Eric Schneiderman Archives - CFO

N.Y. Sues Domino’s for ‘Wage Theft’ at Franchises

Workplace Issues

N.Y. Sues Domino’s for ‘Wage Theft’ at Franchises

The state says Domino's Pizza workers at some franchises were underpaid because a payroll system undercounted the hours they worked.

By Matthew Heller | May 25, 2016

Battles Brew over Climate Risk Disclosure

Risk Management

Battles Brew over Climate Risk Disclosure

With Exxon Mobil and Peabody Energy in the crosshairs over their lack of disclosure, how much exposure do other companies face?

By David McCann | April 8, 2016

DraftKings and FanDuel to Stop Paid Contests in N.Y.

Risk & Compliance

DraftKings and FanDuel to Stop Paid Contests in N.Y.

"Our key claims against the companies for false advertising and consumer fraud are not affected by the agreement and will continue,” said the N.Y. AG.

By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | March 22, 2016

Barclays, Credit Suisse Fined $154M Over Dark Pools

Barclays, Credit Suisse Fined $154M Over Dark Pools

The SEC and New York State allege the banks misrepresented that they would keep high-frequency traders out of their alternative trading systems.

By Matthew Heller | February 2, 2016

New York Cracks Down on Fantasy Sports Sites

New York Cracks Down on Fantasy Sports Sites

The state's attorney general says daily fantasy games offered by DraftKings and FanDuel "easily meet the definition of gambling."

By Matthew Heller | November 11, 2015

N.Y. Probing Exxon Mobil Over Climate Research

Risk & Compliance

N.Y. Probing Exxon Mobil Over Climate Research

The state's attorney general is looking into whether the company failed to disclose the risks that climate change could pose to its business.

By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | November 6, 2015

EY Agrees to Settlement of Lehman Auditing Suit

EY Agrees to Settlement of Lehman Auditing Suit

The auditor helped Lehman Brothers' balance sheet appear healthier and less risk-laden than it actually was, charged the New York attorney general.

By Matthew Heller | April 16, 2015

Credit Reporting Agencies Agree to Clean Up Their Data

Credit Reporting Agencies Agree to Clean Up Their Data

Consumers will have an easier time disputing credit report errors, and data furnishers will be held to higher standards.

By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | March 9, 2015

SEC Fixing Edgar Flaw

SEC Fixing Edgar Flaw

The SEC's process for disseminating Form 4 filings is being tweaked in order to level the playing field for investors.

By Matthew Heller | December 29, 2014