Fraud
Application of US Uniform Commercial Code Article 5 in International Letter of Credit Transactions
A look into application of US UCC Article 5 for letter of credits outside of the United States
2023 Americas Annual LC Survey • Executive Summary (Part 2)
For the 31st consecutive year, the Institute of International Banking Law & Practice conducted its Americas Annual LC Survey conference, 8-9 June 2023.
Lawyer Who Created ‘Façade of Legitimacy’ to Scheme Ordered to Pay
The United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit has upheld an order that held a former Florida attorney jointly and severally liable for restitution to victims of a fraud in which the lawyer participated.
December 2022 - ABA/ABA Financial Crimes Enforcement Conference: Executive Summary
24 concurrent breakout sessions addressing a wide range of specific areas impacting financial crime enforcement, and breakfast and luncheon presentations.
13 common Letter of Credit and Bill of Lading frauds: Revisiting the Solo Industries & Saad Group Trade Finance Frauds
Those who forget the lessons of history are condemned to repeat them. Trade finance frauds are no exception. Lessons from Solo Industries, Credit Agricole v. PPT, and practical advice for trade financiers.
Letters of Credit: 2020 Cases
This survey concentrates on the most significant letter of credit (“LC”)1 issues addressed in cases decided in the United
Judicial Remedies for Guarantee Fraud and Abusive Demands on Independent Guarantees Under PRC Law
In-depth look into use of independent guarantees in China's international trade, addressing risks like fraudulent calls and abuses.
