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Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
10/30/2014

This is a sample drug and alcohol policy for FMCSA-covered employees

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Policies, and Contracts Sample Drug and Alcohol Policy for FMCSA-Covered Employees October 30, 2014 This is a sample drug and alcohol policy for FMCSA-covered … the presence of the following substances: a. Marijuana b. Cocaine c. Opiates d. Amphetamines e. Phencyclidine (PCP) …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
02/03/2017

This is a sample temporary employment services agreement where Company 2 is in the business of providing temporary personnel, skilled, unskilled, and professional, as required.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Employment Services Agreement February 3, 2017 This is a sample temporary employment services agreement where … Member? Request a trial membership . … MASTER AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT SERVICES This Master Agreement for … test for amphetamines, barbiturates, benzodiazepines, cocaine metabolite, opiates, phencyclidine, marijuana …
Articles
Dóra Petrányi, Partner, CEE Managing Director, Global Co-Head of the Technology, Media and Communications Group, CMS; Katalin Horváth, Senior Counsel, CMS; Márton Domokos, Co-ordinator of the CEE Data Protection Practice, CMNO, CMS
11/09/2022
15 pages

Learn about the metaverse and related legal issues.

… ACC Member? Request a trial membership . … Part 1 | What is the metaverse? Part 1 | What is the metaverse? The … slogan, melody (sound trademark), https://www.cms-lawnow.com/ealerts/2022/07/legal-issues-in-the-metaverse Part 2 | … issues. This resource was originally published on the website of  CMS . … Dóra Petrányi, Partner, CEE Managing …
Articles
Tara Cho, Ted Claypoole
05/06/2023
4 pages

2023 is shaping up to be a landmark year for data privacy, as comprehensive consumer privacy laws take effect in four states and a fifth state expands its already robust privacy compliance requirements. Womble Bond Dickinson assembled a panel of privacy, technology and data security attorneys to discuss these upcoming changes and the regulatory compliance steps companies need to take. This article is taken from that conversation. 

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Region: United States
Audience: Mid-Career, New to In-House, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… Author Tara Cho, Ted Claypoole May 5, 2023 4 pages 2023 is shaping up to be a landmark year for data privacy, as … Member? Request a trial membership . … womblebonddickinson.com 2023 is shaping up to be a landmark year for data … versus employee data. “If you don’t have a link on your website that says, ‘Do Not Sell My Personal Information,’ you …
Program Materials
Shaka Johnson, Jonathan Jung, Simon Seidler
10/18/2016

Imagine you are in house at a digital/eCommerce company and your business team approaches you with plans to start selling internationally. They regale you with grand promises from global payment providers: "They'll take care of everything—local website, language translation, exchange rate, payment facilitation, etc. It's plug and play!" Not so fast. Before you get moving, there are a myriad of other essential pieces to consider: Will you be shipping physical products - if so, how and from where? Have we thought about customs duties, local product regulations, corporate tax implications, terms and conditions, and IP rights? Are there marketing and advertising restrictions in local countries? What data protection and security issues will we face? Join this session to delve into the many issues consumer-facing companies should address when seeking to expand globally.

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Source: Meetings
… payment providers: "They'll take care of everything—local website, language translation, exchange rate, payment … manual, more like a quick-start guide Local counsel is important, this approach increases effectiveness Overview … near the users Where are you selling to? The “free for all” countries Countries with consumers and money …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/10/2020
It’s an understatement to say companies still have trouble effectively implementing privacy by design. But it is possible to transform an otherwise mediocre privacy program into one that is best-in-class.
… trouble effectively implementing privacy by design. But it is possible to transform an otherwise mediocre privacy … TETs like the Tos;Dr  and TOSBack  tools support website users by evaluating and tracking the evolution of … MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT  WWW.ACC.COM , WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR RESOURCES BY PRACTICE AREA OR …
Articles
Uli Holubec, Attorney Editor, Practical Law Intellectual Property & Technology
08/18/2014

