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“Direct Versus Derivative in Shareholder Litigation: Is It an Ad Hoc Inquiry?” – Today’s General Counsel

01.16.2019
Jon Polenberg

Whenever a shareholder brings a claim involving the company’s officers and directors, the court must decide whether the shareholder is suing for harm suffered individually, and the claim is direct – or if the alleged harm is suffered by the company, and the claim is derivative. Distinguishing between direct and […]

Areas of Focus: Business Litigation, Corporate Governance Disputes

Dispute Between Governors Illustrates Necessity of Knowing Your Rights

01.11.2019

Ron DeSantis, Florida’s newly elected governor was recently sworn into office. But as is the right of political passage, Rick Scott, the outgoing governor, made numerous political appointments during his last hours in office. Even though both governors are from the same political party, Governor DeSantis is reviewing Rick Scott’s appointments […]

Areas of Focus: Business Litigation