The U.S. is ramping up cross-border enforcement with two new fraud task forces targeting non-U.S. entities, particularly those linked to China.
These companies should proactively manage disinformation, coordinate legal and communications strategies, and review asset structures with experienced counsel to mitigate escalating risks.
Chinese companies and individuals with ties to the U.S. face increasing regulatory and enforcement risks.
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) are expected to intensify their investigations and enforcement efforts
Those potentially affected should act early and decisively to mitigate exposure, navigate emerging challenges, and safeguard commercial opportunities.
The private cell phones of employees in high-stakes internal investigations can put key stakeholder relationships at risk, posing a serious challenge for general counsel or law firms unwilling to “burn a bridge” with a client or other external stakeholder.
In these complex situations, an independent, “one-off” third party uninterested in pursuing institutional relationships can be critical in delivering an unbiased, confidential assessment.
Companies should seek to limit liability by taking a few preventive measures to avoid serious risks associated with investigations.
