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Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/09/2020
One option for strategic in-house lawyering is to spearhead an Executive Recession Plan (ERP). An ERP is a high-level multi-disciplinary plan designed to prepare the organization for an economic recession.
… 12/09/2020 One option for strategic in-house lawyering is to spearhead an Executive Recession Plan (ERP). An ERP is … issues before the actual downturn. Visit ACC Docket’s website for an exclusive interview on how Whirlpool’s … prepared for and responded to the pandemic:  accdocket.com/articles/how-whirlpool-adapted-to-covid.cfm ACC EXTRAS …
Program Materials
Chantal Bernier, Debra Bromson, Wendy Lawrence, Nicholas Popp
10/17/2016

One of the biggest challenges in managing privacy programs in North America is recognizing and reconciling the significant data implications between the United States and Canada that apply to otherwise similar products and services. Attendees will learn key differences, helpful similarities, and strategies for managing a comprehensive approach to privacy, including what to do with a cross-border data breach.

Resource Details
Source: Meetings
Region: Canada, United States
… challenges in managing privacy programs in North America is recognizing and reconciling the significant data … Increased OCR Enforcement OCR Audit Protocol at the HHS website: … Trip to Kathmandu, Nepal Himalayas” (https://www.flickr.com/photos/ilker/2493910415/) © ilkerender. Licensed under a …
Benchmarking and Research Data
Association of Corporate Counsel
06/25/2024
46 pages

This report provides valuable insights into legal department operations, offering key benchmarks for assessing performance in critical areas based on responses from 421 legal departments.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Law Department Management
Region: Global
… into legal department operations, offering key benchmarks for assessing performance in critical areas based on … Do you have the right talent in your legal department? Is your legal team set up for success now and in the future? … us help you navigate the legal landscape. www.mlaglobal.com If you answered NO to either of these questions, then …
Articles
Eversheds Sutherland
03/25/2024
6 pages

Unclaimed property examinations and new types of regulatory inquiries will pose major challenges for US companies in 2024.

This article discusses litigation, enforcement, and regulatory trends related to unclaimed property.

Resource Details
Region: United States
… types of regulatory inquiries will pose major challenges for US companies in 2024. This article discusses litigation, … in a state examination. An unclaimed property examination is extremely burdensome and could lead to large assessments … and blogs ("Materials") on the Eversheds Sutherland website are accurate and complete. However, the Materials are …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/01/2020
A day in the life of Thomas Chow, general counsel and secretary at PubMatic.
… that I don’t need to get the kids ready because they have  online classes  for at least a month while their school is closed. 8:15 am After snoozing for longer than I ought, …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/01/2022
When it comes to designing on-brand legal contracts, in-house counsel should keep these tips in mind. #ACCDocket #legaldesign #contracts
… stay true to their brand identity when their look and feel is consistent with the company’s website, advertising, and social media presence. Yet, … comprehension and reading efficiency. There's demand for greater transparency in contracts Companies that design …
Articles
Jason C. Gavejian and Joseph J. Lazzarotti (Jackson Lewis)
05/28/2024
3 pages

This article discusses data privacy and cybersecurity trends for 2024, including AI regulations, cybersecurity audits, and genetic and health data protection.

… protected health information. Additionally, generative AI is not only used for good, as criminal threat actors have … for minors’ data in 2023. https://www.jacksonlewis.com/people/jason-c-gavejian … as cybersecurity threats continue to flourish. 8. Website tracking technologies will continue to be in the hot …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 01/08/2024
Training is a cornerstone to an effective ABAC program. Alejandro Cestero, general counsel of Virtuoso, and Patrick E. Hays, global compliance director of Dresser Utility Solutions, offer a roadmap to proactive risk management through a comprehensive training framework. #ABAC #AntiBribery #Compliance #AntiCorruption #ACC #ACCDocket
… Docket Article 6 Key Principles for Delivering Effective Anti-bribery Compliance Training … E. Hays Alex Cestero Publication Date: 01/08/2024 Training is a cornerstone to an effective ABAC program. Alejandro … Docket … Banner artwork by Unitone Vector / Shutterstock.com Cheat Sheet Serious consequences. Non-compliance can lead …
Articles
Delania Barbee, Alan Bryan, and Mark Roellig
11/01/2016
10 pages

