Apple finally settles “backdating” lawsuit

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Steve Jobs and other senior executives at Apple has finally settled the stockholder lawsuit that claimed they mishandled stock option awards according to the Associated Press.

Insurers that represent Apple’s board will pay Apple, Inc. $14 million, which will cover almost $9 million in attorney’s fees and expenses. The settlement has recieved a preliminary approval in Federal district court on Monday. A final settlement hearing will be held on October 31.

TUAW has a more in-depth look at the settlement.

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Kokou Adzo is a stalwart in the tech journalism community, has been chronicling the ever-evolving world of Apple products and innovations for over a decade. As a Senior Author at Apple Gazette, Kokou combines a deep passion for technology with an innate ability to translate complex tech jargon into relatable insights for everyday users.

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