An Ounce of Prevention

Non-financial misconduct — harassment, bullying, discrimination, abuse of authority — can undermine an organization's culture, reputation and legal standing. Host Andrew Good invites Skadden colleagues to share insights based on their experience with corporate compliance and regulatory matters. Bora Rawcliffe , based in Abu Dhabi, explains how companies have historically treated workplace miscondu...

The U.K. enforcement landscape this year is focused on combating financial crime, with agencies like the Serious Fraud Office taking a more assertive approach and aiming for faster case resolutions. Skadden ’s Jason Williamson and Vanessa McGoldrick highlight how U.K. agencies are becoming more emboldened in their investigations while seeking quicker resolutions. With host Andrew Good guiding the...

The U.K. government's plan for a U.S.-style whistleblower incentive scheme marks a major evolution in HMRC's approach to tax enforcement. London-based colleagues Patrick O'Gara and Vanessa McGoldrick share their insights intothis development with host Andrew Good , discussing details of the plan, other U.K. authorities considering similar schemes and how companies should respond. Connect and Learn...

In the wake of the Trump administration’s sweeping rollback of sanctions on Syria, businesses face a complex landscape as they contemplate reentering the Syrian market. In this episode of "An Ounce of Prevention," host Andrew Good sits down with Washington, D.C. partner Eytan Fisch and London-based counsel Jonathan Benson to break down a wealth of topics, including the parallel easing of sanctions...

With the recent creation of the International Anti-Corruption Prosecutorial Taskforce in Europe, companies will now need to consider its impact on European and global regulatory enforcement matters. Margot Sève and Vanessa McGoldrick , who focus on cross-border enforcement matters at Skadden , describe how this collaboration between U.K., French and Swiss authorities represents a strategic respons...

We are pleased to present the premiere episode of “An Ounce of Prevention,” a podcast focused on compliance and white collar crime trends. In this inaugural episode, host Andrew Good is joined by Skadden colleagues Jonathan Benson and Jason Williamson to discuss the new U.K. failure to prevent fraud offence taking effect on September 1. The panel explores how this strict liability offence signific...

Welcome to “An Ounce of Prevention,” brought to you by Skadden’s internationally recognized White Collar Defense and Investigations Group. In this podcast, we explore crucial issues influencing corporate compliance and enforcement worldwide. Join us for valuable insights and analysis to help guide you through the intricate world of corporate accountability. If you’re enjoying “An Ounce of Preventi...