contracts Archives - CFO

Managing Legal Risks Without a General Counsel

Managing Legal Risks Without a General Counsel

How the CFO of a growing company can serve as a partial legal steward.

By Andy Brownstein | March 22, 2022

Special Report: Cloud Cost Control

Special Report: Cloud Cost Control

Keeping a lid on cloud-based services spending requires constant vigilance and attention to detail.

By Bob Violino | February 24, 2021

Two Execs Pay Penalties for FCPA Violations

Risk Management

Two Execs Pay Penalties for FCPA Violations

The pair funneled millions of dollars to government officials in Macedonia and Montenegro to shut out telecom competition.

By Vincent Ryan | April 25, 2017

SEC Alleges Insider Trading on Telecom Deal

Risk & Compliance

SEC Alleges Insider Trading on Telecom Deal

Traders allegedly made more than $1 million in illicit profits on the April 4 acquisition of General Communication Inc. by Liberty Interactive.

By Matthew Heller | April 14, 2017

Blockchain: Should CFOs Believe the Hype?

Blockchain: Should CFOs Believe the Hype?

Blockchain has the potential to transform our world, and for CFOs it has the potential to revolutionize the way the finance function works.

By Jeanne Boillet | April 14, 2017

Hercules Offshore Files For Chapter 11

Hercules Offshore Files For Chapter 11

The operator of shallow-water drilling rigs is hoping a $1.2 billion debt-for-equity swap will help it ride out the downturn in oil prices.

By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | August 13, 2015

Who is Liable for a Data Breach?

Who is Liable for a Data Breach?

Companies should do their due diligence during contract negotiations with cloud providers to ensure they're not responsible.

By Alissa Ponchione | October 11, 2013

Employment Contracts: How to Cut the Best Deal

Employment Contracts: How to Cut the Best Deal

You've negotiated debt covenants, mergers, and supply contracts — but do you know what should be included, and struck, from your employment contract?

By Marie Leone | June 23, 2008