Can Your Business Be Charged With Corruption If Your Employee Gives A Bribe To Secure A Contract For The Business?

Under Section 17A of the MACC Act 2009, a bribe paid by an employee, agent or other person associated with your business can expose not only the company, but potentially its directors and senior management as well.

In this article, I explain corporate liability, the statutory defence under Section 17A(4), and how the T.R.U.S.T. framework can help businesses reduce their corruption risks.

Can Your Business Bank Account Become Part Of A Money-Laundering Investigation Because Of Someone Else’s Cybercrime?

Your business could face scrutiny if funds linked to cybercrime pass through its bank account, even if you were unaware of the underlying criminal activity. From suspicious third-party payments to unexpected transfers, seemingly ordinary business transactions can expose your company to financial and legal risks.

Learn how to identify red flags, protect your business, and respond appropriately to suspicious transactions before they escalate into a money-laundering investigation.