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Owen D. Kurtin, Kurtin PLLC
03/07/2023
8 pages

This article includes a review of Wyoming’s attributes as a jurisdiction to base a corporation, limited partnership (“LP”) or
limited liability company (“LLC”), and then reviews Wyoming’s unique (in the United States) laws facilitating company and investment fund formation and investment vehicles focused on cryptocurrencies, digital assets and DAOs.

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Region: United States
… a trial membership . … T: 212.554.3373 | E: info@kurtinlaw.com | W: www.kurtinlaw.com 1 WYOMING’S DIGITAL ASSETS AND DAO … at Kurtin PLLC Venture Capital & Private Equity. Wyoming is one of several U.S. states with no income tax (the others … about our professional services, please visit our website at https://kurtinlaw.com/ and contact us at …
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Rafael Sánchez and Franscela Sapien, Cuesta Campos & Asociados, S.C.
02/13/2019

In this quick overview, in-house counsel will learn about different regulations in the new trade agreement, USMCA (United States Mexico Canada Agreement).

… Articles The USMCA-Ten Things to Keep in Mind for Companies in Mexico Author Rafael Sánchez and Franscela … for Companies in Mexico Feb 13, 2019 Top Ten This resource is sponsored by: Authors: Rafael Sánchez and Franscela … The following new rules apply only to goods purchased online and shipped by "express shipments" (e.g. FedEx, UPS, …
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Peter Reeves, Partner, Robert O’Grady, Lawyer, and Emily Shen, Lawyer, Gilbert + Tobin
12/10/2020
4 pages

This article provides an introduction to the Australian FinTech landscape. In particular, the article considers recent significant developments to that landscape, which have increasingly become a defining feature of the Asia-Pacific’s economic and legal standing in the global context.

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Region: Australia
Audience: Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… pay later; • the growth of digital assets; • use cases for blockchain and distributed ledger technology; and • … and investment and data and analytics. https://chambers.com/content/item/3839 https://chambers.com/content/item/3839 … and other stakeholders and its first interim report is due 30 November 2021. Payments system reviews During the …
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Eversheds
11/01/2016
7 pages

In this short article, explore an overview of regulations and issues relating to the use of e-Signatures, with a focus on the European Union, the United States, and the United Kingdom.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: European Union, United Kingdom, United States
… 2015. 3 www.docusign.co.uk/company 4 https://acrobat.adobe.com/us/en/documents/esignatures.html What is an e-signature? The “eIDAS” Regulation5 cryptically … (simple and qualified)  electronic documents (simple)  website authentication (qualified) 13 Electronic Signature …
Program Materials
Michelle Hoogendam Cash - managing director and employment counsel, Major, Hagen & Africa - Attorney Search; Jackie L. Gross - senior attorney, NEC USA, Inc.; and Michele Kirk - assistant general counsel, labor and employment, Honeywell International Inc.
04/20/2004

A review of employment law for the previous year.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… Inc. April 19, 2004 A review of employment law for the previous year. Resource Details Interest Area: … 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 506:Labor & Employment Law Year in Review Michelle …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
05/25/2017

This is a sample policy regarding substance abuse.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Contracts Sample Substance Abuse Policy May 25, 2017 This is a sample policy regarding substance abuse. Resource … drugs, which are legally obtained by the employee and used for the purpose for which they were prescribed and sold. … MDA, MDEA, MDMA), barbiturates, benzodiazepines, cocaine, marijuana and “synthetic” marijuana, opiates …
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Erich A. Drotleff, Adam Hepworth, Betsy Rosen, and Hannah Zaitlin
10/01/2017

The current opioid epidemic has increased at an alarming rate. From 2000 to 2015, from the United States and Canada, to Europe and South America, about half a million people have died from opioid-related drug overdoses. This article identifies and discusses recently proposed or finalized noteworthy US statutes and regulations applicable to the substance-use-disorder industry, promulgated by both federal agencies and state legislatures in response to the nationwide opioid addiction crises.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
For the United States, what seems a divisive nation, it is unfortunate that it has taken a public-health crisis to … educational organization. erich.drotleff@sutherlandglobal.com Adam Hepworth is an associate and healthcare business … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
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Marcello Pedroso Pereira, Partner of Social Security department at Demarest Advogados
01/31/2014

According to Brazilian law, the Accident Prevention Factor (FAP) for each company is determined according to the number of labor accidents and illnesses that have generated payment of social security benefits. The FAP calculation is mainly based on the frequency, level of importance and cost of the labor illnesses and labor accidents of each company. In recent years, the social security website has provided the specific FAP for each legal entity. Read on to learn more about FAP regulation.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Brazil
… to Brazilian law, the Accident Prevention Factor (FAP) for each company is determined according to the number of labor accidents and … of each company. In recent years, the social security website has provided the specific FAP for each legal entity. …
Articles
11/17/2015
37 pages

