If your company already has global business interests—or is looking toward the global markets for new opportunities—you’re facing many additional, perhaps unanticipated, risks and challenges. Businesses participating in the global marketplace are increasingly held to higher standards of social, environmental and ethical accountability; and unresponsive companies risk damage to their reputations, brand image and competitiveness. learn more

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  • New Massachusetts Law Requires Significant Economy-Wide Greenhouse Gas Reductions [Read More]
  • EPA Changes to Audit Procedure Provide Meaningful Incentives for Self-Disclosure By New Owners [Read More]
  • Securities Regulators Focus on People Churning the Rumor Mill [Read More]
  • The SJC Affirms That Minor Deviations From MCP Compliance Will Not Bar Cost Recovery under Chapter 21E [Read More]
  • Developments in US Climate Change Regulation: Massachusetts DEP Activates Carbon Offset Safety Valve Under CO2 Regulations [Read More]

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October 19, 2008 ACC Annual Meeting '08 [Read More] Washington State Convention & Trade Center
Seattle, WA

Client Successes more

  • BP p.l.c.
    Our lawyers are advising BP p.l.c. on human rights, labor rights, security practices, and rule of law issues regarding the BTC oil pipeline project, which will be located in Azerbaijan, Georgia and Turkey. Foley Hoag lawyers previously conducted a seminal human rights assessment for BP in Papua, Indonesia. This study identified potential issues surrounding the development of a large natural gas field, including its impact on indigenous peoples. We also provided guidance regarding balancing human rights and security concerns, as well as supporting Papuan civil society and governance. [Read More]
  • Polo Ralph Lauren
    Our lawyers were retained by Polo Ralph Lauren to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of its global human-rights compliance program. This work included evaluating the company’s existing code of conduct, operating guidelines, monitoring structure, reporting structure and communications systems. Our goal was to enhance implementation of industry best practices and help ensure compliance with international legal norms. [Read More]