Arthur T. Donato, Jr. — Representing Corporations in Internal Investigations
Are you concerned your business may become a target of an investigation? If so, it may be advisable to perform and internal investigation: find out promptly if it or someone (an employee, officer or director) has done something wrong. We will put a team together to investigate – the factual allegations, the extent to which the company is in or out of compliance with regulations and applicable law, and then make recommendations to the board. These are complicated issues and filled with difficult decisions.
The Law Offices of Arthur T. Donato, Jr., represents corporations in all aspects of an investigation launched by governmental or regulatory agencies including conducting an internal investigation in those situations where that is advisable. Contact the law firm if you have received notice of an investigation.
Legal Representation in Internal Investigations
A corporation may find itself the subject of an investigation into whether it has allegedly violated regulations, whether an employee has violated state or federal laws or if another violation has occurred. If a grand jury subpoena has been directed at an officer, board member or employee, or if records have been requested by an investigative body, it is important to seek legal representation as soon as possible.
The Law Offices of Arthur T. Donato, Jr., understands the effect a criminal prosecution can have on a business. A business may face significant penalties such as debarment, monetary penalties or even exposure to incarceration. There are many collateral adverse consequences to criminal investigation or prosecution such as non-monetary damages that affect the business' reputation and employee morale.
Corporate Compliance: Minimizing Risk
One of the most effective ways of minimizing liability and the potential for future litigation is to ensure corporate compliance. Attorney Donato helps businesses understand the various state and federal laws that apply to them.
For more information about your legal options in an internal investigation, contact a lawyer at the Media, Pennsylvania, Law Offices of Arthur T. Donato, Jr., today.
