The Latin American Blog, published by Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP, focuses on legal developments and regulatory issues affecting Latin America. It covers topics such as infrastructure concessions, international trade agreements like NAFTA and USMCA, sanctions enforcement and compliance, foreign investment reviews including CFIUS, and cross-border commercial transactions. The blog addresses government policies, enforcement trends, and dispute resolution relevant to businesses operating in or with Latin American countries. It also highlights sector-specific matters including transportation, energy, and customs compliance, providing insights into legal risks and strategic considerations in the region.
By Donald Klawiter and Jennifer Driscoll-Chippendale
This article is the first in a three-part series on multi-jurisdictional cartel investigations.
In a break from traditional enforcement trends, two recent events underscore the importance of antitrust compliance training for companies located or…
By Bram Hanono
In July 2007, President Felipe Calderon launched the National Infrastructure Program (“NIP”) to increase coverage, quality, and competitiveness of Mexico’s infrastructure. Through infrastructure investment, Mexico is seeking to advance its regional and global standing. The NIP, slated for 2007…
There are three laws which a foreign company contemplating an acquisition of a United States corporation or other business should be familiar with because they can have a significant impact upon the proposed acquisition. These statutes are:
(1) Section…
By Bram Hanono
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently announced the opening of its new post in Mexico City. The new post is the FDA’s third post in Latin America and the tenth international post the FDA has opened…
By Gabe Matus
The current global economic crisis has spawned a recent wave of complex insolvency proceedings in jurisdictions spanning the globe. Add to the mix the increasingly global nature of business and economics and the result is that a debtor…
Introduction
Today’s economy has created significant challenges for companies around the world. The tough business environment has companies facing decreased revenues, the prospect of employee layoffs, increased lending standards and fewer business opportunities. With all the present uncertainty, businesses…
By Norma García Guillén and Serena Martinez
In May 2009, the California Court of Appeal for the Fourth District decided a case that essentially upholds service of a foreign entity’s subsidiary in California is sufficient to effect service, in spite…
By Albert Lu
With the right knowledge, business investment vehicle, and strategic planning, most Latin American investors, business owners, executives/managers, and in some cases essential-skill employees with specialized knowledge/training, can come to work and live in the United States based…
By Wayne Nastri and Howard Berman, Dutko Worldwide
The regional offices of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) are tasked with implementing this nation’s environmental policy through operations and enforcement. USEPA’s mission remains straight-forward; protect human health and the environment. It’s…
By John Bonn, Keith Gercken and Nancy Howard
On June 17, 2008, the President signed H.R. 6081, the Heroes Earnings Assistance and Relief Tax Act of 2008 (“HEART”). HEART adds new provisions to U.S. law that significantly change the…
