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The “Do Something” Approach to Corporate Misconduct: Is law enforcement shutting the stable door after the horse has bolted?
The past eight years since the global financial crisis have seen law enforcement in most jurisdictions trying to “do something” about the misconduct that got us all into such an economic mess. The bankers have been blamed by media, politicians and the public. There have been attempts to...
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An Exciting Tax Year Appears Imminent: Proposals suggest major legislative action, but much remains unclear
Introduction: President-elect Donald Trump has indicated that one of his priorities is comprehensive tax reform and lower individual and business tax rates. Leaders of the Republican-controlled Congress have expressed similar views. Accordingly, comprehensive tax reform in 2017 is a real...
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Can FTC Call Cybersecurity As It Sees It?: LabMD appeal could lead to clearer guidance for healthcare and other businesses
Introduction: As the LabMD appeal suggests, the Federal Trade Commission may be making it up as it goes along when it comes to what it considers reasonable cybersecurity practices. That could change depending on a pending federal appellate ruling. McGuireWoods partner Nathan Kottkamp, who...
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One LPM Size Does Not Fit All: A nuanced approach that begins and ends with the client’s goals is the surest path to success
Every firm these days seems to be talking the legal project management talk. McGuireWoods, however, walks the walk – and does so in a manner that clients embrace. The firm eschews a one-size-fits-all approach for a more nuanced, attorney-driven LPM program that is winning fans inside the firm...
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Government Contractors Face Enhanced Enforcement: But opportunities abound for companies willing to confront risks and requirements others do not face
Let’s start with the good news. Companies that do business with the government often reap substantial rewards. The bad news is that they must do so in a souped up enforcement environment most others businesses do not face. Todd Steggerda and Edwin Childs know their way around the government-...
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One-Stop Shopping in the Green Lane: European customs and trade firms ally in a quest to add value for clients
Green Lane, an affiliation of European customs and trade law specialists, is named after the fast track for EU travelers between member states. It’s an apt designation. The goal of the alliance is to ease customs and trade dealings for companies working with the 28 EU member states and the...
Read MoreFDA Flexes Its Muscles in Food Fights: Strategic risk and crisis management take center stage as criminalization of enforcement threatens companies and their executives
Warning: Being a food company executive can be hazardous to your health. That’s no joke. Food and beverage companies and their executives are being prosecuted like never before. The following discussion on this high-risk enforcement environment is drawn from a recent webinar, “Food...
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