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Simpson Thacher Attorneys Author Dow Jones Risk Journal Article on the Elimination of the SEC’s “No-Deny” Rule

06.01.26

Partners Adam Aderton, Nick Goldin and Michael Osnato Jr. authored an article titled, “The End of the SEC’s ‘No-Deny’ Era,” which was published by Dow Jones Risk Journal. The article examined the SEC’s recent decision to eliminate its longstanding rule prohibiting settling parties from publicly denying the agency’s allegations and highlighted the change’s impact on settlement efficiency and post-settlement communications. The article further outlined the implications for enforcement strategy, public messaging and private litigation risk, as well as key considerations for companies navigating this new landscape.

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