In addition to the featured articles below, make sure you visit the Primerus Coronavirus Updates page
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Panama: Data Protection and Telework
With the recent approval of Law 126 of 2020, which “ESTABLISHES AND REGULATES TELEWORK IN THE REPUBLIC OF PANAMA”, some data protection measures must be complied by both the worker and the employer.
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Employers Can Sue Employees for Breach of Promise Not to Compete While Still Employed
California law generally holds that covenants not to compete and other contracts through which employers seek to prevent employees from going into direct competition with employers after they leave employment are void and unenforceable.
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Must Knows for Businesses in Taiwan: Enforcement Rules of the Labor Incident Act
The Labor Incident Act (hereinafter the “Act”) was implemented on January 1, 2020. As a specialized law of the Taiwan Code of Civil Procedure where labor incidents occupy a large part of civil litigations, the implementation of the Act certainly impacted many pending labor-related cases.
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Whistling at Work
Whistleblowers are receiving more protection by law. Organisations should take note of the recent legislative changes and take action to address the changes.
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Serious Consideration Must Be Given In Responding to CLRA Demands
“The Consumer Legal Remedies Act (“CLRA”) gives consumers the right to sue a seller, individually and on behalf of a class of affected consumers, if the seller defrauded the consumer. A lawsuit may not be filed for violation of the CLRA unless the consumer first sends a written demand for correction to the seller and the seller fails to offer an adequate correction within thirty (30) after the demand is received.
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Succession Planning for Family Owned Business
An inevitable issue facing every family business is succession – who will replace the current owners and officers of the business once they retire or die? This may be the thorniest issue of all in the transferring of a family business from one generation to another, and prior planning (or the lack thereof) can make the difference between success or failure for the continued viability of the entire family business.
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Michigan Court of Appeals Confirms That False Bankruptcy Petition Can Preclude Tort Action Based on Estoppel
Where a Plaintiff files a bankruptcy action and later files a personal injury lawsuit based on a pre-bankruptcy incident, the failure to disclose the personal injury claim on the bankruptcy petition will preclude the personal injury lawsuit based upon the defense of Judicial Estoppel.
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Insurance Coverage Update
From bad faith litigation to insurers’ defense and indemnity obligations to waiver of attorney-client privilege, courts are continuing to fine-tune insurers’ rights and responsibilities. In addition, with the ever-changing world of technology, new issues are constantly emerging that insurers may want to consider in advance of issuing insurance and in anticipation of possible litigation.
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The Variable Capital Company: An Answer to Singapore's Fund Management Sector?
On January 14th, 2020, the Variable Capital Companies Act 2018 was passed into Singapore law. The creation of the Variable Capital Company (which shall be referred to as the “VCC”) represents Singapore’s efforts to boost its fund management industry by providing a fund-friendly legal entity.
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China's Fourth Amendment of the Trademark Law Come Into Force in November of 2019
The fourth amendment of the Trademark Law of the People's Republic of China was passed by the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress on April 23, 2019 and the Amendments come into force from November 1, 2019. In the past, one of the common complaints amongst foreigners on China’s trademark law, is the holding ransom of foreign trademarks by Chinese nationals.
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A webinar series hosted by Primerus members is ongoing. Click
here
for a full schedule of webinars and to register.
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Primerus Small Group Round Tables
Primerus invites you to join a small group round table discussion via Zoom Video Conference. Connect with Primerus lawyers and other in-house counsel/corporate executives for a 30-35 minute session. The group will entertain dialogue on a variety of topics including but not limited to the following:
- Do you have specific questions about your business operation during the Pandemic? (Employment, Cyber Security, Technology, Business Overhead, Insurance, Contracts, etc.)
- Are you interested in hearing from others on how they are leading their organizations through the ongoing challenges?
- Do you simply want to fight social isolation?
If you are interested in joining an upcoming session email
Chris Dawe
for scheduling options.
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Primerus is a society of the world's finest independent, boutique law firms. With nearly 200 member firms in 50 countries, Primerus provides clients easy access to the right lawyer, with the right skills, in the right location, and at the right cost. We seek out, accept and retain only the best firms for membership. Each firm is screened to ensure its commitment to excellence as embodied in the Six Pillars: Integrity, Excellent Work Product, Reasonable Fees, Continuing Legal Education, Civility and Community Service.
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The Primerus Client Resource Institute
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The Primerus Client Resource Institute (PCRI) is the client section of the Primerus membership intended for in-house counsel, risk managers, claims managers, and corporate executives who are responsible for the legal affairs of their companies. Given the challenges of doing business in today's fast-paced, global economy, it has never been more important for companies around the world to develop trusted relationships with law firms that offer high quality legal services at reasonable fees. Primerus seeks out, screens and audits our firms to make sure we have only the finest, so companies in need of legal services can call upon any Primerus lawyer with complete confidence that he or she is reasonably priced, highly competent, and worthy of your trust.
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Marketplace
Below is a list of the Primerus approved industry service providers currently offering special pricing advantages and discounts to Primerus members worldwide.
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The
2019 Fall Paradigm Magazine
delivers articles regarding developments and trends in legal issues relevant to corporate clients around the world, while showcasing Primerus members as leaders with the expertise to assist clients with any legal needs they may have.
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Legal Disclaimer: The general information contained in this e-Newsletter is intended for informational purposes only. It is not intended to be legal advice, and should not be construed as legal advice or legal opinion on any specific facts or circumstances. You should consult legal counsel regarding your individual circumstance.
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