In an article published by Corporate Counsel, Tim Perla, Jessica Lewis, Erika Schutzman and Emily O’Hara examine the legal and strategic implications of short seller reports for public companies, highlighting how such reports—whether credible or not—can trigger litigation, reputational harm, and regulatory scrutiny.
Excerpt: “Short attacks are not just market events—they are legal, reputational, and governance stress tests. As recent case law makes clear, companies must be prepared to respond swiftly and strategically when targeted.”
