soon introduce. A must-see session for anyone grappling with EU data protection rules!
709 Lobbying & Political Activity Do's & Don'ts. Learn about why 501(c)(3)s must report lobbying activities, how 501(c)(3)s can measure lobbying activity, and more.
This article deals with recommendations of India's Ministry of Corporate Affairs to suggest measures for monitoring the implementation of Corporate Social Responsibility policies.
One topic activists are not bringing to the table is diversity, even though more boards than ever want a mix of women and men as well races and nationalities.
The 990. Charity Navigator. Lobbying or Federal Election Committee (FEC) reports. These and a host of other public disclosure documents put your organization's credibility on the line. Discover the key role in-house counsel play in ensuring transparency and accountability while supporting the best possible public presentation for their organizations.
Brazil recently passed the Clean Companies Act into law, signaling the country’s new and aggressive approach to stamping out bribery and corruption. As they can now be held liable for violations, companies should now take the opportunity to either review or establish anti-bribery and corruption programs, to ensure compliance with the Act.
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