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In re Oracle Corp. Derivative Litigation: Possible Implications for Director Independence ( July 2003 )
The recent decision of the Delaware Court of Chancery in <i>In re Oracle Corp. Derivative Litigation</i> suggest that boards of directors may want to re-examine the independence of their directors in light of the expanding contexts in which independence has been successfully challenged by plaintiffs. -
What Legal Recourse Is Available To Resolve Disputes Among Business Owners? ( October 2000 )
If you are a shareholder in a corporation, partner in a partnership or joint venture, or a member of a limited liab. -
Closely Held Business: Suggestions for a Non-Controlling Owner (Or, Help For the Out-Of-Control Business Owner) ( June 2000 )
This article offers tips on how a non-controlling business owner can protect his or her interests in a business with advance planning measures. -
New York High Court Addresses Shareholder's Right to Challenge Transaction Without First Voting "No" ( June 2000 )
This article discusses the Pinnacle Consultants, Ltd. v. Leucadia National Corp decision whereby the New York Court of Appeals discussed an issue of first impression. The issue discussed was whether a shareholder who fails to vote against a proposed corporate transaction may subsequently challenge the transaction once it has been executed. -
Shareholder Action Challenging Executive Compensation Dismissed Based Upon Special Litigation ( March 2000 )
This article discusses the New York Supreme Court's decision to dismiss a shareholder derivative action challenging the chief executive officer's compensation. -
Delaware Court Enjoins Supermajority Bylaw Adopted During Contest For Control ( June 2000 )
This article discusses a Delaware Court decision that enjoined a bylaw amendment requiring a supermajority vote of its shareholders to amend the bylaws adopted during a contest for control. -
Indemnification Claims Dismissed In Shareholder Derivative Action ( July 2000 )
This article summarizes the McNeil v. General Electric Co case whereby the New York Supreme Court dismissed the shareholder derivative action. -
Delaware Court Questions Need For Unanimous Shareholder Vote To Ratify Waste ( February 2000 )
This article discusses a recent Delaware Court opinion that questions the need for unanimous shareholder vote to ratify waste. -
Poison Pill Rights Plan And Other Corporate Governance Issues Certified To Minnesota Supreme Court ( May 2000 )
This article discusses how the Minnesota Supreme Court issued cert. on poison pill rights plans and other corporate issues. -
Citing "the interests of justice," the Supreme Court of Delaware recently reversed the decision of the Delaware Cha.