Sentences with phrase «of key legal issues»

The intention is to cover in this and subsequent posts some of the key legal issues raised by the report.

«David's grasp of the key legal issues is invaluable.»

Finding a chapter that seemed on point, I would read it for an overview of the key legal issues and considerations.

On the contrary, as already noted, Ankersmit uses that term most effectively to offer fresh perspectives on a range of key legal issues, such as the balancing of the Treaty rights of intra-EU movement with public interest requirements.

This article, while not offering legal advice, is intended to inform landowners as to some of the key legal issues they should consider when evaluating a wind energy agreement proposed by a developer.

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Such risks, uncertainties and other factors include, without limitation: (1) the effect of economic conditions in the industries and markets in which United Technologies and Rockwell Collins operate in the U.S. and globally and any changes therein, including financial market conditions, fluctuations in commodity prices, interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates, levels of end market demand in construction and in both the commercial and defense segments of the aerospace industry, levels of air travel, financial condition of commercial airlines, the impact of weather conditions and natural disasters and the financial condition of our customers and suppliers; (2) challenges in the development, production, delivery, support, performance and realization of the anticipated benefits of advanced technologies and new products and services; (3) the scope, nature, impact or timing of acquisition and divestiture or restructuring activity, including the pending acquisition of Rockwell Collins, including among other things integration of acquired businesses into United Technologies» existing businesses and realization of synergies and opportunities for growth and innovation; (4) future timing and levels of indebtedness, including indebtedness expected to be incurred by United Technologies in connection with the pending Rockwell Collins acquisition, and capital spending and research and development spending, including in connection with the pending Rockwell Collins acquisition; (5) future availability of credit and factors that may affect such availability, including credit market conditions and our capital structure; (6) the timing and scope of future repurchases of United Technologies» common stock, which may be suspended at any time due to various factors, including market conditions and the level of other investing activities and uses of cash, including in connection with the proposed acquisition of Rockwell; (7) delays and disruption in delivery of materials and services from suppliers; (8) company and customer - directed cost reduction efforts and restructuring costs and savings and other consequences thereof; (9) new business and investment opportunities; (10) our ability to realize the intended benefits of organizational changes; (11) the anticipated benefits of diversification and balance of operations across product lines, regions and industries; (12) the outcome of legal proceedings, investigations and other contingencies; (13) pension plan assumptions and future contributions; (14) the impact of the negotiation of collective bargaining agreements and labor disputes; (15) the effect of changes in political conditions in the U.S. and other countries in which United Technologies and Rockwell Collins operate, including the effect of changes in U.S. trade policies or the U.K.'s pending withdrawal from the EU, on general market conditions, global trade policies and currency exchange rates in the near term and beyond; (16) the effect of changes in tax (including U.S. tax reform enacted on December 22, 2017, which is commonly referred to as the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017), environmental, regulatory (including among other things import / export) and other laws and regulations in the U.S. and other countries in which United Technologies and Rockwell Collins operate; (17) the ability of United Technologies and Rockwell Collins to receive the required regulatory approvals (and the risk that such approvals may result in the imposition of conditions that could adversely affect the combined company or the expected benefits of the merger) and to satisfy the other conditions to the closing of the pending acquisition on a timely basis or at all; (18) the occurrence of events that may give rise to a right of one or both of United Technologies or Rockwell Collins to terminate the merger agreement, including in circumstances that might require Rockwell Collins to pay a termination fee of $ 695 million to United Technologies or $ 50 million of expense reimbursement; (19) negative effects of the announcement or the completion of the merger on the market price of United Technologies» and / or Rockwell Collins» common stock and / or on their respective financial performance; (20) risks related to Rockwell Collins and United Technologies being restricted in their operation of their businesses while the merger agreement is in effect; (21) risks relating to the value of the United Technologies» shares to be issued in connection with the pending Rockwell acquisition, significant merger costs and / or unknown liabilities; (22) risks associated with third party contracts containing consent and / or other provisions that may be triggered by the Rockwell merger agreement; (23) risks associated with merger - related litigation or appraisal proceedings; and (24) the ability of United Technologies and Rockwell Collins, or the combined company, to retain and hire key personnel.

«Now, we're not only key distributors for our manufacturers, but as their U.S. market grows we also help them with a variety of issues everything — from marketing to legal,» Oscar Mekhaya says.

Of course, I am for equal opportunity and equal rights when it comes to legal and public - sphere issues, but the fact is, from 0 - 5, especially with regard to breastfeeding, a mother plays a key role that is very different from a father.

At 9 a.m., the New York State Bar Association hosts a continuing legal educationprogram for lawyers on how to handle key issues when representing LGBT clients, in light of the Obergefell v. Hodges case that recognized same - sex couples» right to marry across the country, CUNY Graduate Center Recital Hall, 365 Fifth Ave., Manhattan.