For years, the legal world has shied away from diversity, falling behind the inclusion rates of other professions. By implementing newly created disclosure techniques, leaders in corporate America can take advantage of the untapped potential in the room and drive change from top to bottom.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Diversity and Inclusion
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… Articles Putting Its Money Where the Diversity Is: Corporate America’s Collaborative Actions to Increase … Mutual Life Insurance Company. dbarbee@massmutual.com Alan Bryan is senior associate general counsel – legal … Ideally, firms will choose to publish the data on their website annually, referencing it in any requests for data or …
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
Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
06/05/2014

Canada’s new Anti-Spam Legislation, known as CASL, is one of the strictest in the world. In general, CASL requires consent before sending “commercial electronic messages” and requires that all such messages meet certain form and content requirements. This seems simple, but as always, implementation can be complicated. This article explains the legislation and walks through some real-world scenarios to demonstrate compliance.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Canada
… 5, 2014 Canada’s new Anti-Spam Legislation, known as CASL, is one of the strictest in the world. In general, CASL … real-world scenarios to demonstrate compliance. www.blakes.com Each CEM must also provide an “unsubscribe” mechanism, … “conspicuously published” their email addresses on their website, and there is no notice that they do not want to …
Program Materials
Arturo Gonzalez, JC Miller, Kimberly Rhodes, Elizabeth Robertson, Evan Stolove
10/30/2014

This panel will discuss what goes into planning and managing significant litigation that has the potential to be successful or ruinous to your company, with no middle ground. Topics will include informing your board of directors, setting strategy, managing the public relations aspects of such a case and how the amounts at stake impact settlement strategies (e.g., whether to hire jury consultants).

Resource Details
Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… & Company Evan Stolove, Fannie Mae October 30, 2014 2What is “Bet the Company” Litigation? • Damages exposure could … • Follow trends – What are others in industry being sued for – Review trade publications – Set up automated news … Predictability – May not be personally invested • Are you buying complete peace? • How will the market react? • What …
Articles
Dentons
04/25/2023
3 pages

Read about the heightened United States scrutiny over government agencies' transfer of imported personal data as reflected in President Biden's October 7, 2022 Executive Order on Enhancing Safeguards for US Signals Intelligence Activities.

Resource Details
Region: United States, North America, Global
… to the new EU-US Data Privacy Framework. This Framework is intended to replace the EU-US Privacy Shield, created in … data without their consent, by sending a signal to each website a user visits.2 This recent California enforcement … D +1 202 408 6458 M +1 202 436 1819 todd.daubert@dentons.com Your Key Contacts © 2023 Dentons. Dentons is a global …
Articles
Aaron T. Maguregui and Jennifer J. Hennessy, Foley & Lardner LLP
03/27/2024
4 pages

Pixels, cookies, and trackers continue to be front of mind for HIPAA regulated entities seeking clarity on their ability to advertise, market, and engage with existing and prospective patients. On March 18, 2024, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued updated guidance on the topic.

… Articles HHS Updates Pixels and Trackers Guidance for HIPAA Regulated Entities Author Aaron T. Maguregui and … health information) collected on a regulated entity’s website or mobile app generally is PHI, even if the individual does not have an existing …
Articles
Dentons
11/03/2022
7 pages

Learn about Quebec's strengthening of the French language with the May 2022 adoption if Bill 96 and its effects on business.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Region: Canada, North America
… will come into force on a staggered basis. The following is an overview of certain key amendments and their impacts on your business. We also invite you to read our insights for Québec employers and trademark owners. Commercial … the Office only intervened when a company operating a website was established in Québec. • From now on, where a …
Articles
Klara Burianova and Alice Turinas
06/01/2003

Read this article to gain insight into EU privacy restrictions and to evaluate how you can best avoid a situation of noncompliance with these data protection requirements.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: European Union
… restrictions will come into effect in mid-fall 2003, there is a brief window of opportunity for companies to take steps … ously submitted, (2) visitors to the www.PecuniaPro.co.uk website who have previously sent email to Pecunia Pro using … in London. She is available at klara.burianova@accenture.com. Alice Turinas, formerly of AT&T, is a senior associate …
Checklists
Jackson Lewis P.C.
06/10/2021
4 pages

How can businesses ensure they are in compliance with the new and expansive California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)? Find out more about how to get your business compliant with CCPA.