This is a global guide to anti-corruption legislation.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, China, Czech Republic, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Lithuania, Netherlands, Peru, Poland, Romania, Russia, Scotland, Singapore, Slovakia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States
… Legislation November 17, 2015 37 pages This is a global guide to anti-corruption legislation. Resource … foreign public officials Can a corporation be prosecuted for acts of overseas agents, intermediaries, joint venture … Humphery-Smith +61 3 9269 9116 dhumpherysmith@landers.com.au Austria Fellner Wratzfeld & Partner Paul Luiki +43 1 …
Owen D. Kurtin, Kurtin PLLC
09/29/2022
6 pages

This article gives a general overview of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and following the discussion are “Deal Points” on important considerations in the purchase or sale of a business: what to do, and what at all costs not to do.

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Region: United States
… a trial membership . … T: 212.554.3373 | E: info@kurtinlaw.com | W: www.kurtinlaw.com 1 MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS I: … TYPES: DEAL POINTS April 2022 I. Executive Summary This is the first of a series of advisories on Mergers and … further information about our services, please visit our website at https://kurtinlaw.com/ and contact …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/01/2018
In a world where reaching generalized audiences is easier than ever, even counsel at non-media companies need to recognize the most common legal risks for publishing liability, particularly on social media, as well as the key strategies both for heading off problems and for dealing with threats most effectively when they arise. This article examines these issues and recommends specific strategies.
… 12/01/2018 In a world where reaching generalized audiences is easier than ever, even counsel at non-media companies need to recognize the most common legal risks for publishing liability, particularly on social media, as … like defamation or misappropriation of publicity rights. Online content. The majority of online content is protected …
Articles
Eversheds Sutherland
07/11/2022
10 pages

Learn about top developments from 2021 regarding criminal investigations and enforcement actions relating to fraud, bribery and corruption offences in the UK.

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Region: United Kingdom
… 7 Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP is a limited liability partnership, registered in England and … a list of offices, please visit www.eversheds-sutherland.com. 1 Welcome to Eversheds Sutherland’s Fraud and Corruption … Please refer to the full terms and conditions on our website. Contacts eversheds-sutherland.com © Eversheds …
Articles
11/17/2015

This is a brief booklet describing the main characteristics of various legal entities throughout Europe.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom
… Guide to Corporations in Europe November 17, 2015 This is a brief booklet describing the main characteristics of … corporations registered in England). The Companies House website contains accessible documents and guidance, see … activities in Germany. Business activities other than com-mercial or industrial operations can be performed …
Articles
Kristalyn J. Loson and Jeffrey S. Tenenbaum,
11/05/2014

Approximately 40 US states require charitable solicitation registration, and navigating the maze of laws and registration/renewal regulations can be laborious. While many nonprofits outsource registration management to law firms or specialized companies, others elect to complete registrations on their own. For nonprofits seeking to do this work in-house, learn some pointers that help guide counsel through the nuances and pitfalls of charitable solicitation registration.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… others elect to complete registrations on their own. For nonprofits seeking to do this work in-house, learn some … following close behind. And don't forget about website-based solicitation, social media campaigns, … a bazaar or performance for which a contribution is requested; soliciting grants from foundations; or stating …
Articles
Angelique Carson, CIPP/US
06/03/2013

<a href="https://www.privacyassociation.org/publications/2013_06_03_consent_is_king_in_latin_america_navigating_the_eight_existing">Consent Is King in Latin America: Navigating the Eight Existing DPAs with a Look to the Future</a><br><br>


A discussion of the various data protection laws in Latin America and the problems they may present for companies doing business in the region.

Please note that the following resources are made available by the website of the International Association of Privacy Professionals. The materials are free of cost.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay
… Articles Consent Is King in Latin America: Navigating the Eight Existing DPAs … laws in Latin America and the problems they may present for companies doing business in the region. Please note that the following resources are made available by the website of the International Association of Privacy …
Articles
09/28/2023

A list of resources on warranties in commercial agreements, mergers and acquisitions, and consumer contracts.

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Region: Global, United States, United Kingdom, South America
… Kathleen E. Wegrzyn, of Foley & Lardner LLP (2019) Fit for What Purpose? Understanding the Warranty of Fitness for … Warranties for Software Design , by Jones Day (2018) What is a Warranty? , by Patrick Ivy, Newburn Law, P.C. (2021) … H. Thiem, Savannah G. Darnall, of K&L Gates (2021) Buying a Business: The Role of Warranties and Indemnities in
Articles
CMS
10/07/2022
92 pages

An overview of mergers and acquisitions in Europe in 2021.

