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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
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CMS
08/21/2023
227 pages

This guide provides an overview of cryptoasset regulation (prior to the introduction of MiCA), focussing at this point on European jurisdictions, both inside and outside the EU. It summarizes the regulations applying to the main activities performed by cryptoasset service providers and the requirements of the licensing regimes, including time and cost.

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Region: Global, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, France, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Netherlands
… of the licensing regimes, including time and cost. Our aim is to provide information which is both legally accurate and … in the cryptocurrency exchange market in Chile are Buda.com, CryptoMKT and OrionX. Within the brokerage market, … a number of steps, which are set out on the Central Bank’s website. General Apart from the anti-money laundering …
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 …
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CMS
08/21/2023
143 pages

This guide, initially published in 2020, reflects on the remote adjustments of working environments within the COVID-19 pandemic and looks forward at the ever evolving laws and regulations surrounding remote work. The push for employers to embrace remote work remains strong, but there are many factors to consider in this shift.

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Region: Global, Czech Republic, Netherlands, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, China, Colombia, Croatia, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Luxembourg, Monaco, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom
… explore key questions related to remote work, including: Is there legislation relating to work from home in your … feel free to reach out to us at employment@cmslegal.com. 3 | CMS Expert Guide to remote working … This resource was originally published and updated on the website of  CMS  on August 11, 2023. … CMS … This guide, …
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CMS
10/10/2022
242 pages

In this multi-country guide, learn about class actions in a wide range of jurisdictions in Europe.

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Region: Europe, Albania, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Luxembourg, Montenegro, Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Romania, Russia, Scotland, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, Netherlands
… actions Class actions have been on the rise in Europe for a number of years, but the rate is accelerating. New procedural devices intended to better … newspapers, including a local daily newspaper, and on the website of the respective organization for protection of …
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Global Legal Group
05/23/2023
226 pages

This multijurisdictional guide covers common issues in initial public offerings, including the IPO process, regulatory architecture, public company responsibilities, potential risks, liabilities, and pitfalls.

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Region: Global, Cyprus, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, India, Ireland, Italy, South Korea, Luxembourg, Portugal, Singapore, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey, United Kingdom, United States
… ISBN 978-1-83918-264-8 ISSN 2399-9594 This publication is for general information purposes only. It does not purport … Offerings 2023, Seventh Edition 1 www.globallegalinsights.com Foreword Joseph Corcoran Securities Industry and … issued by the company, including information posted on its website. In addition to periodic reports, a public U.S. …
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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 …
Articles
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 …
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) • …
… 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 …
Articles
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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CMS
01/06/2023
138 pages

In this multi-country guide, learn about the rules on approaching investors in different jurisdictions, in relation to an offer or issue of shares.

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Region: Global, Europe, Middle East, Asia, South America, North America, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Chile, China, Croatia, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Hungary, Italy, Luxembourg, Mexico, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Singapore, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, Czech Republic, Netherlands, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States
… are asked across CMS in our Equity Capital Market practice is what are the rules about approaching a limited number of … large institutions or funds to conducting a mini-roadshow for a number of such investors. Alternatively, it can be for … Exchange (BSE) or on another MTF, it must publish on its website a document prepared in compliance with the rules of …
Articles
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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Global Legal Group
02/28/2024
342 pages

This multi-jurisdictional guide is designed to provide insight into the practicalities of M&A, highlighting market trends and legal developments as well as practical and strategic considerations.

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Region: Austria, Bermuda, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Cayman Islands, China, Croatia, Cyprus, Denmark, Finland, France, Greece, Hungary, India, Ireland, Japan, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Mauritius, Montenegro, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Portugal, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States, Zambia, Zimbabwe
… 28, 2024 342 pages This multi-jurisdictional guide is designed to provide insight into the practicalities of … Kingdom +44 207 367 0720 info@glgroup.co.uk www.iclg.com Strategic Partners Printed by Ashford Colour Press Ltd. … reports. Further information is available on the target’s website; in particular, targets must post their comprehensive …
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Global Legal Group
08/04/2023
200 pages

In this multi-jurisdictional guide, explore an overview of key legal issues, rules and developments regarding corporate governance across a range of jurisdictions.

