This document is a presentation on selected ethics and professionalism issues in labor and employment cases given by Dennis P. Duffy of Baker Botts L.L.P. at the 2009 Mid-Winter Meeting of the American Bar Association Section of Labor & Employment Law EEO Committee in Orlando, Florida. The presentation covers a range of topics including conflicts of interest, the lawyer as a witness, attorney-client privilege issues involving corporate parties, special issues regarding in-house counsel, inadvertent disclosure of documents, ethical obligations in settlement negotiations, and lawyer professionalism.
This document is the table of contents for a grammar workbook published by McGraw-Hill for 10th grade students. It lists the chapter titles and page numbers for units covering parts of speech, parts of sentences, phrases, clauses and sentence structure, verb tenses and voice, subject-verb agreement, pronouns, modifiers, capitalization, punctuation, abbreviations and numbers. The copyright information is also provided.
This document is the table of contents for a grammar and composition workbook for 8th grade published by McGraw-Hill. It lists the chapter titles and page numbers for units covering topics such as sentences, nouns, verbs, pronouns, adjectives and adverbs, prepositions, clauses, verbals, subject-verb agreement, capitalization, punctuation, and more. The copyright information is also provided.
This document appears to be from a grammar practice workbook for grade 9 published by McGraw-Hill. It contains the table of contents which lists chapters on parts of speech, parts of the sentence, phrases, clauses and sentence structure, verb tenses and voice, subject-verb agreement, pronouns, modifiers, capitalization, and punctuation. The document provides examples and explanations of key grammar concepts. It also includes practice exercises labeling parts of speech, identifying pronouns, and combining sentences using relative pronouns. The purpose is to help students learn and practice important grammar rules and skills.
The document is an excerpt from a grammar and composition workbook for 7th grade students. It provides an overview of the contents of the workbook, which are organized into units covering parts of speech and other grammar topics. The units include lessons on subjects and predicates, nouns, verbs, pronouns, adjectives and adverbs, prepositions and conjunctions, clauses and complex sentences, verbals, subject-verb agreement, capitalization, punctuation, and other special usage problems. The workbook is intended to be used alongside a textbook called Writer's Choice to help students practice and reinforce their grammar skills.
No person in the United States shall, on the ground of race, color, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance. This includes Language.
This document is a grammar practice book for grade 6. It contains lessons on various grammar topics like sentences, nouns, verbs and pronouns. Each lesson is followed by exercises on mechanics, proofreading, and tests to review the concepts taught in the lesson.
This document appears to be the contents page for a Grade 4 grammar practice book. It lists various grammar topics covered in the book such as sentences, nouns, verbs, and pronouns. For each topic there are sections on mechanics, proofreading, tests, and reviews. The document provides an overview of the layout and scope of content included in the grammar practice book.
This document is an arbitration brief submitted by Addison, Inc. arguing its claims against the State of Nevada regarding construction of the Southern Nevada Veteran's Home project. It summarizes the project history, including design flaws by the architect HCA that caused delays and increased costs. It argues the State is responsible for HCA's errors under the Spearin doctrine. It also argues the State caused delays, disrupted the project, wrongfully terminated Addison, and violated prompt pay statutes. The brief requests damages for contract costs, overhead/profit, delay damages, termination damages, and interest/fees as relief.
This document is the table of contents for a grammar workbook published by McGraw-Hill for 10th grade students. It lists the chapter titles and page numbers for units covering parts of speech, parts of sentences, phrases, clauses and sentence structure, verb tenses and voice, subject-verb agreement, pronouns, modifiers, capitalization, punctuation, abbreviations and numbers. The copyright information is also provided.
This document is the table of contents for a grammar and composition workbook for 8th grade published by McGraw-Hill. It lists the chapter titles and page numbers for units covering topics such as sentences, nouns, verbs, pronouns, adjectives and adverbs, prepositions, clauses, verbals, subject-verb agreement, capitalization, punctuation, and more. The copyright information is also provided.
This document appears to be from a grammar practice workbook for grade 9 published by McGraw-Hill. It contains the table of contents which lists chapters on parts of speech, parts of the sentence, phrases, clauses and sentence structure, verb tenses and voice, subject-verb agreement, pronouns, modifiers, capitalization, and punctuation. The document provides examples and explanations of key grammar concepts. It also includes practice exercises labeling parts of speech, identifying pronouns, and combining sentences using relative pronouns. The purpose is to help students learn and practice important grammar rules and skills.
