News, Notes, & Datebook Information for October 2007
Tools & solutions for doing your job better
One of the most important skills a corporate generalist can develop is that gut instinct that tells you that you are way out of your league on a particular topic or issue. Learn how to use your greatest tool - the mental Rolodex buried within.
RFP- your first step in moving towards a new project. But is your RFP a toxic tool? Read Ron Pol's column and see if you agree with his tips.
US companies are constantly expanding, allowing them to stay competitive, but also opening the door to corporate compliance risks. Managing global risk with a strong compliance program is even more crucial following recent corporate scandal, and this article discusses the issues that can arise and offers suggestions on how to be effective.
In this issue: Implications of the Impending Elimination of Canadian Withholding Tax on Interest Payments by Brian E. Bomstein and Martin Fingerhut; The Socioeconomic and Safety Impact of Counterfeits in Canada by Robert J. ("RJ") Falconi; Cartels in Canada: Practical Approaches to Manage Risk by Patti Phelan and James Musgrove
This issue discusses nondisclosure agreements, the effectiveness of nondisclosure agreements under Belgium law, and food packaging and labeling.
Read perspectives on how to adapt to an in-house life style after life at the big firms.
ACC is actively listening to the thoughts and concerns of the membership. What is in-house counsel dealing with this year? Read Richard White's perspective on how ACC can help you do your job better.
Election Marketing is the age-old technique of “attack spin.” Unfortunately, some attorneys think Election Marketing works in corporate disputes as well. But long-term, Election Marketing does not work in the business world. And there are two fundamental
reasons why.