Welcome to The Woody Report, where Washington & Lee School of Law Associate Professor Karen Woody and host Tom Fox discuss issues on white collar crime, compliance issues, international corruption, securities and accounting fraud, and internal corporate…
Regarding compliance, one area that requires heightened attention is the role of auditors in detecting, evaluating, and communicating illegal acts. Recently, the PCAOB issued a document entitled SPOTLIGHT Auditor Responsibilities…
The Department of Justice (DOJ) recently launched its Corporate Whistleblower Awards Pilot Program to tackle corporate misconduct under various laws. However, unlike the structured and familiar whistleblower frameworks of the…
Last week, the much-anticipated Guidance regarding the UK’s new Failure to Prevent Fraud (FTPF) offense was released (the Guidance). This offense, embedded within the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act…
The Financial Times (FT) and Schroders Business Book of the Year Award is the most prestigious accolade in business publishing, recognizing exceptional insight, research, and storytelling in books addressing current…
A culture where employees feel safe to voice concerns through a speak-up culture is foundational to an ethical and compliant organization. However, fostering this environment is a two-way street; employees…
When it comes to corporate compliance, transparent and effective communication is non-negotiable. Your employees are not only the first line of defense but are also the customers of your compliance…
The Telephonica Venezuela FCPA enforcement action reminds us that third-party risk management is one of the most critical components of a corporate compliance program. From suppliers and distributors to agents…
The Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) role is essential in building an organization that meets regulatory standards and upholds a robust ethical culture. But what should the CCO be reporting to…
Last week, the Department of Justice (DOJ) announced a resolution of a Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) enforcement action involving Telefónica Venezolana, the Venezuelan subsidiary of Telefónica S.A. (Telefónica) involving…
The DOJ’s message from the 2024 ECCP is clear: if companies want to maintain credibility, mitigate risks, and avoid scrutiny, they must embrace data analytics to support and document their…
