Industry Insights
Industry Updates and Expert Insights
Pennsylvania Mandated Reporters and Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting Training
In Pennsylvania, mandated reporters are required to contact the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services when they have reasonable cause to suspect that a child is a victim of abuse. To help prepare them for this responsibility, these reporters are required to complete a Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting Training and complete continuing education (CE) to maintain it.

The SEC Whistleblower Program
The SEC Whistleblower Program was created by Congress in 2011 as part of the Dodd-Frank Act, to provide monetary incentives to individuals who report potential federal securities law violations to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The Whistleblower Program came on the heels of the 2008 financial crisis where investors lost billions in part due to unchecked practices at large firms and corporations.

CFP Board to Begin Enforcing New Practice Standards on June 30, 2020
The CFP Board will begin enforcing compliance with the new Code and Standards as of June 30, 2020: all CFP® professionals will be held to these new standards and could face potential disciplinary action for any violation. The CFP Board says it made these changes so the new Practice Standards would solely address the delivery of financial planning.

Understanding Short Sale Volume Data on FINRA's Website
In an Information Notice published on May 10, 2019[i], FINRA provides explanation of published short sale volume data and provides several key points for market participants to consider when evaluating the data in an effort to assist market participants to better understand and make informed conclusions about the data.

Why Funeral Homes Need Aftercare and Grief Services
As with most industries, the advent of new technology has altered many aspects of deathcare. However, there is one feature of funeral services that will remain consistent: compassionate care. The families funeral homes serve are experiencing grief and are often lost and in need of direction.


