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Mayer Brown

Senate Unanimously Holds Corporate Executive in Contempt of Congress for Failing to Comply with a Committee Subpoena

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On September 25, the US Senate held a corporate CEO in criminal contempt of Congress after he refused to comply with a subpoena to appear at a congressional hearing. Three days later, the company announced his resignation....more

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Corporate Transparency Act Beneficial Ownership Report Filing Deadline for Companies Formed Before This Year is January 1, 2025 |...

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As we have previously reported, the federal Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) requires most privately held companies organized in the U.S. and foreign companies that register to do business in a U.S. state to file an online...more

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

DOJ Updates Corporate Compliance Guidance, Takes Aim at AI, Emerging Technologies, and Data Analytics

Last week, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) released an updated version of its Evaluation of Corporate Compliance Programs (ECCP) guidance, with key updates reinforcing the DOJ’s focus on the risks associated with...more

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2024 ECCP-Embracing Continuous Improvement

In her recent speech at the Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics 23rd Annual Compliance & Ethics Institute, Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Nicole M. Argentieri discussed the Evaluation of Corporate...more

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Keeping an Eye on AI: DOJ Updates its Playbook for Corporate Compliance

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On September 23, 2024, Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Nicole Argentieri announced that the US Department of Justice (DOJ) had issued updated guidance to federal prosecutors in its “Evaluation of Corporate...more

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Historic AML Prosecution, Previously Led by Shareholder Daniel Silva: Wynn Las Vegas Agrees to $130M Penalty in Largest-Ever...

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On September 6, 2024, Wynn Las Vegas (“Wynn LV”) agreed to forfeit over $130 million to resolve a criminal investigation into the gaming giant’s suspected violated federal anti-money laundering (“AML”) laws. Daniel Silva, a...more

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It’s Time to Recognize the Hypocrisy of Sports Gambling Laws And Let Pete Rose into the MLB Hall of Fame

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“Charlie Hustle” died this week – 35 years after being banned for life from Major League Baseball and from enshrinement into its Hall of Fame. I don’t need to regurgitate Pete Rose’s stats; anyone who saw him play knows how...more

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Cartel Enforcement is Evolving Across the Americas. Here Are Three Aspects to Consider

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Competition enforcers throughout the Americas focus their efforts to investigate and prosecute antitrust cartels: agreements between competitors to fix prices, rig bids, or allocate markets....more

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Company Liability in South Africa: Take Adequate Steps to Prevent Corruption or Face Criminal Prosecution

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An amendment to South Africa’s Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act (PRECCA) in April 2024 has created a new criminal offense relating to the failure by members of the private sector or state-owned entities...more

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EU-Wide Corporate Criminal Law: Tightening the Reins

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The Council of the European Union recently submitted its proposal in the ongoing legislative process for a new directive to combat corruption in the EU. The new directive will allow the EU to impose worldwide...more

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Kentucky AG Clarifies Legal Status of Gray Machines and Risk-Free-Play Devices – Implications for the Industry

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Gambling machines in Kentucky have recently come under increased scrutiny following the enactment of House Bill 594, which amended the definition of “gambling device” under Kentucky law, effective June of last year. The law...more

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US DOJ Provides Details About Its Whistleblower Pilot Program in Practice and More US Attorneys’ Offices Launch Their Own Programs

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On September 17, 2024, senior officials from the US Department of Justice (DOJ) gave comments offering insight into its new Corporate Whistleblower Awards Pilot Program (“Pilot Program”) as it has operated in practice so far....more

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FCA 101: Falsity

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To prove a False Claim under the False Claims Act (FCA), the government or relator must establish three elements: 1.Falsity; - 2.Knowledge; and - 3.Materiality. In this blog post, we will explore the Falsity element. ...more

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DOJ's Revised ECCP Signals Expectations of a Data-driven Compliance Program

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On September 23, 2024, Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Nicole M. Argentieri announced much-anticipated revisions to the US Department of Justice (DOJ)’s Evaluation of Corporate Compliance Programs (Revised ECCP)...more

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Commerce Department Updated its Voluntary Self-Disclosure Policy for Export Controls Violations

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The Commerce Department’s Bureau of Industry and Security (“DOC-BIS”) is adopting procedures to generate voluntary self-disclosures for violations of export controls laws.  Companies have to weigh carefully the risks when...more

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Prince George’s County, MD Amends Criminal Background Check Law

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The Prince George’s, Maryland County Council recently enacted Bill CB-019-2024, amending the county's Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards. Effective September 16, 2024, the ordinance—renamed “Access to Employment for...more

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The Robins Kaplan Justice Report - Vol. 18, No. 3

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MAKING THE WHOLE TRUTH PUBLIC: THE FIGHT TO RELEASE BODY-WORN CAMERA FOOTAGE IN SECTION 1983 LITIGATION - Body-worn cameras were heralded as a promising innovation in the fight against crime and police misconduct. But in...more

Mayer Brown

DOJ’s Criminal Division Updates Policy on 3 Key Topics: Artificial Intelligence, Whistleblower Programs, and Compliance Program...

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On September 23, 2024, Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Nicole M. Argentieri (PDAAG), speaking at the Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics Annual Compliance & Ethics Institute, announced three key updates to...more

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

OCC highlights recent enforcement actions

On September 19, 2024, the OCC released a list of recent enforcement actions against a federal savings bank, a national bank, and an individual affiliated with a national bank (an institution-affiliated party, or IAP)....more

Harris Beach PLLC

Using AI? Tips for Avoiding DOJ Investigations

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When corporations use Artificial Intelligence (AI) programs, they should be sure to use them in a manner that doesn’t result in the Department of Justice knocking on their door. The DOJ just released an updated version of its...more

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From Evidence to Misinformation: Courts Brace for Deepfake Challenges

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As deepfake technology becomes increasingly sophisticated and accessible, courts are now facing unprecedented challenges in distinguishing authentic evidence from AI-generated fabrications. This issue, particularly critical...more

K&L Gates LLP

Anti-Bribery and Corruption Update

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Earlier this year, Australia enacted the Crimes Legislation Amendment (Combatting Foreign Bribery) Act 2024 (the Act) in an attempt to strengthen the country’s anti-bribery and corruption regime. The Act, which overhauls...more

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K&C Sports & Entertainment Law Weekly Roundup - October 2024

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Lawyers involved with a proposed multi-billion-dollar settlement of three athlete-compensation antitrust cases against the NCAA and the Power Five conferences filed documents on Thursday that included small, but potentially...more

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DOJ Releases AI-Related Compliance Guidance

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On September 23, 2024, the Department of Justice updated its guidance on the Evaluation of Corporation Compliance Programs to include questions specifically focused on companies’ use and implementation of artificial...more

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New York Note: Adams Indictment, City of Yes, City Legislation, Trailblazers in Real Estate

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Adams Pleads Not Guilty to Five Felony Charges- On Friday afternoon, Eric Adams pleaded not guilty to five felony counts, including bribery and fraud. Adams has been accused of receiving over $100K in illegal gifts and...more

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