Musk's $56B Payday Goes Poof: Judge Slaps Down Tesla CEO While Lawyers Get $345M Consolation Prize
Elon Musk Podcast5 Joulu 2024

Musk's $56B Payday Goes Poof: Judge Slaps Down Tesla CEO While Lawyers Get $345M Consolation Prize

The Tesla compensation case reached a decisive moment as Judge Kathaleen McCormick rejected Elon Musk's $56 billion package for the second time while awarding the victorious attorneys $345 million in fees. The case, originating from Richard Tornetta's 2018 lawsuit, challenged the compensation structure's approval process and board independence, culminating in a ruling that found fundamental flaws in Tesla's governance procedures. Key developments include the failed June 2024 shareholder revote, attorney work spanning 19,499.95 hours, and Tesla's planned Supreme Court appeal.

The ruling's impact extends beyond Tesla, establishing precedents for executive compensation and corporate governance. Judge McCormick's decision addresses both the compensation structure and attorney fees, with the legal team receiving a 25.3x multiplier on their hours despite requesting $5.6 billion. Musk responded through X, stating "shareholders should control company votes, not judges," while Tesla plans to challenge the ruling's implications for Delaware corporate law. The case highlights ongoing tensions between executive incentives, board independence, and shareholder interests, setting new standards for corporate governance and legal compensation in high-stakes litigation.

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