The document is an excerpt from a grammar and composition workbook for 7th grade students. It provides an overview of the contents of the workbook, which are organized into units covering parts of speech and other grammar topics. The units include lessons on subjects and predicates, nouns, verbs, pronouns, adjectives and adverbs, prepositions and conjunctions, clauses and complex sentences, verbals, subject-verb agreement, capitalization, punctuation, and other special usage problems. The workbook is intended to be used alongside a textbook called Writer's Choice to help students practice and reinforce their grammar skills.
No person in the United States shall, on the ground of race, color, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance. This includes Language.
This document is a grammar practice book for grade 6. It contains lessons on various grammar topics like sentences, nouns, verbs and pronouns. Each lesson is followed by exercises on mechanics, proofreading, and tests to review the concepts taught in the lesson.
This document appears to be the contents page for a Grade 4 grammar practice book. It lists various grammar topics covered in the book such as sentences, nouns, verbs, and pronouns. For each topic there are sections on mechanics, proofreading, tests, and reviews. The document provides an overview of the layout and scope of content included in the grammar practice book.
This document is an arbitration brief submitted by Addison, Inc. arguing its claims against the State of Nevada regarding construction of the Southern Nevada Veteran's Home project. It summarizes the project history, including design flaws by the architect HCA that caused delays and increased costs. It argues the State is responsible for HCA's errors under the Spearin doctrine. It also argues the State caused delays, disrupted the project, wrongfully terminated Addison, and violated prompt pay statutes. The brief requests damages for contract costs, overhead/profit, delay damages, termination damages, and interest/fees as relief.
This document is a master's thesis that examines continuity in information technology outsourcing. It discusses risks related to IT outsourcing projects, including risks at different stages of the project lifecycle and risks related to disasters. It also analyzes the IT outsourcing contract and measures that can be included to control projects and ensure continuity, such as service level agreements, backup and disaster recovery provisions, source code escrow agreements, step-in rights, and comprehensive exit provisions. The thesis aims to provide guidance on effectively allocating and sharing risks in the outsourcing contract to help ensure continuity of IT services.
This document appears to be the table of contents for a 5th grade grammar practice book. It lists the chapter titles and page numbers for units on sentences, nouns, verbs and other parts of speech. Some chapter topics include sentence types, subjects and predicates, common and proper nouns, verb tenses, and run-on sentences. Exercises on mechanics, proofreading, and tests are included for each topic. The document provides an overview of the content that will be covered to help students practice and reinforce their grammar skills.
This chapter discusses establishing rapport between the teacher and students. The teacher introduces themselves and welcomes students. Teamwork and cooperation are emphasized. Responsibilities of students and teachers in online learning are defined. The course methodology, expectations, and evaluation system are explained. Students must understand their active role in online learning compared to traditional classes. The course outline is presented and evaluation procedures are outlined.
The document is the June 2005 version of the Adobe Acrobat JavaScript Scripting Reference. It provides documentation on JavaScript objects, properties, and methods for developing Acrobat JavaScript scripts. The reference includes sections on objects like ADBC, Alerter, AlternatePresentation, Annot, and others. It describes what each object and method does and lists its properties and parameters. The document also provides information on conventions used in the reference and resources available for Acrobat JavaScript developers.
This document outlines various sections of civil procedure code related to filing a plaint or complaint in civil court. Some key points:
- Section 41 requires the land being sued over to be described by boundaries or sketch.
- Section 42 requires the plaintiff suing in a representative role to show they have proper authority.
- Section 43 requires the plaint to show the defendant has an interest and is liable to answer the claim.
- Other sections require any exemption from time bars to be shown, the court's jurisdiction to be averred, the plaint to be properly subscribed and verified, and allow the court to return plaints for defects.
This document is a collective bargaining agreement between the State of Hawaii, the counties of Honolulu, Hawaii, Maui, and Kauai, and the State of Hawaii Organization of Police Officers (SHOPO) bargaining unit 12. The agreement covers the period from July 1, 2007 to June 30, 2011 and addresses topics such as recognition of the union, definitions, union representation, leaves, grievances, salaries, health benefits, and duration of the agreement. It provides the terms and conditions of employment for police officers covered under the agreement.
