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06 Nov

It Isn’t about Money—Employee Activism Is Gaining Traction as Workers Speak out Against Employers

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November 6, 2019

By Joanna Massey, President & CEO, JDMA Inc. Labor unions in the United States are almost as old as the country itself. Having started as early as 1778, labor unions protect workers from abusive conditions, demand better pay, benefits, hours and safety. However, it was unthinkable—even just a few years ago—that individuals would speak out against their employers about business practices other than labor issues. Yet, that is exactly what is happening. With a hyper focus on issues—such as, climate change, equality...

04 Nov

Member News, News

How To Properly Fire An Employee

Posted by EACCNY
November 4, 2019

Termination should not be the first thing to come to mind when an employee is not entirely working out, but sometimes it does become necessary. When termination is the only option, make sure to handle the situation properly: Document Everything If you’re continually having to correct the same behaviors, you need to have a record showing this. The first time should be just a warning, but it should still be properly documented for future reference. Enforce Disciplinary Action Simply warning...

04 Nov

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5 Techniques to Get You Ransomware-Ready

Posted by EACCNY
November 4, 2019

Most of us have heard of “ransomware,” but what is it? Who does it impact? How can you protect your business? Think of ransomware as the smoke and mirrors of cyber attacks; the last ditch effort to take as much loot and valuable intel as possible before heading to the next victim. It’s an incredibly effective and popular way for cyber attackers to distract their victims from another covert attack, which may occur simultaneous to the ransomware. In fact, ransomware is...

01 Nov

Brexit News, Member News

Vulcan Insight | Analysis of the latest EU Developments 28 October – 1 November 2019

Posted by EACCNY
November 1, 2019

Key Events This Week Brexit is just a stage This week the European Council opted to extend Article 50 until 31 January 2020 to allow more time for the ratification of the Withdrawal Agreement. If the UK Parliament passes the Withdrawal Bill, Brexit could take place earlier on 1 December 2019 or 1 January 2020. In Brussels Michel Barnier called for a close partnership between the EU and UK after Brexit, acknowledging that peace in Ireland must remain a priority and that...

30 Oct

Brexit News, Member News

Brexit Update: U.K. General Election Set for 12 December 2019

Posted by EACCNY
October 30, 2019

By Huw Beverley-Smith, James Ellis-Rees, Christopher Jefferies | The Faegre Baker DanielsThe United Kingdom's (U.K.) exit from the European Union (EU) has been delayed until 31 January 2020, prolonging uncertainty for individuals and businesses on both sides of the Atlantic. The U.K. Parliament has decided to use this time to hold a general election in December.The 'Flextension' As discussed in our update last week, the U.K. Prime Minister was required by Parliament to seek an extension to the Brexit process.Yesterday, the EU...

30 Oct

Member News

How You Can Profitably Enter the US Market: 10 Legal Myths Debunked

Posted by EACCNY
October 30, 2019

By Marc Friedman, Global Commerce Education We have observed that there are a lot of myths and untruths in what people believe about doing business in the US and it often stops companies from moving toward their US market expansion goals. The biggest source of misconceptions seems to be the legal field so we are happy to bring you this compendium of 10 common legal myths about US Market Entry and why they are incorrect. It is authored by Marc Friedman,...

29 Oct

Member News

Blockchain & Cryptocurrency Regulation 2020

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October 29, 2019

By Josias N. Dewey | Joshua C. Krumholz | Brian J. Colandreo | Ieuan G. Mahony | Holland & Knight LLP Holland & Knight attorneys contributed to the Global Legal Insights' Blockchain & Cryptocurrency Regulation 2020 book that covers government attitude and definition, cryptocurrency regulation, sales regulation, taxation, money transmission laws and anti-money laundering requirements, promotion and testing, ownership and licensing requirements, mining, border restrictions and more. Technology Partner Joe Dewey served as the book's contributing editor. He also authored the industry chapter...

25 Oct

Brexit News, Member News

Vulcan Insight | Analysis of the latest EU Developments 21-25 Oct 2019

Posted by EACCNY
October 25, 2019

Key Events This Week Brexit – so close yet so far Saturday’s special meeting of the UK Parliament resulted in Prime Minister Johnson having to reluctantly write to EU Council President Donald Tusk to seek an extension until January 31st 2020. President Tusk has recommended that EU27 leaders grant the extension request. This is likely to be done by ordinary written procedure, without any additional European Council summit. After a meeting of EU diplomats in Brussels on Wednesday afternoon, officials have...

24 Oct

Member News

The French American Fund Announces its Annual Gala

Posted by EACCNY
October 24, 2019

The French American Fund is organizing its prestigious annual Gala in Paris at the Hotel de Talleyrand with the kind support of the embassy of the United States; this event is to benefit students' legislative scholarships both in Congress and in the French Parliament. WHEN? Tuesday December 17th, 2019 at 6pm || Register online HERE . Places are limited, Black Tie optional. To sponsor this event contact us at +336 9911 6809. Compliments of The French American Fund, a member...

24 Oct

Member News

Irene Picciano joins Portolano Cavallo as of counsel

Posted by EACCNY
October 24, 2019

Portolano Cavallo announces the arrival of Irene Picciano as of counsel. Irene will focus on competition as well as product, trade and corporate compliance matters. In the area of European law in general and competition, Irene has many years of experience in self-assessment procedures of horizontal and vertical agreements (distribution and agency agreements, long-term supply, production and specialization agreements, licensing, joint ventures, etc.), M&A assessments and notifications, assistance with respect to dawn-raids, compliance programs, cartel and abuse of dominance proceedings...

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