Predicting consumer trends with social media is arguably very similar to predicting the movement of a swarm of locusts. If possible, how could this information affect your legal department?
This column discusses the Dow-Westbrook, Inc. v. Candlewood Equine Practice Case, exploring hold harmless provisions, opportunities for recovery of attorneys fees, and a holistic approach to risk allocation regarding potential future injury to living beings.
Using the book "Why Nations Fail" as a model, this column applies economic theory to the corporate world.
Read this 2008 Magnum Opus Award-winning column!<br/>Bob Feldman addresses the need to recognize the type of contract you are dealing with and fully understand the "canned" clauses.
Discusses three fundamental ethical theories that have been developed over the ages: the golden rule, categorical imperative, and utilitarianism.
Bob Feldman applies the wisdom of Winston Churchill to the pay-when-paid provision put into effect in New Jersey, evaluating its efficacy and its clarity of purpose and direction.
In this article, columnist Kenneth Cutshaw discusses possible positive effects on lawyers in other countries that have the opportunity to undertake challenging global legal work as a result of the recession, describing the differences between these outsourced individuals and in-house counsel.
Through comparison with Stanley Milgram's famous psychological shock experiment at Yale University in the 1960s, Bill Mordan stresses the importance of going against the crowd and sticking to your guns as a means of being objective, as all in-house counsel must be.
The author discusses how in-house counsel should deal with a crisis situation.
A discussion on how the iPhone promotes succinct communication lines and cognitive fluency.
The author discusses the many benefits of attending industry trade shows.
The "power paradox" and the importance of managing your inner Machiavelli.
From the 'Department of No' to the 'Business Prevention Unit,' legal is frequently derided. The author shares strategies to mitigate these old caricatures.
Many of the shortcomings of hourly billing appear right on the invoices themselves! Rather than despair, however, the author has derived a certain entertainment from the review process, roughly akin to playing the game Whack-a-Mole.
Review key issues to consider when entering into a staffing agency contract (United States focus).
In this sample, the nuances and differences of legal, regulatory and compliance functions are explained so as to best build a successful organizational unit.
This presentation provides an insight into the role of the Government General Counsel when the Agency becomes aware of an emergency.
Creating and nurturing a professional environment that meaningfully respects and embraces people's differences is essential. Read this article to find out how to bring that culture to your organization.
This paper summarizes this required knowledge, recognizing the global context in which most organizations now operate but cognizant of the fact that the corporate counsel involved will often have a North American perspective.
This is a sample manufacturing services agreement between a company and buyer.
A sample letter regarding a proposal for a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment. Includes a request to provide a survey depicting the property boundaries prior to the site visit, any extended purchase and sale agreement that stipulates any specific requirements for environmental due diligence, and any conceptual plans for site development. Then provides the estimate for work to be performed at the above-referenced facility.
In re: Caremark International Inc. Derivative Litigation marks an increasing tendency on the part of courts to require a higher level of director involvement in the business affairs of the corporation than has historically been the case. Kathryn A. Finerty, of Universal Foods Corporation, places Caremark in a historical context and examines its significance to in-house counsel advising directors on their duty of care.
Provides tips on organizing a board meeting to make it go more smoothly.
Examines four principles you might consider conveying to employees to help them comply with applicable intellectual property laws.
A sample demand letter including language for the inspection of books and records.
What can the brilliant Rocky Horror Picture Show (20th Century Fox, 1975) teach you about ediscovery? Read Phil Strauss’ article to find out.
This article examines the basics of baseball arbitration, when it is a desirable alternative form of dispute resolution, and looks at why some consider it appropriate to resolve FRAND patent litigation.
Appropriate communication discipline will help protect attorney-client privilege and similar legal protections and mitigate the significant risks (legal, reputational, financial) associated with the unintended disclosure of incident-related communications. Learn recommended communication principles to work into your Incident Response Plan and disseminate to the incident response team at the outset of every incident response effort.
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