Global Investigations Review quoted Matteson Ellis on The Scoular Company resolution of foreign bribery allegations involving customs-related misconduct that benefited Mexican cartels. Ellis noted that this resolution "raises the bar on compliance for companies involved in cross-border trade." Ellis further expressed the need for companies operating in the region to prioritize robust compliance programs. "Being blindsided that your customs broker was engaged in misconduct after conducting an internal investigation will be less convincing now," Ellis said. "It's a message to the market to get your house in order."