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Region: Global, Austria, Brazil, China, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Italy, Japan, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States, Zambia, Zimbabwe
… Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz Disclaimer This publication is for general information purposes only. It does not purport … Kingdom +44 207 367 0720 info@glgroup.co.uk www.iclg.com Printed by Ashford Colour Press Ltd. Cover image Fraser … accounts, at the registered seat of the company or on its website at least 21 days before the share- holders’ meeting. …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/16/2021
Daniel Książek, an attorney working on the IKEA case that could set a precedent for labor rights in Poland, speaks with ACC.
… Docket Article The Lawyer Fighting for LGBTQ Protection in the Polish Workplace Association of Corporate Counsel … preceded by a personal opinion on homosexuality. IKEA is now facing a civil lawsuit by the employee for wrongful …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 01/13/2016
Michelle Banks of Gap Inc. — the American multinational clothing and accessories retailer behind brand names Gap, Banana Republic, Old Navy, Athleta and Intermix, with more than 140,000 employees and over 3,700 company-operated and franchise stores worldwide — cares about women.
… and franchise stores worldwide — cares about women. This is a good thing, especially because she works predominantly with women and predominately for women. Not only do women make about 80 percent of … has not always been surrounded by women. Her two prior in-house jobs were as legal counsel for the Golden State …
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Owen Kurtin, Kurtin PLLC
09/20/2022
11 pages

SPACs (“Special Purpose Acquisition Companies”) burst into mainstream popularity in 2020 as a financing alternative to traditional Initial Public Offerings (“IPOs”) and private placements after years of on-again-off-again vogue. While SPACs are not for every business financing need, they have largely shed an earlier sometimes negative reputation and emerged as a mainstream alternative in the palette of financing options. This article discusses SPACs and “Deal Points” on important considerations in the SPAC IPO and business combination process 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 SPACS: AN IPO AND PRIVATE EQUITY … of the SPAC, down to the industry in which an acquisition is intended, or may be open as to corporate purpose, a true … Funds sectors. For further information, please visit our website at Kurtin PLLC and contact Kurtin PLLC Information. …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/05/2023
Sidestep costly legal battles and learn essential strategies for compliant auto-renewal contracts. Contracts Corner columnist Billie Audia and Christina Baldovin, senior contracts counsel of programmers.io, share 7 crucial tactics. #FTC #BusinessLaw #LegalCompliance #ContractLaw #ACC #ACCDocket
… costly legal battles and learn essential strategies for compliant auto-renewal contracts. Contracts Corner … ACC Docket … Banner artwork VectorMine / Shutterstock.com From Peloton memberships to New York Times subscriptions, … auto-renewal arrangements. When an auto-renewal clause is part of a commercial contract between two businesses, it …
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 …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/01/2017
If your company is addressing GDPR, build in this newly proposed regulation. You may wind up undoing some changes you’ve made in the past few years, but in most cases, you will be adding these new requirements into your action plan for European operations.
… Mad? K Royal Publication Date: 06/01/2017 If your company is addressing GDPR, build in this newly proposed regulation. … the Regions, A Digital Single Market Strategy for Europe, COM(2015) 192 final. The European Commission states that: … consent, such as those strictly required to operate the website. The proposed regulation also wants browser providers …
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 …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/21/2020
The answer was, and still is, to insist that outside counsel also embrace digitization. Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) software digitizes contract processes end-to-end, allowing lawyers to create, negotiate, and manage contracts and related documents entirely online.
… Publication Date: 10/21/2020 The answer was, and still is, to insist that outside counsel also embrace digitization. … and manage contracts and related documents entirely online. Resource Details Interest Area: Technology, Privacy, … processes at scale;  Enable faster remote access for easier collaboration; and  Eliminate hidden costs and …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 02/11/2021
Social media influencers and endorsers have become integral to advertising strategies for companies. In-house counsel are dealing with this fairly new marketing tool that poses unique risks for the company’s reputation and brand.
… endorsers have become integral to advertising strategies for companies. In-house counsel are dealing with this fairly … Alturo CHEAT SHEET The power of influence. An influencer is generally someone with the power to affect the buying habits of others through their large public following …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/01/2018
In days past, companies may have been reluctant to share information about cybersecurity issues with others. But in today’s interconnected society, no single entity can fight the threat of online intrusion alone. It takes a village to protect businesses from cybercrime; joining an information sharing organizations provide the means for businesses to become part of that village.
… an information sharing organizations provide the means for businesses to become part of that village. Resource … or geographic area does the organization focus on? Is my business set up to participate in an … For more information, visit your law school’s website. 2. Joining an industry-specific sharing organization …
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