to cover up past frauds by committing additional frauds in the future. |
We appreciate the benefits of discussions between Andersen's member firm partners around the world and KPMG, |
We are cooperating with all of the committees in Congress, |
We made a business decision to settle this matter, without admitting or denying any wrongdoing, to enable our firm to move forward without the uncertainty and distraction of costly and protracted litigation in Arizona, |
we will certainly appeal. |