SEC whistleblower bounties: ten things companies can do right now to stay ahead

Autor: Thomas W. White, Michael R. Dube, Jonathan D. Rosenfeld, Andrea J. Robinson, Mary Jo Johnson, Arian M. June, Laura S. Wertheimer, William R. McLucas
Rok vydání: 2012
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Zdroj: Journal of Investment Compliance. 13:39-40
ISSN: 1528-5812
DOI: 10.1108/15285811211216709
Popis: PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to recommend proactive measures that companies should take to manage reports of securities violations under the SEC's new whistleblower program.Design/methodology/approachThe paper explains the whistleblower bounty program and recommends ten proactive measures that companies should consider.FindingsCompanies have an incentive to investigate reports of potential violations quickly while also ensuring compliance with the anti‐retaliation protections.Practical implicationsCompanies should take steps now to bolster internal reporting and investigative procedures and encourage employees to utilize internal reporting mechanisms.Originality/valueThe paper provides expert advice from experienced securities and financial services lawyers.
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