Supplier Diversity is a proactive program at Grange Enterprise that encourages minority-owned businesses to participate in sourcing. This initiative, managed by Enterprise Strategic Sourcing, aims to promote diverse suppliers such as Black, Hispanic, women, veterans, LGBT, and non-Caucasian male-own

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Registration of a trademark grants exclusive rights to the proprietor and allows legal action against infringement. The Trademark Act, 1999 provides remedies like injunctions, damages, and penalties for unauthorized use of registered marks. Infringement occurs when a registered trademark is used wit

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This study analyses cost forecasting in major capital projects, identifying causes of cost underestimation and proposing measures to improve accuracy. Key findings highlight optimism bias, strategic misrepresentation, and the importance of data quality for accurate forecasts. Recommendations include

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PhD Research by Shailendra B. Singh in 2015 examined the state of the national media in Fiji, focusing on allegations of misrepresentation and conflict instigation. The study encompassed content analysis, journalist surveys, and a review of media ownership and laws, revealing insights on media profe

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Free consent in Indian contract law refers to consent that is not influenced by coercion, undue influence, fraud, misrepresentation, or mistake. Coercion involves committing or threatening to commit acts forbidden by the Indian Penal Code to force someone into an agreement. Undue influence occurs wh

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The Insurance Act 2015 brings significant changes in insurance contract law, shifting from Duty of Disclosure to Fair Presentation. This Act influences both Brokers and Insurers, requiring clear and accessible disclosure of material circumstances. The remedies for misrepresentation and non-disclosur

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Rescission is a legal remedy where a court cancels a contract and orders exchanged items to be returned. It can be invoked in cases of material breach, impracticability, frustration, mistake, or misrepresentation. This article explores the concept of rescission, its criteria under common law and UCC

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Tourette Syndrome (TS) is a neurobiological disorder characterized by uncontrollable vocal and physical tics. Despite being underrepresented, it affects around 1 in 100 individuals. TS often goes undiagnosed, leading to misunderstanding and misrepresentation. The NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome prov

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Forensic accounting plays a crucial role in detecting and investigating various types of fraud such as financial reporting fraud, asset misappropriation, and employee embezzlement. Fraud is defined as intentional deception resulting in a loss and involves misrepresentation of material facts. Types o

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Explore the concepts of passing off and unfair competition in the context of registered trademarks and tort law. Learn about the elements of passing off, including goodwill and misrepresentation, with British case examples illustrating the application of these legal principles. Delve into the nuance

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The Consumer Insurance Act of 2012 brought significant changes to consumer insurance contracts, replacing the duty to disclose with a duty to take reasonable care to avoid misrepresentation. The Act outlines the process for determining breaches and sets criteria for what constitutes reasonable care.

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Promotion in the formation of a company involves the initial groundwork by a promoter, who assembles funds, property, and managerial expertise. Promoters have a fiduciary duty towards the company and original shareholders, necessitating full disclosure of all material facts. They can be held liable

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Experience various challenges in fostering inclusive environments in higher education, such as low expectations, neglect, and misrepresentation. Explore solutions, including creating awareness, addressing isolation, setting high standards, and supporting intersectionality. Recognize the importance o

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Misrepresentation in contracts occurs when false statements are made during negotiations, impacting the contract's validity. The common law approach distinguishes between promissory statements and mere representations, with remedies available to address misrepresentations. Hedley Byrne & Co. Ltd v H

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Claimants in misrepresentation disputes often struggle through obscure details to build their claims. Boilerplate clauses like No-Reliance and Entire Agreement aim to prevent such claims. Legal principles like contractual estoppel can bind parties to false statements. Statutory control under the Mis

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Prof. Caroline Wanjiku Kihato presents a situational analysis of African migration, highlighting the misrepresentation of African migration as a crisis by global discourse. The majority of African migration occurs within the continent, dispelling common narratives of all Africans heading north. The

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Iraqi Civil Law and Louisiana Law both outline the notion of contract, emphasizing obligations and consent. The Iraqi Civil Code defines a contract as a unison of offer and acceptance, while the Louisiana Civil Code incorporates French principles of vices of consent. Both legal systems require valid

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Cost overruns in projects can be attributed to systematic bias, like optimism bias and strategic misrepresentation, or selection bias where projects with low estimated costs are more likely to be selected leading to underestimation. Mitigating these biases is crucial for accurate project budgeting a

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