Guess who wrote a nice long article about DPA's? Expert Analysis. Will SAIC DPA backfire on Civil Suits?" Thanks Barry a nice read.
"...that may be imposed on a corporation as
a result of a criminal conviction, such as
debarment from government contracts or
other federal programs"
"As has been observed, “While these agreements provide corporations the ability to
swiftly resolve investigations and reassure
shareholders and employees of the company’s continued viability, the agreements
also create risks through increased exposure to civil liability and financial penalties
and heightened tensions between the company and its employees resulting from the
waiver of attorney-client and work-product
privileges.” ( Michael R. Sklaire and Joshua G. Berman, “Deferred
Prosecution Agreements: What is the Cost of Staying in Business?” Washington Legal Foundation Legal Opinion Letter, Vol.
No. 11 (June 3, 2005).
