2016 FCPA Enforcement Actions Demonstrate Global Reach

Israel, Brazil, United States, Netherlands—companies headquartered in each of these countries settled U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) enforcement actions in 2016 . They weren’t alone; 23 other companies in countries around the world...

Adjusting Media Strategy at Times of Crisis

When a disaster or bad publicity strikes a company, PR agencies and departments earn their keep. Of course, not every organization will thrive under tough circumstances. These events separate good PR teams that can provide positive return on investment...

States Face Revenue And Pension Pitfalls

The U.S. economy is entering an eighth year of recovery and the stock market has reached record heights, but at least 24 states face budget shortfalls in 2017 as revenues lag behind projections. Pension issues also continue to bedevil state and local...

FY 2017 Revenues Below Projections In Nearly Half Of States

Revenue collections in the first few months of fiscal 2017 were below projections in 24 states, the highest number early in the fiscal year - which for most states begins July 1 - since fiscal 2010, according to the National Association of State Budget...

Budgets In Brief - January 23 2017

WY House Passes Internet Sales Tax Bill The WYOMING House has given final approval to a bill requiring internet retailers located outside the state to collect sales taxes on purchases by state residents. The measure ( HB 19 ) now heads to the Senate...