(July 2009) The James Hardie Decision - Implications for Directors and their Advisors- Paper Only- (BUS56)
Member: $ 16.50
Non-Member: $ 19.50
Bill Koeck
(July 2009)
The speaker will focus on:
Key factual background.How directors should conduct and record meetings, and the implications for the business judgment rule.The allocation of responsibilities and liabilities between non executive directors and executive officers when preparing and approving key ASX announcements, implications for directors duties.Who is the relevant audience for directors to consider when authorising company announcementsIntersection between the court’s findings in James Hardie and continuous disclosure.Implications of the decision for Board processes (draft minutes, agenda, process for decision-making and authorising announcements, role of advisors, urgently convened meetings).Position of the General Counsel in reliance on other directors, management and advisers.Implications for Company Officers.