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Region: Europe, United Arab Emirates, Israel
… 10 The global picture 44 The future of telecom businesses is in the cloud 27 Private equity’s ESG expertise equips CEE … Popescu Partner, CMS Romania/CEE horea.popescu@cms-cmno.com Radivoje Petrikić Partner, CMS Austria/SEE … and academic clients. The company was founded in 1994. Website: emis.com CMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang LLP …
Program Materials
Melanie Brown
Richard Carlton
Sherie Edwards
Kevin Plante
10/30/2013

"I am now the most miserable man living," Abraham Lincoln declared on January 1, 1841. Great minds are most at risk for anxiety and burnout. New research shows that prolonged stress can actually change brain chemistry. In addition, out of 100 professions surveyed, lawyers have the highest rate of depression, divorce, addiction and suicide. Not only can this session help with your ethics or substance-abuse CLE hours, it will also help you: (1) recognize potential "career killers," such as substance abuse, depression and stress; (2) identify resources when help is needed; (3) survive emotional storms; (4) calm the mind; (5) effectively face anxiety, both at home and in the workplace; and (6) develop resiliency skills. (Eligible for Prevention of Substance Abuse CLE credit in some states.)

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Meetings
… declared on January 1, 1841. Great minds are most at risk for anxiety and burnout. New research shows that prolonged … depression and stress; (2) identify resources when help is needed; (3) survive emotional storms; (4) calm the mind; … to ACC’s Legal Resources Department at legalresources@acc.com Wednesday, October 30 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM 1010: Substance …
Articles
Lydia Flocchini, Thomson Reuters
08/10/2011

This brief resource (Quick Counsel) discusses how legal research technology is transforming the practice of law for in-house counsel and how technological advancements are saving law departments money.

… Articles Legal Research Technology for Corporate Counsel Author Lydia Flocchini, Thomson Reuters … (Quick Counsel) discusses how legal research technology is transforming the practice of law for in-house counsel and … decades, legal research has evolved from print research to online research. With both types, the goal is the same: to …
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Owen D. Kurtin, Kurtin PLLC
10/05/2022
7 pages

This article focuses on how to pay the “Acquisition Consideration,” the purchase price for the business being acquired, with cash, stock, assumption of debt, a combination, or some other form of payment. Following the discussion are “Deal Points” on important considerations in the purchase or sale of a business: what to do, and what at all costs not to do.

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Region: United States
… a trial membership . … T: 212.554.3373 | E: info@kurtinlaw.com | W: www.kurtinlaw.com 1 MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS III: … DEAL POINTS May 2022 I. Executive Summary This is the third of a series of periodically issued advisories on … (“M&A II”), are available with other M&A resources on our website at Kurtin PLLC Mergers & Acquisitions and on Lexology …
Articles
the Lex Mundi Life Sciences group
01/30/2017
139 pages

This guide presents an overview of key legal and regulatory issues in the medical device business across a range of jurisdictions.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Austria, Barbados, Brazil, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, Finland, Ireland, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania, South Africa, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Ukraine, United States
… an ACC Member? Request a trial membership . … www.lexmundi.com Medical Devices A Global Practice Guide prepared by the … Sciences Practice Group Global Practice Guide Lex Mundi is the world’s leading network of independent law firms with … information on their homepage. Most information on the website of the Austrian Economic Chamber is only available to …
Program Materials
Philip Calderone, Alan Greenspan, Derek Holland, Erin Kilgore
10/30/2014

Discover how to handle alcohol-related issues that every company must address, from meetings and social events to HR issues. What is the three-tier system and how does it work, including restrictions on marketing practices, licensing, etc.? What is the regulatory framework (state and federal) for becoming part of the industry and/or having an event where alcohol is served? What is the liability of businesses that host events where alcohol is served to the public or to employees (i.e. driving while intoxicated, personal injury, etc.)? Speakers will discuss workplace drug and alcohol programs and policies and provide sample materials.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… from meetings and social events to HR issues. What is the three-tier system and how does it work, including … etc.? What is the regulatory framework (state and federal) for becoming part of the industry and/or having an event … Substances tested under a DOT/FMCSA program: • Marijuana • Cocaine • Opiates (opium and codeine derivatives) • …
Articles
03/22/2013

