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Jul 23, 2024 | 
dx.doi.org | Dandan Wei |Cong Cao |Alexandra Karambelas |John Mak
IntroductionClick to copy section linkSection link copied!Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are reactive chemicals emitted into the atmosphere from anthropogenic and biogenic sources. In urban regions with elevated concentrations of nitrogen oxides (NOx), VOCs can undergo photochemical reactions leading to the formation of ground-level ozone, which has adverse effects on human health and ecosystems.
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Apr 22, 2024 | 
law360.com | Teresa Goody Guillén |Alexandra Karambelas |Jamie Reiner
ADVERTISEMENT Don't want ads? Subscribe or login now. By Teresa Guillén, Alexandra Karambelas and Jamie Reiner (April 22, 2024, 5:28 PM EDT) -- The new flexible work environment created in the post-pandemic years poses unique challenges for companies and individuals who work outside a traditional office.
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Apr 22, 2024 | 
law360.co.uk | Teresa Goody Guillén |Alexandra Karambelas |Jamie Reiner
By Teresa Guillén, Alexandra Karambelas and Jamie Reiner (April 22, 2024, 5:28 PM EDT) -- The new flexible work environment created in the post-pandemic years poses unique challenges for companies and individuals who work outside a traditional office. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission knows this and is actively enforcing the securities laws if violations result....
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Apr 18, 2024 | 
jdsupra.com | Brian Allen |Patrick Campbell |Alexandra Karambelas
The Criminal Division of the U.S. Department of Justice (the Department or DOJ) recently released a new pilot program on voluntary self-disclosures for individuals, aimed at encouraging greater cooperation related to certain types of corporate crime. In exchange for prompt self-reporting and full cooperation, individuals with potential criminal liability may be eligible to enter into a non-prosecution agreement (NPA) with the Criminal Division where all conditions are met.
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Apr 8, 2024 | 
jdsupra.com | Teresa Goody Guillén |Alexandra Karambelas |Jamie Reiner
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC or Commission) continues to focus on insider trading in the era of remote work and the use of personal devices. The use of data analytics has allowed the SEC to ramp up its detection and enforcement efforts on insider trading violations, regardless of the size or scope of the transactions. Companies should expect to see continued enforcement actions arising from the use of off-channel communications by employees.
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Jan 16, 2024 | 
jdsupra.com | Jonathan Barr |John Carney |Alexandra Karambelas
Damian Williams, the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York (SDNY or the Southern District), recently announced that his office is launching a new whistleblower pilot program, geared toward encouraging individuals with information about corporate crime and public corruption to come forward.
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Mar 7, 2023 | 
lexology.com | Jonathan Barr |John Carney |Teresa Goody Guillén |Alexandra Karambelas |Lauren Lyster |Michelle N. Tanney | +1 more
TakeawaysThe first-of-its-kind indictment for insider trading based on the use of Rule 10b5-1 plans comes one week after U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) amendments to the rule came into effect. The amendments to Rule 10b5-1 include a new cooling-off period for officers and directors, a requirement that directors and officers certify that they are adopting the plan in good faith, and enhanced disclosure requirements.
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Feb 14, 2023 | 
lexology.com | John Carney |Teresa Goody Guillén |Asim Grabowski-Shaikh |Alexandra Karambelas |Lauren Lyster |Michelle N. Tanney | +1 more
Key TakeawaysThe Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Division of Examinations (the Division) announced its 2023 examination priorities. The priorities for 2023 reflect increased concern around Regulation Best Interest (Reg BI), cryptocurrency, cybersecurity and emerging financial technologies. Additionally, the SEC will prioritize compliance with standards of conduct for broker-dealers and registered investment advisers (RIAs) and with recently adopted rules. OverviewOn Feb.
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Feb 8, 2023 | 
jdsupra.com | Lauren Bass |Teresa Goody Guillén |Alexandra Karambelas
Key Takeaways A New York federal court dismissed a class action suit by Coinbase customers who accused the cryptocurrency exchange of engaging in the sale of unregistered securities and failing to register as a broker-dealer, in violation of federal and state securities laws. Relying heavily on the terms of Coinbase’s user agreement, the court determined that Coinbase was not a “statutory seller” of the alleged securities and, therefore, not subject to the cited federal securities laws.
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Feb 7, 2023 | 
lexology.com | Lauren Bass |Teresa Goody Guillén |Alexandra Karambelas |Joanna F. Wasick
Key TakeawaysA New York federal court dismissed a class action suit by Coinbase customers who accused the cryptocurrency exchange of engaging in the sale of unregistered securities and failing to register as a broker-dealer, in violation of federal and state securities laws. Relying heavily on the terms of Coinbase’s user agreement, the court determined that Coinbase was not a “statutory seller” of the alleged securities and, therefore, not subject to the cited federal securities laws.