This document is the Appraisal District Director's Manual published by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts. It provides information about governance of appraisal districts, duties and responsibilities of appraisal district boards of directors, appointing and duties of chief appraisers and appraisal review boards, and financial affairs of appraisal districts. The manual is intended as a general resource and does not constitute legal advice. Questions about property tax law should be directed to legal counsel.
Here are some key points I would highlight about myself:
- Over 5 years of experience in customer service and sales
- Passionate about helping people and solving problems
- Strong communication and time management skills
- Always looking to learn new skills and take on more responsibility
This document is the policy wording for a Zurich Steadfast General and Products Liability Insurance policy. It includes definitions of key terms used in the policy such as advertising injury, bodily injury, occurrence, named insured, and products liability. It also outlines important information for policyholders regarding cooling-off periods, complaints handling, and claims procedures. The document provides the detailed terms and conditions of the general liability and products liability coverage provided by the insurance policy.
This document provides a resource guide for furnishings and decor items featured in the 2008 Idea House in WindMark Beach, Florida. It lists over 30 items, ranging from teak furniture and urn lamps to potted plants and beach towels, along with the vendors that provide each item. Contact information is given for each vendor.
This document provides information about a public web service that returns a Human Capital Score. The web service returns a score that evaluates an individual's education and experience. It also returns projected future income estimates. The document describes the services, operations, messages and data contracts involved in retrieving a Human Capital Score through the web interface.
This document is a judgment from the Federal Court of Canada regarding a challenge to changes made to the Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP) in 2012. The changes reduced health care coverage for many refugee claimants and eliminated it for some. The applicants argue the changes violate procedural fairness and are unconstitutional. The Court finds that while the executive branch has discretion over social programs, targeting a vulnerable group for adverse treatment violates Charter rights. Specifically, the changes violate sections 12 and 15 by subjecting some claimants to cruel and unusual treatment, and discriminating based on national origin. However, not all aspects of the applicants' arguments were accepted.
This document contains the curriculum text for English US Level 1 from Rosetta Stone. It includes 12 units that cover basic English grammar, vocabulary and conversational skills. Each unit is divided into multiple lessons that introduce new words and concepts with examples and exercises. The document also includes an alphabet section and index at the end.
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The document is a sample from an English grammar and usage test preparation book published by Grivas Publications. It contains sample test questions and explanations of English grammar concepts to help test takers prepare for language exams. The document includes a table of contents listing the various sections and tests included in the book, as well as sections covering grammar tenses, vocabulary, and sample answer sheets.
The document outlines the official basketball rules for 2012 as approved by the AIAMBT Central Board. Some key points:
- The game is played by two teams of five players each on a court 28m long by 15m wide. The objective is to score more points than the opposing team by shooting the ball into their basket.
- The court is marked with boundaries, lines, circles, and arcs. Equipment includes backboards, baskets, clocks, scoreboards, balls, and scoresheets.
- Teams consist of no more than 12 players eligible to play, including up to 5 substitutes on the bench. Five players from each team are on the court at any time.
- The rules
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This document outlines various topics related to criminal proceedings, including pretrial decisions, trial decisions, post-trial decisions, and habeas corpus petitions. It addresses issues such as appointment of experts, bail determinations, motions to suppress, jury selection, sentencing guidelines, and standards for reviewing habeas corpus petitions.
This document is a score report for the Michigan Test for Teacher Certification (MTTC) taken by Joy M. Porter on January 4, 2014. It indicates she passed the English portion of the MTTC and provides performance ratings for four subareas. Her scores have been sent to the Michigan Department of Education and Western Michigan University.
«Modern greek grammar notes for absolute beginners» e books4greeks.grAikateriniFotopoulou1
This document is a grammar book for teaching Modern Greek to absolute beginners. It covers the basics of the Greek alphabet and pronunciation. It then discusses key aspects of Greek grammar, including nouns, verbs, cases, tense, aspect and mood. Each chapter breaks down parts of speech in detail and provides examples. The book aims to present Greek grammar in a simple and accessible way for beginner learners.
