Hiding in plain sight: Valid business practices can be ‘red flags’ of fraud

January 26, 2007 Comments Off on Hiding in plain sight: Valid business practices can be ‘red flags’ of fraud

Although a large-scale corporate fraud invariably raises numerous “red flags” of wrongdoing within the affected company, management’s failure to stop a fraud sooner is not necessarily the result of corruption or incompetence.

Defending against a patent infringement claim: A primer

January 26, 2007 Comments Off on Defending against a patent infringement claim: A primer

Whether your company is a multi-billion dollar corporation or a start-up venture operating on a shoestring, the receipt of a cease-and-desist letter from a soon-to-be plaintiff or a served complaint from an actual one should invoke concern and attention from even the most seasoned of corporate counsel.

Five New Year’s resolutions for in-house counsel

January 26, 2007 Comments Off on Five New Year’s resolutions for in-house counsel

Okay, it’s that dreaded time of year when we make many promises to ourselves that we have no intention, or perhaps ability, to fulfill. However, it is also the time of year when we more realistically reflect on the last ...

Reform of director independence, ‘related transaction’ rules focus on principles

January 26, 2007 Comments Off on Reform of director independence, ‘related transaction’ rules focus on principles

When the director of the Securities and Exchange Commission’s Division of Corporation Finance addressed an audience of securities law professionals soon after the new executive compensation rules were finalized, he underscored two words in describing a central theme of the ...

Registering trademarks abroad

January 26, 2007 Comments Off on Registering trademarks abroad

The philosopher Diogenes from ancient Greece famously proclaimed, “I am a citizen of the world,” a sentiment that has echoed throughout the ages and resounds in our 21st-century global village. Your company is a citizen of the world, and your ...

Don’t take any chances: Avoiding liability in establishing a sweepstakes

January 26, 2007 Comments Off on Don’t take any chances: Avoiding liability in establishing a sweepstakes

A sweepstakes promotion can offer a unique marketing opportunity for many businesses. You can generate excitement, buzz, and possibly significant consumer interest in your products by offering prizes that are meaningful to the entrants, yet comparatively inexpensive to your business. ...

Ask The Coach

January 26, 2007 Comments Off on Ask The Coach

Getting the most out of co-workers

Checking it once, checking it twice: Fine-tuning your company’s employment policies

January 26, 2007 Comments Off on Checking it once, checking it twice: Fine-tuning your company’s employment policies

With business reported on the rise in Massachusetts, it is important to review your employment policies and procedures to ensure compliance with both state and federal law. With the increased business and the associated opportunities, it is important not to ...

Case Law For In-House Counsel

January 26, 2007 Comments Off on Case Law For In-House Counsel

Below are summaries of important opinions affecting in-house attorneys issued by the U.S. Supreme Court, as well as the 1st and 2nd Circuits and the Delaware Supreme Court from mid-October 2006 through early January 2007 Readers can access the full ...