The Guide to the ACC Value Challenge in Europe is a user-friendly resource designed for both those who are just beginning to look at value in the in-house legal function, and those who have already made progress in delivering value.
Each chapter provides basic guidelines and a few more advanced approaches. Some chapters may be more useful to those just starting out on the ACC Value Challenge, and other chapters may provide greater benefit to those who are already leading initiatives to increase value from external or internal resources. The case examples included in the guide provide a range of beginning to advanced steps as well. <br><br>Download the PDF, or view the interactive digital edition at <a href="http://www.acc.com/valuechallenge/europe">www.acc.com/valuechallenge/europe </a>

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: Resource Library
Region: Albania, Armenia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, European Union, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Isle of Man, Italy, Kazakhstan, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Montenegro, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, United Kingdom
… 22, 2013 The Guide to the ACC Value Challenge in Europe is a user-friendly resource designed for both those who are … the interactive digital edition at <a href="http://www.acc.com/valuechallenge/europe">www.acc.com/valuechallenge/europe … from published ACC resources that are available on the ACC website. In some cases, the text has been adapted for the …
… Events Safeguarding Your Brand Online: Key Insights from Law Department Leaders Available … Litigation and Dispute Resolution Details & Registration … In today’s digital world, the online presence and promotion of your brand is more important than ever. Join industry experts as they …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/07/2020
Companies today are expected to have detailed and multi-faceted social media touch points with customers and stakeholders. This does not mean that advertising law has suddenly relaxed, or that corporate legal obligations in each legal jurisdiction have gone away. In many cases, with new digital privacy and consumer protection laws and regulations going into effect around the world regularly, the legal field is more complex than ever.
… into effect around the world regularly, the legal field is more complex than ever. Resource Details Interest Area: … digital advertising model is increasing the ranking of the website on a search engine by increasing traffic to the site. … media accounts, visit ACC Docket’s website:  accdocket.com/articles/ceo-social-media.cfm Multi-jurisdictional …
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Eversheds Sutherland
10/18/2022
11 pages

Learn about the suggestions by European lawmakers to regulate windfall profits in the electricity markets in the EU and member states.

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Region: European Union, Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Slovakia, Sweden, Netherlands, United Kingdom
… Netherlands, United Kingdom File eversheds-sutherland.com-EU and Member States plan intervention in electricity … generation technology). The current marginal determinator is electricity generated by gas-fired power plants. This high … states.  This resource was originally published on the website of Eversheds Sutherland  in September 2022. … …
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Owen Kurtin, Kurtin PLLC
03/07/2023
12 pages

This article will focuses on an Acquiror’s financing of an M&A transaction, whether through cash, use of existing Acquiror stock, issuance of new Acquiror stock, debt, assumption of Target debt or some combination thereof.

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Region: United States
… Save to My Resources … T: 212.554.3373 | E: info@kurtinlaw.com | W: https://kurtinlaw.com 1 MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS X: … M&A: DEAL POINTS January 2023 I. Executive Summary This is the tenth in the series of advisories we started last year … the preceding links, along with other M&A resources on our website at Kurtin PLLC Mergers & Acquisitions and on …
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Owen D. Kurtin, Kurtin PLLC
03/07/2023
15 pages

This article focuses on Public M&A, in which Target is a public reporting company under the Exchange Act.

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Region: United States
… pages This article focuses on Public M&A, in which Target is a public reporting company under the Exchange Act. … Save to My Resources … T: 212.554.3373 | E: info@kurtinlaw.com | W: https://kurtinlaw.com 1 MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS XI: … the preceding links, along with other M&A resources on our website at Kurtin PLLC Mergers & Acquisitions and on …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 08/01/2017
We put together plans for getting into and graduating from college, for saving and buying a house, and for finding and applying for a new job. But somehow identifying a path for progression within our organization doesn’t merit the same kind of attention.
… Wiley Publication Date: 08/01/2017 We put together plans for getting into and graduating from college, for saving and buying a house, and for finding and applying for a new job. … obstacles encountered along the way. Although the captain is likely the first person we think of, the navigator’s role …
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Andy Serwin, Miriam Wugmeister, and Adam Fleisher, Morrison & Foerster LLP
02/03/2014

This Top Ten examines ten hot-button privacy and data security issues and presents questions to help you gauge whether your organization is at risk, in the U.S. or abroad.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Australia, Canada, European Union, Hong Kong, United Kingdom, United States
… questions to help you gauge whether your organization is at risk, in the U.S. or abroad. Resource Details Interest … to the promises they make in their privacy policies. For instance, the FTC recently settled with an online … discussions surrounding DNT? How would you disclose your website's policy with regard to DNT? 5. Data Breaches In the …
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