Stock options and other equity agreements are becoming increasingly popular in technology and media companies as a form of compensation to employees and employee incentives. However, the underlying agreements are often vague, ambiguous, and complex, and can lead to disputes and potentially contentious litigation. An equity lawyer from Melmed Law Group can step in to help.
Sometimes, disputes arise as to whether the exercisability or vesting schedule, of the options, should accelerate upon a change of control (i.e. when a company is acquired or merged into a larger company). Our stock options lawyers are highly experienced in assisting with these issues. Or, a dispute may arise as to whether a terminated employee is entitled to accelerated vesting, whether a termination was implemented to avoid vesting, or whether a company’s failure to grant options or vest shares is in violation of the provisions of the underlying agreements. For any equity concerns, schedule a free consultation with our office today.
Our equity lawyers represent individuals and departing executives in their stock option litigation in court and in arbitration. If you have a question about a stock option dispute (or potential dispute), it is best to speak to a stocks lawyer to understand your rights and your various legal options. These types of lawsuits can be extraordinarily complex and often require a trained professional to maximize the value of your case.
We offer a free consultation to individuals and departing executives to discuss issues surrounding stock option disputes. Our team of award-winning lawyers can discuss with employees and executives the different legal routes available to navigate stock options litigation or arbitration. We welcome you to schedule your free consultation with a Melmed Law stock lawyer now.