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Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/19/2021
The regulations of the sports industry are as complicated — and ever-changing — as the rules on the field.
… and Entertainment Source: ACC Docket … The sports industry in Australia, and internationally, is subject to regulation from a variety of entities, both … level, with the IF acting as an umbrella organization for its national members. It is not uncommon for IFs and …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
08/01/2017

This is a sample limited license to use photography.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Limited License to Use Photography August 1, 2017 This is a sample limited license to use photography. Resource … or entity whose name and address appear below ("Grantee"). For good and valuable consideration, the receipt of which is … not impugn the reputation of Grantor or Grantor’s products in any way: Authorized Purpose (provide specific details, …
Articles
Marcello Pedroso, Partner at Demarest Advogados
07/02/2015

This article discusses the expatriation of foreign executives to Brazil (called 'expatriates'), coming from companies outside Brazil regarding Social Security.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Resource Library
Region: Brazil
… Security aspects of Expatriation officers / employees in Brazil - Bilateral / Multilateral Agreements Author … in Brazil - Bilateral / Multilateral Agreements It is common practice in the labor market the expatriation of … the Social Security aspects, there is a need to check for existing bilateral or multilateral agreements between …
Articles
Maria Lúcia de Almeida Prado e Silva, partner at Demarest Advogados
01/29/2015

This article describes changes in the law concerning net equity components in financial statements.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Financial Services
Source: Resource Library
Region: Brazil
… Articles Net Equity Components in Financial Statements Author Maria Lúcia de Almeida Prado e … words, the Business Corporation Act no longer provides for the "accrued profits" (related to previous fiscal years) … revaluation reserve account). In view of that change, it is possible to consider that when legal entities subject to …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
05/31/2017

This is a sample limited copyright license to use photography.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Intellectual Property
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Limited License to Use Photography May 31, 2017 This is a sample limited copyright license to use photography. … or entity whose name and address appear below ("Grantee"). For good and valuable consideration, the receipt of which is … not impugn the reputation of Grantor or Grantor’s products in any way: Authorized Purpose (provide specific details, …
Program Materials
Derede McAlpin, Reginald B. McKnight, Bruce Strothers, Michael Whitlock
10/19/2015

It’s a bad day, the eve of your company’s merger. You are a high-profile corporate lawyer working for a global brand and you just learned that personal data believed to have been stolen from your cloud computing account has been posted on WhoNeedsTheLaw.com, apparently exposing your name, entire work email inbox, phone number and scandalous images secured by a hacker accessing the camera on your laptop computer. The data includes a private dialogue between you and the outside company about the liabilities of taking on the merger. What would you do? This interactive session will cover emerging executive liability issues and test how effectively you can navigate risk with real-life scenarios and video vignettes.

… merger. You are a high-profile corporate lawyer working for a global brand and you just learned that personal data … cloud computing account has been posted on WhoNeedsTheLaw.com, apparently exposing your name, entire work email inbox, … Summary: When there is credible evidence that senior corporate management has …
Program Materials
Jan Vidjeskog
06/02/2015

In this presentation the speaker discusses Philip Morris International, Inc., its established IP portfolio management, established brand owner’s IP challenges, country laws, internal policies, brand usage guidelines, training, and trends and developments.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Intellectual Property
Source: Meetings
Region: China
… Brands: Intellectual property issues where the brand is king Author Jan Vidjeskog June 2, 2015 In this presentation the speaker discusses Philip Morris … effectively •  Cost efficiency Country laws •  Important for protection, enforcement and risk mitigation •  …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
07/13/2016

This list shows some possible indicators of joint employer status under the NLRA.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) decision in 2015 announced a new standard for determining joint employer status under the National … preserve the right to control, whether or not that right is ever exercised. As a result of the decision, which is
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
01/30/2004

A company "acceptable use" policy regarding the use of information systems or electronic communications which includes, but is not limited to, voice messaging, e-mails, computers, the Internet, pagers, or facsimile machines provided by the company.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… systems or electronic communications which includes, but is not limited to, voice messaging, e-mails, computers, the … that the reader seek legal advice from their own attorneys in connection with drafting of codes, guidelines, policies or … by the Company. The Company’s information system exists for the purposes of conducting Company business. A minimal …
Articles
Laura Stein
12/01/2007

Reflecting While Moving Ahead- Ms. Stein considers the growth of ACC over the past 25 years, remembering what has been accomplished and what is still to come.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… 25 years, remembering what has been accomplished and what is still to come. Resource Details Interest Area: Law … � December 2007 W hat a wonderful year of milestones for ACC …. closing in on 23,000 members, having member representation in all of …
Articles
11/01/2012

