Michigan § 450.2496 - Derivative proceeding; discontinuance or settlement; court approval required.
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§ 450.2496. Derivative proceeding; discontinuance or settlement; court approval required.
A derivative proceeding shall not be discontinued or settled without the court's approval. If the court determines that a proposed discontinuance or settlement will substantially affect the interests of the corporation's shareholders or members or a class of shareholders or members, the court shall direct that notice be given to the shareholders or members affected and the court may determine whether 1 or more of the parties to the action shall bear the expense of giving the notice, in the amount as the court determines and finds to be reasonable under the circumstances. The court shall award the cost of the notice as special costs of the action, recoverable in the same manner as statutory taxable costs.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 450.2496 cover?
Section 450.2496 ("Derivative proceeding; discontinuance or settlement; court approval required.") is part of the Michigan Compiled Laws, the codified statutory law of Michigan. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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