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3M clarifies share-issuance mechanics for Combat Arms Earplugs settlement
3M CO
- Shares may be issued under Section 3(a)(10) exemption after fairness hearing in MDL Court.
- Cash from any share sales segregated and paid only to MDL Court claimants with advance notice.
- Other eligible claimants paid solely from the cash portion of settlement consideration.
- No changes to master settlement agreements, timing, amount, or composition of total consideration.