Also at 9 a.m., the NYS Bar Association is hosting a continuing legal education (CLE) program for lawyers on how to handle key issues when representing LGBT clients in light of the recent Supreme Court decision, CUNY Graduate Center Recital Hall, 365 Fifth Ave., Manhattan.

Kahn, a former state Supreme Court justice who was appointed a federal judge in 1996, recently instructed both sides to stop filing legal arguments, saying he has enough information to decide the key pre-trial issues on injury and diminution of property values.

Still, Ogden noted, a number of key issues central to the 2015 agreement remain unresolved — like what legal form the deal will take, how countries will prove they are making progress on mitigation targets and how much money wealthy nations will pony up to help poorer ones cut carbon and prepare for the impacts of climate change.

Below we explore some of the key ethical and social considerations, as well as legal and policy considerations, that are relevant to host genomic discoveries, followed by particular examples of ELSI issues that may arise if we apply genomic discoveries to four specific infectious diseases that differ in a number of ELSI - relevant characteristics (Table1).

Drawing together all three pillars of the Summit (Outcomes Research, Health Economics of Cancer Care, Organisation of Cancer Care Delivery), this concluding session will reflect on key survivor issues, including as well legal and regulatory matters, such as:

This program will address key legal issues that all administrative assistants need to know, including student residency, use of email and social media, and the essentials of HIB and discrimination law.

The National School Boards Association's Office of General Counsel provides subscribers with the definitive compilation and analytical summary of key legal cases, «hot button» issues, and news stories.

Risks and uncertainties include without limitation the effect of competitive and economic factors, and the Company's reaction to those factors, on consumer and business buying decisions with respect to the Company's products; continued competitive pressures in the marketplace; the ability of the Company to deliver to the marketplace and stimulate customer demand for new programs, products, and technological innovations on a timely basis; the effect that product introductions and transitions, changes in product pricing or mix, and / or increases in component costs could have on the Company's gross margin; the inventory risk associated with the Company's need to order or commit to order product components in advance of customer orders; the continued availability on acceptable terms, or at all, of certain components and services essential to the Company's business currently obtained by the Company from sole or limited sources; the effect that the Company's dependency on manufacturing and logistics services provided by third parties may have on the quality, quantity or cost of products manufactured or services rendered; risks associated with the Company's international operations; the Company's reliance on third - party intellectual property and digital content; the potential impact of a finding that the Company has infringed on the intellectual property rights of others; the Company's dependency on the performance of distributors, carriers and other resellers of the Company's products; the effect that product and service quality problems could have on the Company's sales and operating profits; the continued service and availability of key executives and employees; war, terrorism, public health issues, natural disasters, and other circumstances that could disrupt supply, delivery, or demand of products; and unfavorable results of other legal proceedings.

Issuer legal document which details the mechanics of the bond issuer, security features, covenants, events of default and other key features of the issue's legal structure.

Countries already have started adding their preferred options on some of the key issues, including the overall temperature goal, the legal framework, transparency issues, mitigation, finance and REDD +.

The key benefits of such injunctions were the speed with which the English courts can decide upon the issue of jurisdiction and the ability to have the debate over jurisdiction in English rather than a foreign language without the need to instruct legal advisers in another country.

The online operator will capture key details about the visitor's legal issue and email you a transcript of the chat encounter so that you can review and contact the potential client.

Legal Ladder is a dedicated careers blog intended to help lawyers and recruiters keep abreast of the key issues facing the profession.

With more than 200 partners and 1600 staff, BLM is instructed on a broad spectrum of legal issues and acts for customers in key sectors such as construction and property, corporate risks, healthcare, insurance and indemnity, leisure, public sector, retail, technology, media and telecoms, transport and the London Market.

In the series of videos below, Legal Week writer and consultant Dominic Carman talks to Kroll global cybersecurity practice leader Jason Smolanoff and EMEA cyber practice head Andrew Beckett about the findings of the survey and the key issues for GCs to consider.

Smart contracts are rapidly becoming part of the legal world, yet there remain several key issues that lawyers and their clients have to face.

One of the key talking points in the legal profession and likely to be a hot topic at this year's Legal Geek conference, the issue of cyber security is becoming ever more pertinent as companies and individuals alike rush to keep up with the information about ourselves that is available online and ensure it stays secure and uncompromlegal profession and likely to be a hot topic at this year's Legal Geek conference, the issue of cyber security is becoming ever more pertinent as companies and individuals alike rush to keep up with the information about ourselves that is available online and ensure it stays secure and uncompromLegal Geek conference, the issue of cyber security is becoming ever more pertinent as companies and individuals alike rush to keep up with the information about ourselves that is available online and ensure it stays secure and uncompromised.

We discussed his new role as the creator of Mike Maslanka @ Your Desk for the Texas Bar, the organization's new YouTube channel designed to educate lawyers and members of the general public on key legal issues.

One such conventional legal principle is the duty of care, and in the recent case of Ogale Community v Royal Dutch Shell plc, the key issue was whether the parent company could be liable for damage caused by the actions of its subsidiary.

