In this new season of Adventures in Compliance, host Tom Fox takes a deep dive into the Sherlock Holmes collection The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes by Arthur Conan Doyle. It is final set of twelve Sherlock Holmes short stories by Arthur Conan Doyle first published in the Strand Magazine between October 1921 and April 1927.
In this episode, we consider the story, the Adventure of the Blanched Soldier. In this story, Sherlock Holmes investigates a case involving a missing man and an unusual illness, revealing a family secret in the process. This story provides several valuable compliance lessons for the 21st century compliance professional.
“The Adventure of the Blanched Soldier” teaches us that transparency, due diligence, and the ethical handling of sensitive information are core components of an effective compliance program. Holmes’s methods remind us that ignoring or concealing potential risks can have far-reaching consequences.
Highlights Include:
- Transparency and Ethical Duty
- Due Diligence and Investigation
- Confidentiality and Sensitive Information
- Responsibility to Act
- Health and Safety Compliance
Resources:
The New Annotated Sherlock Holmes
Sherlock Holmes FAQ by Dave Thompson
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