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1
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FCPA

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Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA)

2
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What does the foreign corrupt practices act prohibit?

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Prohibits all U.S. companies from bribing foreign government or political officials.

3
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What is the difference between a bribe and grease payment?

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Bribe- anything of value not just money, illegal.
- Grease: payments are non discretionary facilitating payments. They are usually small
Legal to pay under foreign law

4
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Do american companies have to comply with american anti discrimination laws when operating overseas? When are they required to?

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  • Employers are not required to comply with employment discrimination laws if compliance would violate the law of the foreign country in which the workplace is located.
5
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In case of a violation who is liable

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both the employee and the employer are liable.

6
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Violations can result in

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fines of up to 2 million dollars for companies and a fine and imprisonment for individuals.

7
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Fines imposed upon individuals

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may not be paid directly or indirectly by the employer.

8
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The Civil Rights Act bans

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discrimination on the basis of sex.