In this Quick Overview, in-house counsel can learn about important Intellectual Property terms that are often used when working with outside counsel in the United States.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… both more meaningful and cost-effective. 1. USPTO This is center stage, where patents and trademarks are concerned. … status of a trademark or patent application on the USPTO's website ( http://www.uspto.gov/ ). For more on office … gTLDs - extensions other than the traditional ones like .com and .net. This means greater marketing options for you, …
Articles
Richard D. Lutkus, Andrew Lucano and Tushar P. Vaidya
06/01/2018

This QuickCounsel (Quick Overview) outlines what companies could have done and should be doing to protect their data against cybersecurity threats.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… those with sensitive data are often more lucrative targets for malicious hackers. What often does not get discussed in the news, however, is what companies could have done and should be doing to … could lead to not only over-valuing a target but also "buying a problem" that is not simply solved by collecting …
Articles
Henry W. (Hank) Jones, III and Rebecca Lorance
05/01/2012

As in-house counsel, your clients expect excellence in lawsuit process management — simply handing the reins to outside counsel won’t impress them. Instead of focusing on traditional legal strategies, expand your view to include a broad range of business concepts, processes and skills to optimally manage litigation. Learn how to work across different levels and functions to improve litigation results and the business as a whole.

… resolution from non-lawyers? Today’s business environment is global, complex and fast-changing. Clients must reassess, … Docket author and can be contacted at memphishank@gmail.com. REBECCA LORANCE is senior litigation counsel for Dell in … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/18/2020
Lorne O'Reilly and Sanjeev Dhawan discuss their careers and their involvement with ACC.
In reality, the product or service our organization offers is electricity, which is really part of a mature industry. … did you come to your positions and what advice do you have for in-house counsel looking for new opportunities? O’Reilly: … is very individual for each member: Some members find the online resource is to be of tremendous benefit, while others …
Articles
Adrien Lane, Director of Procurement, NV Energy, and Tara Young, Senior Attorney, NV Energy
11/01/2019
8 pages

This ACC Docket article provides in-house counsel with an overview of the procurement process at larger companies, specific clauses in vendor agreements that are important to review before entering into a contract with a vendor, and a guide to procuring clean energy for your company.

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Collection: Sustainability
Region: United States
… way for a small- to medium-sized company to go green is to work with its existing utility in a regulated market, … me on my terms.” However, most goods and services have com- petition available. Instead of trying to reach agreeable … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/24/2023
You can almost always make more money in a new job or title, but to excel, you need to grow where you are and learn that money doesn’t buy happiness. #ACCDocket #CareerPath #ACC
… Banner artwork by everything bagel / Shutterstock.com I've noted before that bad advice is plentiful. See Career Path: Develop Principles . Still, I … "Even if you're happy at your job, getting a new job for more pay is a good strategy as inflation eats into …
Articles
Affie Ambrose, Brett Coffee and Steven Bell
07/01/2011
8 pages

Personal brand equity is a vital component of successful business — even for busy in-house attorneys. Luckily, social media tools such as LinkedIn and Twitter are invaluable assets when it comes to efficiently enhancing your brand. Make sure your brand isn’t in the bargain bin.

… and Steven Bell July 1, 2011 8 pages Personal brand equity is a vital component of successful business — even for busy … Foerster with its saucy MoFo nomenclature and spare website; and Womble Carlyle with its bulldog, Winston, all … sense.” She can be contacted at aambrose@acumensolutions.com. BRETT COFFEE is the general counsel and VP of Business …
Articles
Maggy Baccinelli
06/01/2011

Michael Wu, general counsel of Rosetta Stone Inc., discusses anti-bribery law, IP and enforcement issues, and the office as a global meeting place.