Proxy_Season_Field_Guide_Seventh_Edition_2017.PDFLee Anne Sexton
This document is the seventh edition of "The Proxy Season Field Guide" authored by David M. Lynn. It provides an overview of key legislative and regulatory developments impacting the upcoming proxy season, including discussions of say-on-pay votes, executive compensation disclosure requirements, shareholder proposals, and SEC guidance. It also includes annotated examples of proxy statements and discussions of important disclosure topics such as executive compensation and corporate governance.
The document announces the annual meeting of stockholders to be held on April 19, 2007 at 10:00 am at the cafeteria on the company's property. At the meeting, stockholders will vote to elect directors for the next year, ratify the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm for 2007, and consider any other matters properly brought before the meeting. Stockholders of record as of February 20, 2007 are entitled to vote. The company urges stockholders to vote promptly.
This report provides a summary of Solyndra's operations from its founding through its bankruptcy filing in 2011. It discusses Solyndra's solar panel technology, its financing and construction of two manufacturing facilities, the impact of the economic downturn on the solar industry, and Solyndra's restructuring efforts and capital raising attempts in 2010. It also provides context on the solar industry and market conditions during this period. The report reviews Solyndra's $535 million loan guarantee from the Department of Energy that helped fund construction of its second factory.
This document is a master's thesis that examines continuity in information technology outsourcing. It discusses risks related to IT outsourcing projects, including risks at different stages of the project lifecycle and risks related to disasters. It also analyzes the IT outsourcing contract and measures that can be included to control projects and ensure continuity, such as service level agreements, backup and disaster recovery provisions, source code escrow agreements, step-in rights, and comprehensive exit provisions. The thesis aims to provide guidance on effectively allocating and sharing risks in the outsourcing contract to help ensure continuity of IT services.
This document appears to be the table of contents for a 5th grade grammar practice book. It lists the chapter titles and page numbers for units on sentences, nouns, verbs and other parts of speech. Some chapter topics include sentence types, subjects and predicates, common and proper nouns, verb tenses, and run-on sentences. Exercises on mechanics, proofreading, and tests are included for each topic. The document provides an overview of the content that will be covered to help students practice and reinforce their grammar skills.
This chapter discusses establishing rapport between the teacher and students. The teacher introduces themselves and welcomes students. Teamwork and cooperation are emphasized. Responsibilities of students and teachers in online learning are defined. The course methodology, expectations, and evaluation system are explained. Students must understand their active role in online learning compared to traditional classes. The course outline is presented and evaluation procedures are outlined.
The document is the June 2005 version of the Adobe Acrobat JavaScript Scripting Reference. It provides documentation on JavaScript objects, properties, and methods for developing Acrobat JavaScript scripts. The reference includes sections on objects like ADBC, Alerter, AlternatePresentation, Annot, and others. It describes what each object and method does and lists its properties and parameters. The document also provides information on conventions used in the reference and resources available for Acrobat JavaScript developers.
This document outlines various sections of civil procedure code related to filing a plaint or complaint in civil court. Some key points:
- Section 41 requires the land being sued over to be described by boundaries or sketch.
- Section 42 requires the plaintiff suing in a representative role to show they have proper authority.
- Section 43 requires the plaint to show the defendant has an interest and is liable to answer the claim.
- Other sections require any exemption from time bars to be shown, the court's jurisdiction to be averred, the plaint to be properly subscribed and verified, and allow the court to return plaints for defects.
This document is a collective bargaining agreement between the State of Hawaii, the counties of Honolulu, Hawaii, Maui, and Kauai, and the State of Hawaii Organization of Police Officers (SHOPO) bargaining unit 12. The agreement covers the period from July 1, 2007 to June 30, 2011 and addresses topics such as recognition of the union, definitions, union representation, leaves, grievances, salaries, health benefits, and duration of the agreement. It provides the terms and conditions of employment for police officers covered under the agreement.
This document is the Appraisal District Director's Manual published by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts. It provides information about governance of appraisal districts, duties and responsibilities of appraisal district boards of directors, appointing and duties of chief appraisers and appraisal review boards, and financial affairs of appraisal districts. The manual is intended as a general resource and does not constitute legal advice. Questions about property tax law should be directed to legal counsel.