The attorney must do so by remaining regularly engaged in the expert's work, by educating everyone involved in the e-discovery workup about the legal issues in the case, the factual matters impacting discovery, including witnesses and key evidentiary issues, the obligations around discovery imposed by the law or by the court, and of any relevant risks associated with the e-discovery tasks at hand.

PH: Juniors do a lot of diligence work — reviewing contracts and other key documents — and draft red - flag reports for the client, which highlight problematic legal and commercial issues and recommend what to do about them.

The benefits here lie in the value that this additional capability brings to practice groups in respect of: increasing the opportunity for value add exchanges on key business issues with senior client leadership; providing joined up legal and business services - for example in respect of corporate transactions and restructuring, and complex commercial negotiations in respect of major B2B contracts; and extending the reach of the brand beyond general counsel.

In a joint statement issued yesterday, the firms said: «Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright and leading Australian law firm Henry Davis York are exploring a potential combination to create one of the largest providers of legal services in the Australian market, with leading positions in key industry sectors and practices.»

As NSU explains, «This course provides hands - on experience for students on a number of key operational aspects of the practice of law, including the business foundation of successful law firm management; security and confidentiality of client information; marketing, public relations, advertising and social media; duties of technological competence under ABA «Ethics 20/20» amendments to the Model Rules of Professional Responsibility; predictive coding and other eDiscovery issues; client intake and case management; and issues related to the scope and composition of representation, including the unauthorized practice of law and unbundled legal services.»

Founded in 1901, Hunton & Williams blends more than a century of experience in virtually every key legal discipline with a broad view of current business realities and a forward - looking perspective on emerging issues to provide legal and regulatory advice that will carry its clients well into the 21st century.

Disparities in compensation are a key factor driving women out of the legal profession, according to a U.S. leader on the issue.

Poor leadership and a reluctance to deal with longstanding issues were the key factors behind the collapse of King & Wood Mallesons» (KWM) European arm, according to a Legal Week survey of City partners.

Seventy - two per cent of firms noted staff retention and succession planning as key priorities, and half of all legal firms pointed to staff retention as an issue.

As the representative body for the Bar, we have been working to identify the key legal issues which we believe need to be addressed by the Executive and the Legislature to facilitate a transition that minimises the risk of legal uncertainty, the loss of rights, and possible adverse consequences to the national economy, and that capitalises on the opportunities for post-Brexit global Britain.

Discussing the issues, personalities, and politics which have shaped Ontario's highest court, The Court of Appeal for Ontario offers appreciations of key figures in Canada's legal and political history — including John Beverly Robinson, Oliver Mowat, Bora Laskin, and Bertha Wilson — and a serious examination of what the right of appeal means and how it has been interpreted by Canadians over the last two hundred years.

A comprehensive «About Us» background on the West business, including an extensive library of media materials, podcasts and other materials on key issues and trends in the legal and information marketplace.

The key issue is the contradictory laws that make performing sex for money (prostitution) legal in Canada (that is, prostitution is not included as a criminal offence in the Criminal Code of Canada), while restricting where prostitutes can practise the trade safely, and severely limiting the people with whom they can associate.

Key figures include the «brilliant» Elizabeth Shepherd, who specialises in non-contentious environment matters and health and safety mandates; and legal director Jane Southworth, who also handles non-contentious environment matters and «demonstrates an in - depth understanding of the practical and legal issues involved».

What the team is known for: Extensive, expert coverage of partnership matters with key strengths in the legal and investment fund spheres and long experience advising UK and US firms on individual and team moves, restrictive covenants and discrimination issues.

We communicate regularly with our clients on the status of ongoing investigations, theories of liability, and our analysis of key documents and the relevant legal issues.

Early Resolution — the brainchild of Sir Charles Gray, a retired high court judge, and Alastair Brett, a former legal manager of The Times — aims to help parties cut costs by dealing with key issues at an early stage.

Identifying the «essential legal materials» is one of the key issues here too, but it would be a different question if we knew that Canadian libraries were developing repository collections too.

«ANVI LEGAL helped us to overcome a number of key issues within a crucial contract negotiation that typically would have taken far longer.

LegalWeek will feature workshop boot camps, networking events, hundreds of exhibitors on the tradeshow floor and five conferences designed to address key issues at a functional level: LegalCIO, LegalMarketing, Legal Diversity & Talent Management Forum, Business of Law Forum and Legaltech, the world's largest and longest running trade show for legal technoLegal Diversity & Talent Management Forum, Business of Law Forum and Legaltech, the world's largest and longest running trade show for legal technolegal technology.

If the review team develops a brief list of the key issues addressed during the matter — such as substantive legal issues, structuring issues, strategic or tactical issues or client relations issues — the list can be made available in a searchable database.

Thus, in cases where confidentiality is a key issue for the investigated entity, in order to establish privilege (and to make sure the investigation is made free of any conflicts of interest), it is in our view recommendable to having outside legal counsel lead the internal investigation.