… | Practice Resources As general counsel, Michael Wu is responsible for all legal, corporate governance, … Alumni Association.He can be contacted at mwu@rosettastone.com. Rosetta Stone’s Global Reach: An Interview with General … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/01/2015
This article looks at five trends emerging from the “big data” industry.
… Docket Article Too Much Information: How Big Data is Changing Legal and Commercial Risk Management Sylvain … from many websites. Scraping can lead to IP claims by website owners for misappropriation of their web content. … Case C-30/14. The draft General Data Protection Regulation COM (2012) 11/4. see FCA Business Plan 2015/2016. See for
Checklists
Thomson Reuters
10/30/2014

A Checklist of best practices for public companies and their counsel to consider when the company and its employees are active in social media. This Checklist offers suggestions in dealing with the limitations and challenges that federal securities laws place on the use of social media and avoiding violations of the securities laws. This Checklist also covers social media use during sensitive disclosure periods, such as during securities offerings and proxy solicitations.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… to contemplate the use of social media. • If the company is part of a highly regulated industry, for example … Best Practices Checklist 8/11/2014http://us.practicallaw.com/4-517-7812 Implement Social Media Education and Training … Media Compliance with Securities and Disclosure Laws: SEC Website Guidance), consider first disseminating material …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/30/2021
Frederick “Fritz” Lanham might be best known for helping enact the Trademark Act of 1946 — better known as the Lanham Act — 75 years ago, but he was much more than a congressman from Texas.
… 06/30/2021 Frederick “Fritz” Lanham might be best known for helping enact the Trademark Act of 1946 — better known as … of federal legislation and other notable projects, Lanham is most known for his influence in the field of US federal … the State Bar of Texas Intellectual Property Section’s website to catch up on all upcoming events occurring in 2021 …
Articles
Janet H. Moore
07/01/2012

This article helps attorneys understand that with the increase of globalization, he must be prepared to handle (or refer) international issues that arise.

… . … 566 Texas Bar Journal  July 2012 www.texasbar.com BY JANET H. MOORE lobalization increases daily. All … refer) international issues that arise. Understanding What Is Involved International lawyers manage a lot of uncertainty … Association draws thousands of lawyers. (The Hieros Gamos website, www.hg.org, lists such bar associations.) Lawyers …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/01/2019
This article addresses some frequently asked questions about the current state of industrial hemp. It seeks to provide practical answers to questions about an area of law that is both fascinating and in a state of flux.
… practical answers to questions about an area of law that is both fascinating and in a state of flux. Resource Details … are among the handful of countries to legalize cannabis for nonmedical use. Both Canada and the United States … — no different than heroin, LSD, GHB, or MDMA (but not cocaine, which has an accepted medical use, and is therefore …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/06/2019
The increasing importance of intangible assets has brought brand protection and the effective enforcement of intellectual property rights to the forefront of the legal landscape. This article serves as your experienced guide to navigate the global ecommerce jungle of brand protection.
… sellers. Patent protection. If you develop a design that is non-functional, seek patent protection before releasing … important impacts on brands, such online impersonation, website spoofing, cybersquatting, and more. The rise of … of the internet and the launch of ecommerce giant Amazon.com in 1995, almost all retail transactions occurred in
Articles
04/07/2023

This Wisdom of the Crowd (ACC member discussion) discusses how to address an elderly employee's request to be provided with a scooter, and related questions pertaining to reasonable accommodation under the US Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and potential claims of unequal treatment. This resource was compiled from questions and responses posted on the forum of the Employment & Labor Law ACC Network.

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Source: Resource Library
Collection: ADA
Region: United States
… Articles How to Address an Employee's Request for a Scooter as an Accommodation (United States) April 7, … to work, but has decided he needs a scooter. There is no question that under the Americans with Disabilities Act … time someone needs one. I would not get in the habit of buying personal devices that the employees keep and use at …
Articles
Karl Nelson, Svetlana Gans, Andrew Kilberg, Chris Wilson, Claire Piepenburg, and Emma Li (Gibson Dunn)
07/09/2024
4 pages

On April 23, 2024, the US Federal Trade Commission voted 3-2 to adopt a sweeping final rule banning the use of non-compete agreements nationwide.

