Category Archives: FinCEN

ChatGPT and Other AI Tools Use As Discoverable Evidence in Litigation and Government Investigations: What Business Leaders Must Know


Use of AI can have significant evidence, document retention, and other consequences for organizations and their legal exposure. Organizations in their leaders need to manage the use of AI to manage these risks and obligations. Continue reading

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Public Companies Warned To Disclose Cyber Risks By $7 Million SEC Penalty


The $7 million in penalties the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) collected from four current and former public companies warns other public companies and their leaders of the growing risks of making materially misleading disclosures regarding cybersecurity risks and intrusions … Continue reading

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Chrisley, Other Felony Tax Prosecutions Highlight Growing Tax Criminal Prosecution Risks


Christley tax prosecution, other convictions show advisability of cleaning up and avoiding new employment, income and other tax violations. Continue reading

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Rene Augustine Named DOJ Antitrust Division Acting Deputy Assistant Attorney General Responsible for International and Policy


Zurich’s $5.1 million tax penalty reminds US businesses involved in international transactions to comply with US cross border reporting and tax requirements Continue reading

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$5.1 Million Zurich Life Tax Settlement Highlights International Reporting Noncompliance Risks


Zurich’s $5.1 million tax penalty reminds US businesses involved in international transactions to comply with US cross border reporting and tax requirements Continue reading

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12/17 Deadline to Comment on EPA’s Proposed Improvements to Methane Rule Governing New Oil and Gas Sources


12/17 Deadline to Comment on EPA’s Proposes Improvements to Methane Rule Governing New Oil and Gas Sources Continue reading

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11/27 Deadline To Comment On Proposed SBA Express Loan Programs and Affiliation Programs Rule Changes


11/27 Deadline To Comment On Proposed SBA Express Loan Programs and Affiliation Programs Rule Changes Continue reading

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FinCEN Warns US Businesses & Individuals Of corruption Related Risks Of Nicaraguan Investments or Dealings


FinCEN Warns US Businesses & Individuals Of corruption Related Risks Of Nicaraguan Investments or Dealings! Continue reading

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