This article features a collection of data from ACC/Laurence Simons 2012 EMEA Legal Department Survey, the 2011 Chief Legal Officer Survey, and ACC's 2011 Census Report.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
… two- thirds (69%) have a member of the in-house team who is not qualified in the relevant jurisdiction but has responsibility for matters there. More women call in-house home… According … see this 10 ASSoCiATion oF CorPorATe CoUnSel www.ACC.CoM/SUrveyS LOS ANGELES | NEW YORK | ORANGE COUNTY | SILICON …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Jackson Lewis
05/18/2015

This sample deals with employment authorization verification.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… POLICY IRCA employment authorization verification is performed by requiring all new hires to complete the … confirming their identity and authorization to work in the U.S. pursuant to the following procedure: 1. The … commences work. Any translator or person preparing Part 1 for the employee is also required to sign the form. 3. …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Huron Consulting Group
10/04/2012

Sample RFP questions covering firm overview, firm's legal expertise, financial management, and partnering approach.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… relevant to [Company]’s business operations. 2. Diversity is important to [Company]. Please provide statistics on your … diversity at the partner, associate and paralegal level for both women and minorities. 3. Please provide your firm’s … ! For more ACC InfoPAKs, please visit http://www.acc.com/infopaks 53 6. Please provide a detailed discussion of …
Articles
10/17/2016
2 pages

This is an outline listing the key drafting considerations for arbitration clauses in international agreements.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Global
… Articles Key Drafting Considerations for Arbitration Clauses in International Agreements October 16, 2016 2 pages This is an outline listing the key drafting considerations for
Articles
Lucas Tavares Bueno and Camila Smith, Demarest Advogados
11/23/2016
2 pages

There are two bills presently in the final stages of approval from the Brazilian Senate and the House of Representatives - respectively, including guidelines for regulation, monitoring, and sanctions for violations related to gambling.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Brazil
… Articles The Gambling Legalization in Brazil and the Preparation Towards the Market Practice … of Representatives - respectively, including guidelines for regulation, monitoring, and sanctions for violations … the only gambling allowed by the Brazilian legislation is the lottery offered and controlled by the Brazilian …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
ACC e-Groups
03/04/2014

This sample offer letter specifies that any and all prior discussions, agreements or understandings that are not stated in the offer letter are invalid. On his start date, the employee must sign an agreement confirming the terms of the offer and setting additional terms and conditions.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Resource Library
… agreements or understandings that are not stated in the offer letter are invalid. On his start date, the … terms of the existing Company policies. Such participation is contingent upon your timely satisfaction of the … Enclosed with this letter are the necessary documents for obtaining and providing the background check and a …
Articles
10/07/2015
1 pages

This article describes the results of two surveys regarding the rise of shareholder activism.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… of National Affairs, Inc. (800-372-1033) http://www.bna.com Shareholder Activism Rise in Shareholder Activism Being … at Corporate Board Level T he rise in shareholder activism is reflected at theboard level, according to two surveys. … by institutional investors—is the appropriate standard for proxy access; s directors are less satisfied with their …
Articles
07/07/2016

This short article shows examples of how businesses with employees in Puerto Rico should be mindful that the employment laws of this US territory with commonwealth status differ significantly from—and often go beyond—those of other US jurisdictions.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Resource Library
Region: Puerto Rico, United States
… 1. NOT an “at-will” jurisdiction a. Terminations must be for “just cause” b. The employer has the burden of proof c. … the question of whether to remove matters to federal court is not that simple. 4. Federal laws apply, but local statutes … Álvarez-Sánchez Maralyssa.Alvarez-Sanchez@jacksonlewis.com (787) 522-7314 Sara E. Colón-Acevedo …
Program Materials
06/05/2017

Conferences Related to Legal Technology

Resource Details
Source: Meetings
… peer and industry experts about trends and advancements in legal operations. There is also a forum to network and discuss benchmarking and other … deep into critical legal operations issues, provides demos for cutting edge technologies and promotes networking among …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
04/10/2017

This is a sample anti-bribery and foreign corrupt practices policy.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… and Foreign Corrupt Practices Policy April 10, 2017 This is a sample anti-bribery and foreign corrupt practices … Practices Act of 1977 or the FCPA) of all jurisdictions in which the Company carries on business, and all Company … FCPA carry severe consequences - civil and criminal - both for the company and the individual employee involved. This …
Advocacy Filings
04/28/2014

Red Vision v. NREIS

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
… brief.1 ACC and its chapters represent the perspective of in-house lawyers who advise their corporate clients on the … of organizations. The vast majority of ACC members work for national or multinational companies that require them to … Greater Philadelphia region, the Lehigh Valley, Southern New Jersey and Delaware. The chapter represents the …
Checklists
Stephany Olsen-LeGrand, Associate, Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP
12/18/2014
1 pages

The table depicts whether: (1) a party can be indemnified for its own gross negligence; (2) a party can be indemnified for civil fines and penalties; (3) a party can insure for damages assessed because of gross negligence; and (4) a party can insure for civil fines and penalties assessed against it.