Resource Details
Region: United States
Audience: Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… Context: The CCPA took effect on January 1, 2020. The law is aimed at strengthening the requirements to secure personal … regarding a consumer’s interaction with an internet website, application or advertisement; • Geolocation data; • … information on this topic can be found at www.jacksonlewis.com. ©2020 Jackson Lewis P.C. This material is provided for
Articles
Linda J. Zirkelbach, George E. Constantine, and Andrew L. Steinberg (Venable LLP)
05/10/2024
4 pages

This article discusses some of the key issues nonprofit organizations encounter with copyrights.

… Copyright Automatically Exists Upon Creation. A copyright is a type of intellectual property that exists once an … an engagement as counsel to address. https://www.venable.com/professionals/z/linda-j-zirkelbach … to take photos from the internet and use them on your website or social media platforms. Many photographers and …
Articles
Seth D. DuCharme, Partner and Anissa L. Adas, Associate, Bracewell LLP
08/29/2022
2 pages

On May 19, 2022, the US Department of Justice (“DOJ”) announced significant clarifications to its policy on charging Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (“CFAA”) violations that give some comfort to cyber security consultants who engage in network testing and related operations. Such activity has long been a gray area for “white hat” hackers.

Resource Details
Region: United States
… The update further clarifies that “such activity is carried out in a manner designed to avoid any harm to … profile contrary to the terms of service of the dating website; creating fictional accounts on hiring, housing, or … and/or correction of a security flaw bracewell.com June 8, 2022 By: Seth D. DuCharme and Anissa L. Adas 1. …
Meritas Law Firms
05/20/2020
90 pages

Data breaches happen to companies across the globe. In this article, in-house counsel can learn how to plot a successful plan that will protect their company's data. Each section of this article is dedicated to a specific country or region including Hong Kong, China, Europe and the United States. This resource was published by Meritas in 2019.

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Region: Asia, Europe, United States, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, Australia / Pacific, Australia, New Zealand
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… protect their company's data. Each section of this article is dedicated to a specific country or region including Hong … not have been possible. Dennis Unkovic, Editor du@muslaw.com Tel: +1-412-456-2833 Meyer, Unkovic & Scott LLP … Further details of the Commissioner can be found on the website at https://www.pcpd.org.hk/. 10. Are there any …
Articles
Simon Zinger -- Head of Legal Affairs, Aegis Media, Aegis Group plc; Jeffrey Twentyman -- Partner, Slaughter & May
07/12/2005

Public market, friendly M&A transactions in the United Kingdom can throw some surprises at non-UK attorneys. Learn about issues that are vital for making the deal go smoothly and for ensuring that you and your company are not caught out.

… You knew this day was coming: In recent years, your com­ pany—large, US-publicly traded, with a high cash … not surprised when your CEO tells you that the Board is considering making an approach to acquire a UK- based … records on the Securities and Exchange Commission’s website (www.sec.gov), you see that the target’s reporting is
Articles
Meritas Law Firms
05/21/2020
32 pages

In this multi-jurisdictional article, in-house counsel will learn the laws and regulations of employee non-compete agreements for Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Meritas produced this resource in 2017.

Resource Details
Region: Europe, Middle East, Africa, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Ghana, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Russia, Slovakia, South Africa, Spain, Switzerland, Tunisia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom
… Referrals Annually 20+ Practice and Sector Groups Meritas is a leading global alliance of closely connected, yet … Agreements Contact Shalakany Law Office www.shalakany.com During the term of employment the employee is not allowed … Agreements NAME Partner T: + E: Contact Company Country website Ghana’s Labour Act 2003 (Act 651) and the Labour …
Articles
Jeffrey W. Brecher (Principal), Justin R. Barnes (Principal), David T. Wiley (Knowledge Management Attorney), Jackson Lewis
02/24/2023
47 pages

A report reviewing significant wage and hour developments at both the federal and state level.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Region: United States
… Save to My Resources … Jackson Lewis P.C. • jacksonlewis.com 2022 Wage & Hour Developments: A Year in Review 1 2022 … new proposed independent contractor rule, and a final rule is expected to be issued in 2023. Meanwhile, employers waited … However, about 24 hours after publication on the DOL’s website, the guidance suddenly was withdrawn without …
Articles
Global Legal Group
07/10/2024
134 pages

This guide provides an overview of key legal issues, rules and developments regarding vertical agreements and dominant firms across a range of jurisdictions.

