In a recent US court ruling, a $56 billion compensation package awarded to Tesla CEO Elon Musk in 2018 was voided by a judge in Delaware, following a lawsuit filed by a shareholder. The shareholder argued that the payment was excessive, and the court agreed, calling the sum unfathomable and questioning the impartiality of Tesla’s board. Musk responded by suggesting companies should incorporate in Nevada or Texas rather than Delaware, and has initiated a vote on his social media platform regarding Tesla’s state of incorporation.
- A Delaware judge has voided a $56 billion pay package awarded to Elon Musk by Tesla in 2018.
- The lawsuit was initiated by a shareholder who deemed the payment to be an overpayment and inappropriate.
- The court’s decision highlights concerns about the closeness of Tesla’s board to Musk, suggesting potential bias.
- Musk has suggested on his social media site X that Tesla should consider changing its state of incorporation to Texas.
- A vote on whether Tesla should move its state of incorporation from Delaware to Texas has been posted on X and will close early Thursday.
- Delaware is traditionally favored for incorporation due to its tax laws, but Musk’s stance challenges this norm.
- There is speculation on whether the current Tesla board can adequately readdress the pay package or if new independent members are needed.
- The outcome of these developments remains to be seen, with potential implications for Tesla’s governance and location of incorporation.
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