Hugo Guzman
Hugo Guzman is a reporter on ALM's in-house desk based in California, covering legal departments at disruptive technology companies, as well as labor and employment issues involving the NLRB, EEOC and other regulators. Connect with him at [email protected] today.
May 31, 2023 | Corporate Counsel
Veteran of Engine-Maker Cummins Takes Legal Reins of Newly Public SpinoffCorporate America is on a spinoff spree, a trend that is creating highly coveted legal chief posts. Cummins spinoff Atmus Filtration is the latest example.
By Hugo Guzman
2 minute read
May 25, 2023 | Corporate Counsel
'Say Your Prayers': Meta's $1.3B Fine Might Not Be Last EU Data-Privacy Bombshell"As we have seen from the recent news, the cost of noncompliance is becoming quite high," said Ken Kumayama, a partner at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom.
By Hugo Guzman
4 minute read
May 19, 2023 | Corporate Counsel
Amid Troubled Merger, Albertsons Adds Experienced M&A GC"One of the things that excites me most about this opportunity is the vital role that Albertsons Cos. plays in the communities it serves as a grocery and pharmacy retailer committed to its customers and their well-being," Moriarty said.
By Hugo Guzman
2 minute read
May 19, 2023 | Corporate Counsel
How Google Is Leveraging Data Science to Improve Legal Ops"Data is a key enabler of digital transformation," said Google's Steve Gong. "It helps organizations to identify new opportunities, make better decisions, and improve operational efficiency."
By Hugo Guzman
4 minute read
May 18, 2023 | Corporate Counsel
Tech Companies That Bungle Layoffs Can Compound Their Problems"In the past, a company's decision to eliminate positions may have been protested by a small group of labor rights advocates. Today, thanks to social media, anyone can challenge workforce reduction decisions," said Sandra Sucher, a Harvard professor of management practice.
By Hugo Guzman
4 minute read
May 17, 2023 | Corporate Counsel
Too Much Work Causes Legal Department Burnout, But It's Not That Simple"A person who feels appreciated will always do more than is expected," said Paula Davis, a former corporate lawyer who now is a workplace-stress consultant.
By Hugo Guzman
4 minute read
May 12, 2023 | Corporate Counsel
Fintech Names Legal and Compliance ChiefPROG Holdings, which provides lease-to-own and buy-now-pay-later services, promoted a seven-year employee to chief legal and compliance officer.
By Hugo Guzman
1 minute read
May 10, 2023 | Corporate Counsel
5 Quick Questions for Contract AI CEO Otto Hanson"ChatGPT hallucinates with full confidence, but TermScout actually says, 'This is what I think is true about this contract. Here's my confidence in that prediction.'" TermScout CEO Otto Hanson said.
By Hugo Guzman
4 minute read
May 10, 2023 | Corporate Counsel
Report Suggests SEC Stepping Up Scrutiny of Deceitful AccountingThe agency is bringing more actions against individuals, rather than just businesses, a move that aligns with Chairman Gary Gensler's focus on holding people accountable for corporate misconduct.
By Hugo Guzman
3 minute read
May 05, 2023 | Corporate Counsel
GCs Can Play a Key Role Helping 'Neurodivergent' Employees Thrive"Neurodiversity is an asset to any workplace, due to the unique styles of thinking and problem-solving," said Ashlee Grant, a Baker & Hostetler partner.
By Hugo Guzman
3 minute read
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