Volume 17 - Number 7 | March 2010
| March Issue in PDF Format … |
| Feds to Corporate America: ‘The Cops Are Coming’ By Laurence A. Urgenson, Samuel G. Williamson and Audrey L. Harris On Jan. 19, the Department of Justice (DOJ) announced the arrest of 22 individuals as part of a "sting" operation aimed at uncovering violations of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA). As intended, the case got a great deal of publicity due to both the large number of individuals arrested and the manner in which the investigation was handled. |
| Justice Department Issues Guidance on Discovery By Jonathan A. Vogel and Elizabeth M.Z. Timmermans In the wake of a high-profile case that highlighted discovery abuses by federal prosecutors, the Department of Justice (DOJ) issued guidance regarding the government’s discovery obligations on Jan. 4, 2010. |
| Heightened FCPA Exposure for Executives By Brian Whisler In enforcement of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), the standards are continuously evolving, leaving corporate executives increasingly preoccupied with how prosecutors and regulators might view their activities. Some executives say this issue keeps them up at night. |
| In the Courts National rulings of importance to you and your practice. |
| The Business Crimes Hotline Recent rulings you need to know. |
