Know your agents and investigate warning signs!
Be very careful when working with an agent or other intermediary, including:
distributors
consultants
partners
other middlemen
If your agent bribes a public official, you and the company may be held responsible—even if you were not fully aware of those actions or did not authorize the payment in advance.
If there are any warning signs, you must be especially thorough. In addition, put all agreements with your agent in writing and have them reviewed by the company legal department.