New England Biz Law Update

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.

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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. ...

Getting the most out of co-workers

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 ...

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 ...

Chapter update: New seminars and new board members

In-House went to a panel of experts in corporate governance, board room counseling and investigations to get their thoughts on lessons learned from the H-P scandal, and how to steer clear of ethical, legal and political traps associated with executive dissent.