• The Panuwat Trial and Verdict

  • Apr 26 2024
  • Length: 19 mins
  • Podcast

The Panuwat Trial and Verdict

  • Summary

  • Welcome to The Woody Report, where Washington & Lee School of Law Associate Professor Karen Woody and host Tom Fox discuss issues on white-collar crime, compliance issues, international corruption, securities and accounting fraud, and internal corporate investigations. From current events to topical issues to academic research and thought leadership, Karen Woody helps lead the discussion of these issues on the new and exciting podcast. In this episode, Tom and Karen explore Matthew Panuwat’s trial and verdict over claims of Shadow Insider Trading. The intriguing case of insider trading involving Matthew Panuwat at Medivation and Insight is a stark reminder of the intricate nature of insider trading laws, emphasizing the challenging task of distinguishing between legal and illegal trading practices and defining material non-public information. The case highlights the need for precise, stringent controls to prevent such infractions, highlighting the critical role of insider trading policies. While there may be difficulty in determining the materiality and non-public nature of information in insider trading cases, such an approach must now be utilized. Karen Woody underscores the necessity for tighter controls and clearer policies surrounding insider trading. She sheds light on the importance of considering factors such as peer companies and economic links when determining insider trading liability. Moreover, she accentuates the significance of jury instructions alongside the nuances in defining fiduciary duty and materiality in insider trading cases. She acknowledges the intricacies of insider trading and the challenges in ensuring a level playing field in the financial markets. Key Highlights: Materiality Dispute in Panuwat Insider Trading Proactive Monitoring for Insider Trading Compliance Professional Ethics in Insider Trading Scenarios Unfair Advantage Through Confidential Information Trading Resources: Karen Woody on LinkedIn Karen Woody at Washington & Lee, School of Law Tom Fox Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn
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