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Will That New Associate Get You Disqualified?
When your firm takes on a new hire, you may be putting the firm at risk for disqualification from a large case. Here's why.
Hiring Highly Skilled Foreign Grads
Since the H-1B filing season is historically brief, employers and their counsel are now preparing to file H-1B petitions on behalf of employees to ensure that work authorization is secured.
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Health Care Reform: What Is the Impact on Employers?
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act imposes significant new responsibilities on employers and employer-sponsored group-health plans. Herein is a complete rundown on what to expect and when.
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EDS Loses to BSkyB in Major Technology Case
In a major decision of London's Technology and Construction Court that will have global repercussions, technology vendor Electronic Data Systems has been found liable for a deceitful misrepresentation that induced broadcaster BSkyB to enter into a contract with it.
Director and Officer Exposure
Stockholder activism is increasing, giving rise to exposure to claims. As a result, it is prudent to assess indemnification provisions and arrangements together with D&O coverage and risk management functions.
Putting Socks on an Octopus
Managing outside counsel, particularly a large firm, can be particularly challenging. This article discusses 10 recommendations for strengthening the partnership between inside and outside counsel.
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Avoiding FCPA Liability with a Robust Compliance Program
With crystal clarity, the U.S. Government has signaled its intentions regarding enforcement of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA): far greater resources devoted to FCPA investigations, and far harsher penalties for FCPA violations.
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New Arbitration Rules
Following in the footsteps of its very successful mediation program, the Delaware Court of Chancery recently added a new weapon to its arsenal of alternative dispute resolution options.
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Tax Issues for Real Estate Leasing by Tax-Exempt Organizations
This article, the last in a four-part series, examines the issues involved when a tax-exempt organization carries or incurs debt with respect to real estate from, or to which, it receives income unrelated to its exempt purposes.
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