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March 2010 │ Issue 90

In this issue... Mexico security, officer liability in Brazil, mining corruption, M&A due diligence

MEXICO SECURITY
Los Bandidos Ride Again

Cargo theft, a growing problem in Mexico for the past decade, spiked 40% in 2009, as criminal gangs in league with organized crime, tightened their grip on the country's highways and railways.

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Silvia Chavez & Guillermo Tello, Mexico City GO TO FULL STORY

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DUE DILIGENCE
You Bought the Company. Now what?

With M&A activity surging in Latin America, it's worth remembering that there's only so much due diligence you can do before acquiring a company; the real investigation begins after the deal closes.

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Glen Harloff & John Price, Miami GO TO FULL STORY

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MINING
Who Cares About Corruption?
The mining industry has managed to avoid the intense scutiny of the anti-corruption agencies. But this is no time for complacency. In many parts of the world, minnig and corruption go hand in hand, and mining companies can't expect to fly below the regulatory radar screen forever.

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Tommy Helsby, London  GO TO FULL STORY


CORPORATE LAW
Guilty Until Proven Innocent
A recent rulling by a Brazilian court, along with tougher action by tax authorities, increases the risk that executives may be held personally responsible for their company's tax liabilities. Officer need to be aware of the threat and know how to minimize the risk.
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Paulo Franco & Eduardo Fazoli, Sao Paulo  GO TO FULL STORY

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