Here are some key points I would highlight about myself:
- Over 5 years of experience in customer service and sales
- Passionate about helping people and solving problems
- Strong communication and time management skills
- Always looking to learn new skills and take on more responsibility
This document is the policy wording for a Zurich Steadfast General and Products Liability Insurance policy. It includes definitions of key terms used in the policy such as advertising injury, bodily injury, occurrence, named insured, and products liability. It also outlines important information for policyholders regarding cooling-off periods, complaints handling, and claims procedures. The document provides the detailed terms and conditions of the general liability and products liability coverage provided by the insurance policy.
This document provides a resource guide for furnishings and decor items featured in the 2008 Idea House in WindMark Beach, Florida. It lists over 30 items, ranging from teak furniture and urn lamps to potted plants and beach towels, along with the vendors that provide each item. Contact information is given for each vendor.
This document provides information about a public web service that returns a Human Capital Score. The web service returns a score that evaluates an individual's education and experience. It also returns projected future income estimates. The document describes the services, operations, messages and data contracts involved in retrieving a Human Capital Score through the web interface.
This document is a judgment from the Federal Court of Canada regarding a challenge to changes made to the Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP) in 2012. The changes reduced health care coverage for many refugee claimants and eliminated it for some. The applicants argue the changes violate procedural fairness and are unconstitutional. The Court finds that while the executive branch has discretion over social programs, targeting a vulnerable group for adverse treatment violates Charter rights. Specifically, the changes violate sections 12 and 15 by subjecting some claimants to cruel and unusual treatment, and discriminating based on national origin. However, not all aspects of the applicants' arguments were accepted.
This document contains the curriculum text for English US Level 1 from Rosetta Stone. It includes 12 units that cover basic English grammar, vocabulary and conversational skills. Each unit is divided into multiple lessons that introduce new words and concepts with examples and exercises. The document also includes an alphabet section and index at the end.
Practitioner’s handbook for appeals to the 7th circuit 152 pagesUmesh Heendeniya
This document provides an overview of appellate procedures and guidelines for the United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit. It outlines the organizational structure of the court, the process for filing appeals, requirements for briefs and other documents, and other procedural rules. The document is intended as a reference for practitioners handling appeals in the Seventh Circuit.
The document is a sample from an English grammar and usage test preparation book published by Grivas Publications. It contains sample test questions and explanations of English grammar concepts to help test takers prepare for language exams. The document includes a table of contents listing the various sections and tests included in the book, as well as sections covering grammar tenses, vocabulary, and sample answer sheets.
The document outlines the official basketball rules for 2012 as approved by the AIAMBT Central Board. Some key points:
- The game is played by two teams of five players each on a court 28m long by 15m wide. The objective is to score more points than the opposing team by shooting the ball into their basket.
- The court is marked with boundaries, lines, circles, and arcs. Equipment includes backboards, baskets, clocks, scoreboards, balls, and scoresheets.
- Teams consist of no more than 12 players eligible to play, including up to 5 substitutes on the bench. Five players from each team are on the court at any time.
- The rules
Standards of review on criminal proceedings 9th circuit 178-pagesUmesh Heendeniya
This document outlines various topics related to criminal proceedings, including pretrial decisions, trial decisions, post-trial decisions, and habeas corpus petitions. It addresses issues such as appointment of experts, bail determinations, motions to suppress, jury selection, sentencing guidelines, and standards for reviewing habeas corpus petitions.
This document is a score report for the Michigan Test for Teacher Certification (MTTC) taken by Joy M. Porter on January 4, 2014. It indicates she passed the English portion of the MTTC and provides performance ratings for four subareas. Her scores have been sent to the Michigan Department of Education and Western Michigan University.
«Modern greek grammar notes for absolute beginners» e books4greeks.grAikateriniFotopoulou1
This document is a grammar book for teaching Modern Greek to absolute beginners. It covers the basics of the Greek alphabet and pronunciation. It then discusses key aspects of Greek grammar, including nouns, verbs, cases, tense, aspect and mood. Each chapter breaks down parts of speech in detail and provides examples. The book aims to present Greek grammar in a simple and accessible way for beginner learners.
