Despite your best efforts, there is always a possibility that an inspection from the US Occupational Safety and Health Administration will arrive on your company's doorstep. Don't be intimidated by the prospect. By having a pre-established understanding of OSHA and how its investigations impact company operations, legal departments can take preventative measures to mitigate the risk of a citation or subsequent litigation.
Being an effective leader isn't about posters, slogans, memos, PowerPoints, or speeches. Your actions must be consistent with what you believe.
Since 2011, the US Securities and Exchange Commission has received over 18,000 whistleblower tips, with 4,200 occurring in 2016 alone. The evidence is undeniable: Agency whistleblower and bounty programs are here to stay, and legal departments should invest in effective internal compliance programs to keep reports within the company and out of the newspapers.
For some of us, litigation management is a necessary evil; for others, it's work we love. Either way, it's no surprise that technology can dramatically improve litigation management. Here's an overview on how to make your work easier.
As the dynamics between employer and employee in Indian companies change and grow, documentation of employment, and its surrounding materials, is becoming more important. The Quick Overview will divide the employment documentation process into three sections.
Former UPS chief legal officer (CLO) and current Chief Human Resources Officer and Senior Vice President Teri Plummer McClure speaks about her professional journey and experience, and offers advice for those looking to claim their “Seat at the Table".
Side letters are another way to clarify issues in a primary contract. In this publication, you can learn more about how to create one, what exactly they do and why they get a bad reputation sometimes and how they are generally viewed in Europe and the United States.
As in-house counsel, you never know when you’ll encounter an unforeseen event that triggers an internal investigation. But when you do, you’ll want to be prepared. Whether it’s a whistleblower complaint or a personnel-related issue, companies can no longer afford to treat claims on a case-by-case basis, and must create precautionary policy that ensures that every investigation is fair and safe for all involved.
How do you deal with employee data after termination? In this article, various companies provide answers in post-termination situations dealing with electronic and company data.
In this publication, the details and secrets of excellent record retention programs are unlocked. Learn how to update traditional methods to better fit your modern workplace. Find a starting point, execute an effective and compliant schedule and evolve with new regulations.