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During this health crisis, a majority of companies have created a work from home (WFH) process for their employees. However, some employees must work from an office due to the nature of their jobs. This factor can lead to higher exposure to illness. In this article, learn the rights of employees if they claim against their employer for infection due the Novel Coronavirus. This resource was produced in February 2020.

This cross-border checklist highlights distinctive legal, business and regulatory issues when doing a deal in Canada.

ESG has become a mainstream concern across companies, industries, and markets throughout the world. More than ever, companies’ ability to manage ESG risks and take advantage of new market opportunities can help them drive value for their stakeholders.

Activist investors often begin planning their campaigns as much as a year in advance of the annual meeting. This includes accumulating stock positions, coordinating with other hedge funds in so-called “wolf packs,” analyzing the target company’s defenses and vulnerabilities, and making initial contacts with the target company. Therefore, target companies should focus on early vigilance and advance preparation.

In Hong Kong, employers are looking for employment guidelines that they can work within to ensure that their employees return to work safely and with support. In this article, ordinances and precautions are explained for Hong Kong employers. This resource was produced in April 2020.

The Covid-19 health crisis has affected the way businesses operate around the world. In this article, in-house counsel can learn more about the impact to Australian and New Zealand foreign investments, commercial real estate and subsidies for employees. This resource was published by Meritas in April 2020.

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.