Proxy_Season_Field_Guide_Seventh_Edition_2017.PDFLee Anne Sexton
This document is the seventh edition of "The Proxy Season Field Guide" authored by David M. Lynn. It provides an overview of key legislative and regulatory developments impacting the upcoming proxy season, including discussions of say-on-pay votes, executive compensation disclosure requirements, shareholder proposals, and SEC guidance. It also includes annotated examples of proxy statements and discussions of important disclosure topics such as executive compensation and corporate governance.
The document announces the annual meeting of stockholders to be held on April 19, 2007 at 10:00 am at the cafeteria on the company's property. At the meeting, stockholders will vote to elect directors for the next year, ratify the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm for 2007, and consider any other matters properly brought before the meeting. Stockholders of record as of February 20, 2007 are entitled to vote. The company urges stockholders to vote promptly.
This report provides a summary of Solyndra's operations from its founding through its bankruptcy filing in 2011. It discusses Solyndra's solar panel technology, its financing and construction of two manufacturing facilities, the impact of the economic downturn on the solar industry, and Solyndra's restructuring efforts and capital raising attempts in 2010. It also provides context on the solar industry and market conditions during this period. The report reviews Solyndra's $535 million loan guarantee from the Department of Energy that helped fund construction of its second factory.
The Special Committee retained counsel to investigate the Fiesta Bowl. Counsel interviewed witnesses, reviewed documents, and analyzed expense records. The investigative procedure included reviewing over 55GB of electronic data and thousands of pages of materials. Counsel cited supporting materials from various sources using a prefix system. Counsel also conducted interviews of current and former Fiesta Bowl employees and board members over four months to inform its investigation.
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This document summarizes a presentation on preserving and piercing privileges in an oil and gas practice. It discusses the attorney-client privilege and its parameters, the work product privilege, self-evaluation privilege, deliberative process privilege, and waiver of privileges. It also covers title opinions, protecting privileges during asset sales, and tips for preserving or piercing privileges in an oil and gas context. The presentation aimed to provide oil and gas lawyers a sound understanding of privilege law principles and their applications within the oil and gas industry.
Section 1983 basic principles, individual and entity liability, by karen b...Umesh Heendeniya
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Legal Practitioners Liability Committee Contract Of Professional Indemnity In...legal6
1) This document outlines the terms and conditions of a professional indemnity insurance contract for barristers in 2005/2006. It details coverage for civil liability and defense costs up to the specified limit of liability, subject to any applicable excess.
2) Several exclusions are listed, including for bodily injury, property damage, contractual obligations, fraud, insured versus insured claims, and penalties.
3) Key terms such as associate, claim, defense costs, insured, and period of insurance are defined for the purposes of interpreting the contract.
The document provides an overview of the top 10 best practices in HR management for 2009. It discusses two key compliance areas:
1) The ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) expands the definition of disability to provide broader protection. This affects how employers must assess requests for accommodation.
2) New regulations have been issued for the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Employers must ensure their FMLA policies are updated according to the new rules.
The document provides analysis and recommendations for employers on these and other important HR topics, such as layoffs/RIFs, health care, the retiring baby boomer workforce, recession strategies, immigration compliance, privacy/identity theft, sustainability practices
The document provides an overview of the top 10 best practices in HR management for 2009. It discusses two key compliance areas:
1) The ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) expands the definition of disability to provide broader protection. This affects how employers must assess requests for accommodation.
2) New regulations have been issued for the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Employers must ensure their FMLA policies are updated according to the new rules.
The document provides analysis and recommendations for employers on these and other important HR topics, such as layoffs/RIFs, health care, the retiring baby boomer workforce, recession strategies, immigration compliance, privacy/identity theft, sustainability practices
This document outlines the top 10 best practices in HR management for 2009. It discusses issues such as compliance with updated ADA and FMLA regulations, handling layoffs and reductions in force, managing rising healthcare costs, retaining baby boomer employees and planning for their retirement, assisting employees during economic downturns, navigating immigration and privacy laws, promoting corporate social responsibility, using HR metrics to measure performance, and improving internal communications. The document provides guidance on each issue and recommends best practices for HR managers to address challenges in 2009.
