DISCLOSURES AND REMEDIES UNDER U.S. SECURITIES LAWS
This course explores the complex and nuanced world of disclosures and remedies under U.S. securities laws. The curriculum covers the laws that regulate information disclosure by public companies, securities registration and exemptions, insider trading rules, securities fraud, and the range of remedies available for violations. The course will explore key regulatory acts, the roles and responsibilities of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and the jurisprudence around securities law violations.
Course Objectives:
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Identify and explain the scope of the primary U.S. securities laws and their role in ensuring market transparency and investor protection.
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Analyze the requirements for public disclosures by companies under the U.S. securities laws.
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Examine the types and nature of remedies available under U.S. securities laws.
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Analyze key court cases and SEC enforcement actions in securities law.
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Evaluate potential legal and ethical challenges in securities practices.