The annual number and aggregate value of Delaware Court of Chancery M&A lawsuit settlements has grown significantly in recent years, according to a new report from Cornerstone Research. According to the report, which is entitled “M&A Litigation Settlements in the Delaware Court of Chancery: 2012-2024 Review & Analysis,” the median settlement amount has also generally increased in more recent years as well. The September 30, 2025, report can be found here. Cornerstone Research’s September 30, 2025, press release about the report can be found here.Continue Reading Del. Chancery M&A Suit Settlements Increasing in Number and Value
A frequent component of derivative litigation resolution is an award to the plaintiffs of the fees and expenses the plaintiffs incurred in pursuing the suit. A contentious, recurring question is whether D&O insurance covers fee awards to derivative litigation plaintiffs. This issue received a through going over in a February 17, 2011 opinion from a