FCPA
Since 1977, the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act has prohibited U.S. citizens and entities from bribing officials of foreign governments in order to further their business interests. Learn more about recent enforcement actions and developments related to the U.S. government’s anti-bribery efforts.
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No, Bribery Did Not Just Become Legal
Those who take Chicken Little view overlook global nature of corruption & law enforcement
FCPA Settlement Spotlights Continued Risks for Multinational Corporations in India
Recent regulatory changes and heightened scrutiny from external auditors add new layers of complexity to an already challenging compliance landscape
Jimmy Carter’s Anti-Corruption Legacy
Carter signed FCPA into law & nominated 2 women to SEC
Compliance Lessons From Telefónica’s FCPA Sequel
Between currency schemes and supplier relationships, case offers compliance officers plenty to think about
Royal Screw-Up Costs Raytheon $950M
Settlement includes federal monitors after DOJ finds company wasn't forthcoming
Compliance Lessons From Boston Consulting Group’s FCPA Declination
Self-disclosure, voluntary program improvements cited as factors in DOJ decision
2024 Latin American Corruption Survey
What comes first, compliance or enforcement? 2024 Report Latin American Corruption Survey What’s in this report from Miller & Chevalier:...
Supply & Demand: New US Law Provides FCPA Counterpoint by Targeting Foreign Public Officials for Bribery
For all its many benefits and demands on corporations, the FCPA tackles only one side of the bribery and corruption...
Recent FCPA Action Highlights Corruption Risks in Customer Relationships
Potentially risky connections can be common in commodities, insurance & financial industries
Why Building a Holistically Competent Compliance Function Means Looking Beyond Lawyers
A multidisciplinary approach is a better option for staffing your compliance & ethics team
The Historical Shift in International Trade Regulation: Why National Security Is Now at the Forefront of Doing Business
Remember that when government investigations begin, your compliance program will be under a microscope
Albemarle FCPA Enforcement Action
What does ‘timely’ self-disclosure really mean? Albemarle FCPA Enforcement Action A Lesson in Timeliness? What’s in this whitepaper from Tom...