There is a new demand futility test in Delaware, adopted on September 23 by the Delaware Supreme Court in affirming dismissal of a stockholder derivative action against Facebook, Inc. (Facebook) founder, Mark Zuckerberg, and...more
As Troutman Pepper recently reported, the second half of 2020 brought a new wave of board diversity derivative litigation. These shareholder suits claimed boards of directors of public companies allegedly breached their...more
With a hot national spotlight on issues of racial diversity, equality, and inclusion, the composition of corporate boards of directors faces increased scrutiny from the American public, legislators, and the plaintiffs’ bar....more
With a hot national spotlight on issues of racial diversity, equality, and inclusion, the composition of corporate boards of directors is facing increased scrutiny from the American public, legislators and the plaintiffs’...more
Troutman Sanders and Pepper Hamilton are producing a series of podcasts to discuss litigation topics that have been brought to the forefront by the COVID-19 pandemic and how businesses might be able to prepare and...more
A year ago, sexual assault allegations against movie mogul Harvey Weinstein rocked the entertainment industry and quickly led to the rise of the #MeToo movement, sparking an upsurge of reports and claims of sexual harassment...more
11/29/2018
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Directors and officers are exposed to potential liability from suits by the company, shareholders, and debt holders, among others. There are, however, a number of protections available to protect the assets of directors and...more
12/27/2017
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Board of Directors ,
Corporate Officers ,
D&O Insurance ,
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Derivative Suit ,
Enforcement Actions ,
Indemnification ,
Insurance Industry ,
Liability Insurance ,
Personal Liability ,
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Shareholder Litigation