The document discusses two major changes to employment compliance laws in 2009:
1. The ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) expands the definition of disability to provide broader protections. It rejects court interpretations that narrowed the definition and makes it easier to qualify as disabled.
2. New regulations were issued covering the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). The changes aim to simplify administration of leave for serious health conditions and qualify more employees.
Employers need to update policies and training to comply with the new laws and ensure they accommodate employees appropriately.
This document outlines the top 10 best practices in HR management for 2009. It discusses issues like compliance with updated ADA and FMLA regulations, handling layoffs and reductions in force, managing rising healthcare costs, retaining baby boomer employees and their knowledge as they retire, providing assistance to employees during the economic recession, complying with immigration and privacy laws, implementing sustainability and corporate social responsibility programs, using metrics to measure HR performance, and improving internal communications. The document provides guidance and recommendations on each of these important HR topics for navigating challenges in 2009.
This document outlines the top 10 best practices in HR management for 2009. It discusses issues like compliance with updated ADA and FMLA regulations, handling layoffs and reductions in force, managing rising healthcare costs, retaining baby boomer employees and their knowledge as they retire, providing assistance to employees during economic recessions, complying with immigration and privacy laws, implementing metrics to measure HR performance, and using various tools and an ethical culture to improve internal communications. The document provides guidance on each of these topics for HR managers to effectively address important challenges in 2009.
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This document outlines the top 10 best practices in HR management for 2008. It discusses keeping healthcare costs down through wellness programs and disease management. It also covers managing a multigenerational workforce by understanding different generations' needs and offering flexible work arrangements. Other best practices include proactive recruiting, job applicant screening, retention strategies like competitive benefits, and ensuring workplace safety. The document provides guidance on compliance, metrics, electronic recordkeeping, immigration, and corporate social responsibility.
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This document is a sixth edition of a handbook that provides guidance to corporate directors and officers on fulfilling their fiduciary duties. It discusses the roles and responsibilities of directors and officers, as well as the fiduciary duties of care, loyalty and good faith. It also examines how these duties apply in specific contexts such as business transactions, takeovers, going private transactions, the use of special committees, and periods of insolvency or dissolution. The handbook is intended to be both an authoritative legal resource and a practical tool to help directors and officers address real-world governance challenges.
The following documents were submitted by the Republic of Ecuador to the international arbitration hearing the case between Chevron/Texaco and the Republic. These documents further show the impact of Chevron/Texaco’s decades’ long oil pollution on the people of Ecuador.
Federal Open Government Guide (FOIA and Other Federal Access Laws)Umesh Heendeniya
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Federal Open Government Guide (FOIA and Other Federal Access Laws)
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1. “Have Ethics, Will Travel – Ethical Road Hazards for the
Traveling and Teleconferencing Lawyer”
April 4, 2009
Presented by: R. Lawrence Ashe, Jr.
Ashe, Rafuse & Hill, LLP
1355 Peachtree Street, N.E., #500
Atlanta, Georgia 30309-3232
(404)253-6001
“SELECTED ETHICS AND PROFFESIONALISM ISSUES IN
LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT CASES”
Author: Dennis P. Duffy
Baker Botts, LLP
910 Louisiana Street
Houston, Texas 77002
(713) 229-1799
___________________________________
American Bar Association
Section of Labor & Employment Law EEO Committee
2009 Mid-Winter Meeting
___________________________________
Orlando, Florida
2. SELECTED ETHICS AND PROFESSIONALISM ISSUES IN
LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT CASES
DENNIS P. DUFFY
BAKER BOTTS L.L.P.
