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When Talking About “The Office” at the Office Becomes a Problem

The more television Americans watch, the more they talk about those programs at work the next day. The problem is that much of what they view on TV isn't appropriate to discuss in the workplace, says employment law expert Shanti Atkins in this Q

13 Oct 2009
Careers IT Leadership Legal
opinion

Website Disclaimers – Yes, They Do Work

Have you ever wondered if your website disclaimers are really necessary? A recent case provides a timely reminder of how a disclaimer can protect you from liability for website mistakes.

9 Oct 2009
Compliance Internet Legal
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Sour Apples: Apple and Woolworths Battle Over Logo

Australia's Woolworths Supermarkets just came out with a new logo for its fresh foods business, but Apple cries foul.

6 Oct 2009
Intellectual Property Social Networking Apps iPhone
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Identity Theft: 7 Tips for Complying with FTC Red Flag Rules

The FTC's Red Flag Rules for reducing fraud due to identity theft take effect on November 1. Here's what you need to do to make sure you comply.

25 Sep 2009
Legal
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How to Protect Your Legal Rights When Sharing IT Services

To get the benefits from shared services, you need to address the risks to your company's intellectual property.

29 Aug 2009
Legal
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Legal Considerations for Shared Services

Choose a corporate model that reflects the mission of your shared services groupn

27 Aug 2009
Business IT Alignment Legal
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H-1B Visa Sponsors: Surprise! You’re Being Audited

U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS), which administers the H-1B and L-1 visa programs, has beefed up its anti-fraud auditing efforts this year with surprise site visits to companies that employ temporary non-immigrant visa holders. H-

13 Aug 2009 5 mins
Compliance Government Regulation
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Speed Sourcing: The New Outsourcing Trend

Outsourcing consultancies are offering new ways to accelerate the outsourcing selection process--no exhaustive vendor search, no RFP, and a signed contract in record time. The concept is called speed sourcing, but it isn't right for everyone. He

19 May 2009 5 mins
Legal Outsourcing
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Guide to a Perfect Offshore Outsourcing Vendor Deal: The “Don’t” List

In times of economic stress, companies see offshore outsourcing as a quick way to reduce IT and other back-office expenses. So they rush to ink deals, and in the process, they cut corners that end up costing them in the long run. Here are eight pitfa

14 May 2009 8 mins
IT Leadership Legal Outsourcing
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Plan an Outsourcing Deal’s End at Its Beginning

Plan ahead to ensure a successful exit for you and the vendor.

28 Apr 2009 2 mins
Legal