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The Legal Intelligencer

Defending Officers and Directors From a Lawsuit by the Company

When a corporate director or officer is sued by a third party for alleged misconduct carried out in her capacity as director/officer, the company generally indemnifies the director/officer by defending her against the lawsuit.
8 minute read

New York Law Journal

Another Look at 'Super Options'

In his Executive Compensation column, Joseph E. Bachelder III discusses “super options,” which represent a new and unique form of long-term incentive. He analyzes two cases in his discussion.
8 minute read

Delaware Business Court Insider

Highlights of Key Decisions From Delaware's Supreme Court and Court of Chancery

For the 14th year, we have created an annual list of important corporate and commercial decisions of the Delaware Supreme Court and the Delaware Court of Chancery.
10 minute read

Daily Business Review

Shareholder Litigation in Fla.: Be Wary of Contract Clauses That May Be Unenforceable

Getting into a new business venture with friends is exciting, but when the relationship heads south, the fallout is only “exciting” for the lawyers.
5 minute read

Delaware Business Court Insider

Third Circuit Revives Investor Claims Against M&T Bank

The panel found M&T Bank did not properly disclose issues surrounding consumer violations and its anti-money laundering compliance.
3 minute read

New York Law Journal

Walmart Doesn't Have to Face Shareholder Lawsuit, Appeals Court Rules

The decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit preserves a ruling handed down last year in the Southern District of New York.
3 minute read

The Legal Intelligencer

Ethics Forum: Questions and Answers on Professional Responsibilty

I represent a corporation and disagree with certain decisions of the president of the corporation. What obligation do I have to go to the corporation's board?
8 minute read

Corporate Counsel

How to Start Smart and Maximize Value From Internal Investigations

Given the potential advantages from a well-conducted internal investigation, it is crucial for a company to avoid missteps at the outset that could undercut the investigation's ultimate value. This article focuses on three fundamental questions pertaining to the structure of an investigation that a company must resolve before it commences.
9 minute read

Corporate Counsel

Legal's End-of-Year Check-Up and a Plan for 2019 Improvements

The final weeks of the year are a time to reflect and prepare for what is to come. For general counsel, it's no different as they take stock of legal department performance and set a direction for 2019.
6 minute read

Corporate Counsel

Consider Hiring Former Prosecutors for Nonlitigation In-House Jobs

What about hiring former prosecutors for nonlitigation roles, where sharp legal minds are needed for complex transactions? Can prosecutors adapt their litigation skills to help a company drive revenue? Absolutely.
6 minute read

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