This article provides of an overview of the final rule, which marks an abrupt departure from existing law in many jurisdictions and has drawn almost immediate legal challenges.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Region: United States
… (157.21 KB) Download Save to My Resources … gibsondunn.com 1 April 24, 2024 FTC Issues Final Rule Barring Employee … workers by the FTC’s own estimates.[1] The final rule is presently set to become effective 120 days after its … potential procompetitive value and therefore were reviewed for reasonableness. It also marks a sharp departure from the …
… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103 fax +1 202.293.4107 www.acc.com This Leading Practices Profile, which updates 2010’s … of the views of ACC, unless so stated. Further, this LPP is not intended as a definitive statement on the subject; … Counsel. For more information about ACC please visit our website at www.acc.com. For more Leading Practice Profiles …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/23/2021
From implementing a new CMS to helping shift sales online during lockdown measures, Meng Choo has pioneered and built Sephora Asia’s legal department in Southeast Asia.
… From implementing a new CMS to helping shift sales online during lockdown measures, Meng Choo has pioneered and … recognize in-house counsel between the ages of 30 and 39 for their innovation, global perspectives, proactive … ground up, the legal department in Southeast Asia, which is part of a team of 60 lawyers globally (a lean team in
Program Materials
Dorothy Quann, Michaelle Shultz, David Whelan
06/19/2014

Learn practical ways to use your mobile technology (tablets/smart phones/etc.) in your daily practice; Explore the challenges and limitations you may face including ethical, data security, and privacy issues;Receive "top picks" for legal apps for corporate counsel.

… Leave your Laptop at Work Dorothy Quann Dorothy Quann is the vice president and general counsel of Xerox Canada. … and improve workflows, and is overseeing a website overhaul designed to make the ACC site more … Canada 16 of 43 Input:    Styluses   Source:    iphoneJD.com   ACC 2014 Emerging Global Trends for Corporate Counsel …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/09/2024
Be aware of employee rights and limitations in the workplace regarding free speech and Election Day time off as we slide into election season. #ACCDocket #inhouse
… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by Lightspring / Shutterstock.com With 2024 being an election year, employers will likely … generally only restricts action by the government — it is not applicable to private employers. However, the National … and non-union, the right to engage in concerted activity for the purposes of collective bargaining or other mutual aid …
Articles
Karmen Fox, Web Content Editor, ACC Docket – Association of Corporate Counsel
10/25/2019

While you can put off your work until later, do your future self a favor and follow these tips to finish it sooner.

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… occasionally or often? While there may be many reasons for this behavior, procrastination can add unnecessary stress … finish your work on time. 1. Take action The first step is often the hardest, but it can be as simple as opening a … of procrastination is not knowing where to start. Working in smaller increments makes the assignment less daunting. …
Articles
Jeffrey Carr and Michael Walsh
11/01/2008

Whether you believe that the legal profession has changed little or drastically, one thing that has evolved over the years is the role of general counsel. The GC role that once consisted of oversight and management of the legal function now involves everything from advising on issues of globalization to risk management. GCs and their legal departments therefore must be armed with the necessary resources to insure their organizations’ success.

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… or drastically, one thing that has evolved over the years is the role of general counsel. The GC role that once … Broker 50.” He can be contacted at jeffrey. carr@fmcti.com. MICHaeL WaLSH is the president and CeO of US legal … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com where you can browse our resources …
Articles
Bennie Smith and Ronké Ekwensi
07/01/2015

Legal departments must stay abreast of the risks of collecting and using Big Data. An unsecured stockpile of consumer data, for instance, is a treasure trove for hackers. If issues of privacy, over-collection and data decay — among others — are not given thorough attention, your organization’s Big Data policy could prove to be a significant liability.

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Source: ACC Docket
… An unsecured stockpile of consumer data, for instance, is a treasure trove for hackers. If issues of privacy, … trust-based marketplace as vice president. bennie@fanduel.com Ronké Ekwensi is a managing director in the legal … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/05/2024
Welcome to our daily summary of the 2024 ACC Annual Meeting! We’re bringing you important insights, exciting moments, and major takeaways from each day. Whether you’re in Nashville or following from afar, we’re here to share the best of what’s happening at the Meeting, so you don’t miss out.
… WEDNESDAY WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9 Despite Some Headwinds, DEI Is Still Going Strong DEI has largely been viewed as a … what initiatives companies have taken, and best practices for DEI going forward to foster a diverse, innovative work … right to practice resource: https://www.acc.com/advocacy/right-to-practice . Spotlight: FTC Commissioner …
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