In most instances, shareholders are protected or shielded from the debts and liabilities of a corporation unless the shareholder becomes liable as a result of their own conduct. There are exceptions to this rule, however, that can affect C-Suite executives and other... Read More
C-Suite Severance Agreements and the SEC
On August 16, 2016, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued a press release announcing the imposition of penalties against an employer for “illegally using severance agreements requiring outgoing employees to waive their ability to obtain monetary... Read More