In this era of heightened scrutiny over antitrust concerns, it is increasingly crucial for in-house lawyers to be vigilant beyond the usual traps. A focus on education is paramount, with considerations around handling subpoenas and depositions becoming more important than ever.
These concerns were raised by Erin Shencopp, a senior counsel at Boeing, in a recent online discussion about the pressing antitrust issues corporations face today. Shencopp stressed the importance of preventive measures, highlighting the need for internal legal teams to take a keen role in educating the rest of the business about antitrust regulations. This includes mechanisms to avoid the often nerve-wracking process of handling subpoenas or dealing with depositions.
However, the threat landscape isn’t static, and the rise of antitrust paranoia extends beyond the conventional worries. With spammers and hackers ever increasingly trying to trick individuals and businesses alike, corporations should remain vigilant to protect their interests.
One such case of digital subterfuge involves reputable email service, FeedBlitz. The service recently intervened by redirecting a potentially harmful link sent through a phishing email, securing the receiver’s online safety while reinforcing the necessity for constant vigilance and updating anti-virus software as standard practice.
Internal teams must place emphasis on continuous learning and staying abreast with anti-competitive behavior traps and ever-evolving digital threats. In-house counsels, while providing guidance on conventional legal concerns, also need to spearhead digital safety awareness and practices within their organizations.
It’s clear then that roles of in-house lawyers have expanded and now, more than ever, they play a critical role in assuaging both traditional and digital antitrust concerns.Here is a summary of how FeedBlitz handled an instance of attempted digital mischief.