3. TABLE OF CONTENTS
SELECTED ETHICS AND PROFESSIONALISM ISSUES IN LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT
CASES .................................................................................................................... 4
I. CONFLICTS OF INTEREST................................................................................. 4
A. Representing Opposing Sides in the Same Litigation............................................. 4
B. Adverse Representation Against a Current Client .................................................. 4
C. Simultaneous Representation of Potentially Adverse Clients ................................ 5
D. Prospective Waiver of Conflicts of Interests ........................................................ 12
E. Taking Opposing Stances on an Issue―Positional Conflicts............................... 14
F. Imputed Disqualification ...................................................................................... 16
1. Lawyer Changing Firms ........................................................................... 16
2. Screening................................................................................................... 17
3. Paralegals, Secretaries and Other Non-Attorneys..................................... 22
G. Conflicts Involving Insurance............................................................................... 24
H. Conflicts Regarding Former Clients ..................................................................... 31
1. Former Human Resources Managers or Employer Representatives as
Plaintiffs.................................................................................................... 35
2. Former Outside Counsel for Employer Bringing Claims on Behalf of
Plaintiffs.................................................................................................... 39
3. Former In-House Counsel Bringing Claims on Behalf of Plaintiffs
Against the Former Employer................................................................... 41
4. Former In-House Employer Attorney Bringing Personal Employment
Claims Against the Former Employer ...................................................... 42
I. Conflicts Arising From Law Firm “Beauty Contests”.......................................... 45
J. Conflicts of Interest Arising From Pre-Retention Communications with a
Prospective Client ................................................................................................. 48
II. THE LAWYER AS WITNESS ............................................................................ 50
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4. III. ISSUES IN MATTERS INVOLVING CORPORATE/GOVERNMENTAL
PARTIES .............................................................................................................. 55
A. Attorney-Client Privilege...................................................................................... 55
1. The Tests for Determining Corporate “Client Confidences”.................... 55
2. Only Communications Protected .............................................................. 60
3. Waiver of the Privilege ............................................................................. 60
• disclosure to third parties or others not essential to the representation, such
as ............................................................................................................... 63
• by failing to timely assert the attorney-client privilege when confidential
information was sought through the discovery process or otherwise. ..... 66
4. Attorney-Client Privilege and Former Employees of the Organization ... 79
5. Attorney-Client Privileges and Client-Generated Documents.................. 80
6. Suggestions for Attorney Interviews of Management Employees ........... 80
B. Ex Parte Communications With Organizational Employees ................................ 81
1. Current v. Former Employees................................................................... 84
a) Former employees......................................................................... 84
b) Current Employees........................................................................ 87
2. Contact With Class Members by Counsel ................................................ 91
3. Client Communication With a Represented Party .................................... 92
4. Law or Rule Exception ............................................................................. 93
a) In General...................................................................................... 94
b) Communication About Administrative or Ministerial Matters..... 94
5. Communication With Unrepresented Persons .......................................... 94
6. Remedies for Violation of Ex Parte Communication Rules ..................... 95
IV. SPECIAL ISSUES REGARDING IN-HOUSE COUNSEL ................................ 97
A. Identifying the Corporate/Organizational “Client”............................................... 97
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5. B. Clarifying Who the In-House Lawyer Represents................................................ 99
C. Responses to Unlawful Activity ......................................................................... 102
D. Joint Representation of the Organization and Its Constituents........................... 102
E. In-House Counsel Business Advice.................................................................... 103
V. INADVERTENT DISCLOSURE AND IMPROPER ACQUISITION (THEFT,
DECEIT) OF DOCUMENTS AND OTHER INFORMATION OF THE
OPPOSING PARTY.......................................................................................... 104
A. Ethical Obligations of Recipient of Inadvertently or Improperly Obtained
Documents and Information ............................................................................... 104
B. Waiver of Privilege Due to Inadvertent Disclosure............................................ 109
C. Surreptitious/Improper Acquisition and Inspection of Information ................... 116
D. Examination of “Meta Data” Hidden in Electronic Documents Which Reveal
Confidences......................................................................................................... 120
E. Lawyer Participation in Deception by Undercover Investigators and
Discrimination Testers ........................................................................................ 122
VI. ETHICAL OBLIGATIONS IN SETTLEMENT NEGOTIATIONS ................. 124
A. Conditioning Settlement on Waiver of Attorneys’ Fees..................................... 124
B. Settlements Conditioned on an Attorney’s Agreement to Refrain From Future
Lawsuits or Claims Against the Same Defendant............................................... 125
C. Confidentiality Clauses....................................................................................... 126
D. Duty of Candor and “Puffing” in Settlement Negotiations ................................ 126
VII. LAWYER PROFESSIONALISM: CIVILITY AND COURTESY TO
OPPOSING COUNSEL, PARTIES, WITNESSES, AND THE
TRIBUNAL ........................................................................................................ 127
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