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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  • Foley Hoag Represents Ecuador in Suit against Colombia, Seeking to Stop Aerial Coca Spraying That Has Dispersed into Ecuador, Sickening Villagers and Livestock, Damaging Croplands and Poisoning Ecosystems  [Read More]
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  • Recent Regulatory and Industry Moves Make Clear the Importance of Addressing Potential Indoor Air Contamination Issues [Read More]
  • EPA Explains Reasons for Rejecting California Greenhouse Gas Standard: The Battle Over Carbon Emissions Rages On [Read More]
  • Corporate Social Responsibility Brochure [Read More]
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  • 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]