Resource Details
Region: Brazil, China, European Union, Finland, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Malaysia, Macedonia, Singapore, Turkey, United States
… Firms Eighth Edition 2024 Disclaimer This publication is for general information purposes only. It does not purport … +44 207 367 0720 customer.service@glgroup.co.uk www.iclg.com Strategic Partners Printed by Ashford Colour Press Ltd. … the administrative punishment decision on its official website. 1.4 What remedies (e.g., fines, damages, …
Articles
Steven Kelley and David Allgeyer
03/01/2011

In today’s streamlined market, negotiating contracts is increasingly viewed as a superfluous step in the transactions between buyers and sellers. If one party’s expectations fall short, both may find themselves demanding court-supplied justice. Learn the fundamentals of sales negotiations on both sides of the deal.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… 2011 In today’s streamlined market, negotiating contracts is increasingly viewed as a superfluous step in the … He can be contacted at steven.kelley@ nilfisk-advance.com. DAVID ALLGEyER is a partner with the firm of Lindquist & … as may be published from time to time on purchaser’s website.” • “Franchisee agrees to comply with all operational …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 11/01/2016
This article highlights some of the key issues and developments arising in respect of EU environmental product laws, such as RoHS2, Ecodesign, Energy Labelling, and REACH. Perhaps unusually, this article does not discuss the environmental content of these laws. It does, however, discuss the very practical aspects of when and how these laws will impact the supply chain.
… Product Stewardship: Key Trends and Developments for Companies Placing Products on the EU Market Andrew Logan … obligations are initiated when a finished product is commercially used, consumed, or distributed inside the … EU environmental product laws by failing to display on the website any CE mark, label, or other information required by …
Articles
Julie S. Maresca
12/01/2011

Corporations often use media to enhance their employees’ environment. Music can soothe or energize the listener, while movies can educate or inspire the viewer. However, no amount of relaxation or inspiration will protect you from being sued for copyright infringement. Learn when to license a performance or be prepared to face the music.

… motivate, entertain and very often inspire. media is routinely used in/on: • corporate training, whether … is tantamount to arguing that it is permissible for your com- pany’s product to be stolen, if only a little piece was … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
Articles
Sterling Miller, CEO & Senior Counsel, Hilgers Graben PLLC
11/07/2022
8 pages

In this resource, learn practical tips and tricks about how contracts are structured and a strategy for effective contract reviews.

… share with her. I did and sent it over to her. Now she is teaching a new generation of her sales team how to read … terms and documents https://sterlingmiller2014.wordpress.com/2019/08/28/ten-things-how-to-read-a-contract/ 2/8 … Successful Strategies Volume 2, are on sale now at the ABA website (including as e-books). I have published two other …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/01/2015
A day in the life of Rafael Garcia, Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel at CEITEC Semiconductors in Porto Alegre, Brazil.
… love waffles  and maple syrup, an untraditional breakfast for Brazilians. Seasonal fruits and cappuccino are on our … starts rumbling.  Brazilian "feijoada"  (black beans) is superb after simmering for a long time. I find a table, … 3:00 PM Back at my desk I find a  draft proposal for buying chemical products . Semiconductors are a pure chemical …
Articles
the Lex Mundi Life Sciences Practice Group
01/30/2017
64 pages

This guide presents jurisdictional overviews on counterfeit medicine laws in jurisdictions around the globe.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Austria, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Estonia, Finland, Greece, Ireland, Lithuania, Peru, Poland, Romania, Spain, Switzerland, Taiwan, United States
… an ACC Member? Request a trial membership . … www.lexmundi.com Counterfeit Medicinal Products A Global Practice Guide … Mundi Life Sciences Group Global Practice Guide Lex Mundi is the world’s leading network of independent law firms with … for dangerous and/or falsified drugs is published on the website of BDA and often released in public media by the …
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