In federal courtrooms about 1,000 miles away from each other, two high-profile criminal trials of corporate CEOs are proceeding with so many similarities that it sometimes can be hard to keep them straight. In New York, a jury will likely reach a verdict this week on whether former WorldCom CEO Bernie Ebbers will go to […]
Bruce Carton
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Last Week’s Events Provide Reminder On SEC Probes
Corporate executives, spokespersons and counsel should be aware that the period immediately following an SEC investigation needs be treated as the “No-Spin Zone.” Consider last week’s rollercoaster ride at AGCO Corp., which is a $3.5 billion farm equipment manufacturer. Statement And Retraction On Wednesday, March 10, 2004, AGCO Corp., which had been the subject of […]
