The FTC has announced penalties in two separate enforcement actions totaling almost $2 million for alleged violations of the HSR Act. The matters: U.S. v. Clarence L. Werner c/o Werner Enterprises, Inc.; and U.S. v. Biglari Holdings Inc. include claims of failures to file notification under the HSR Act and failures to observe the required waiting period prior to acquiring certain voting securities. HSR Act compliance should remain front of mind for investors and dealmakers, as failures to file when required could have significant financial and transactional implications.

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