This table is not per se specific to any type of liability (e.g., personal injury, death, environmental liability, etc.); however, as noted below, the ability to indemnify or insure for certain liabilities may be limited by statute, public policy, or otherwise in a given jurisdiction. Accordingly, the specific terms of the contractual provision and / or policy, operative facts, and applicable law(s) should be examined in reaching a conclusion regarding enforceability.

Resource Details
Region: United Kingdom, United States
… The table depicts whether: (1) a party can be indemnified for its own gross negligence; (2) a party can be indemnified … civil fines and penalties assessed against it. This table is not per se specific to any type of liability (e.g., … Stephany Olsen-LeGrand: stephany.olsen-legrand@sutherland.com Jurisdictional Overview of Indemnity & Insurability …
… Legal Service Management | 2014 Driving Value in Ins ide/Outs ide Counse l Relat ionships May 6 & 7, 2014 • … Jessen, Huron Consulting Intro: Driving Business Outcomes in the Legal Department Root Cause Analysis, Exercise: Legal … Room 1:15 – 2:30 PM Group Exercise 3 Lindbergh Room Brave New World (25% Budget Reduction) Bill Garcia, Thompson Hine …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
02/20/2009

A draft covenant between law firms and clients that lists provisions to select from based on what works best for their particular needs.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts Covenant for Counsel February 20, 2009 A draft covenant between law … Counsel THE FOLLOWING ARE FACTORS THAT MIGHT BE CONSIDERED IN STRUCTURING RELATIONSHIPS. FEEL FREE TO ADD, MODIFY OR … for unforeseen events • Understand our relationship is built on mutual trust; unless we tell you otherwise, we …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
ACC and Others
01/30/2004

Sample "at will" employment provisions. Provisions essentially state that employment is conditioned on the consent of both parties. If one party, such as the company, no longer consents to employment, employment will end.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… provisions. Provisions essentially state that employment is conditioned on the consent of both parties. If one party, … status unless the understanding is specifically set forth in writing and signed by the employee and the [employer’s … official].” -- “Employment with the company is not for a specified term and is at the mutual consent of the …
Articles
09/01/2013

To support your global practice, read fun facts about Singapore – a multi-cultural, multi-lingual and multi-racial country where English is the commercial language of choice.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: Singapore
… multi-lingual and multi-racial country where English is the commercial language of choice. Resource Details … multi-lingual and multi-racial country, but English is the com- mercial language of choice. As a former British colony, … gravy!  gerArd ChAn, ViCe PreSidenT, LegAL, SyMAnTeC For many, practicing “in Singapore” really means practicing …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
12/22/2015

This is a sample policy to provide guidelines with regard to employee blogging.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Employee Blogging Policies December 22, 2015 This is a sample policy to provide guidelines with regard to … Policies My [COMPANY] Community has opened an area in which users can maintain a blog (among other services). We … may want to write about something but worry that it is not for disclosure. This may lead to a missed opportunity to talk …
Advocacy Filings
12/14/2006

Principles of Federal Prosecution of Business Organizations

Resource Details
Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… The Department experienced unprecedented success in prosecuting corporate fraud during the last four years. We … the information used by our nation’s financial markets is more reliable, our retirement plans are more secure, and … is that corporations increasingly recognize the need for self-policing, self-reporting, and cooperation with law …
Peer Practice Examples
05/21/2009

Sprint-Nextel's General Counsel circulates a monthly budget report and is implementing settlement and recovery reporting to all legal staff to help the department in understanding decisions and related costs on a regular basis.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: Resource Library
… General Counsel circulates a monthly budget report and is implementing settlement and recovery reporting to all … within the law department’s budget (outside counsel costs for legal, government affairs and corporate secretary). In … Contact Information Terry Koehler (Terry.L.Koehler@sprint.com) … Sprint-Nextel's General Counsel circulates a monthly …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Jackson Lewis
05/18/2015

This check list helps employers ensure that their I-9 compliance systems are effective.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Financial Services
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Policies, and Contracts Preventive Measures Regarding I-9s For Employers Author Jackson Lewis May 18, 2015 This check … concise written guidance on how to complete Form I-9, who is responsible for the function, on which documents are … I-9s. HR personnel responsible for Form I-9 should receive in-person training on how to complete the form. • Conduct …
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