RCI settles shareholder derivative suit with governance reforms and $1.2M fee award

RCI HOSPITALITY HOLDINGS, INC.

Derivative action alleged material weaknesses in internal controls and undisclosed related-party transactions; defendants deny wrongdoing.
Settlement includes adoption of corporate governance reforms and payment of $1.2M in attorneys' fees by insurer.
Court preliminarily approved settlement on May 13, 2024; final approval hearing set.
No admission of liability; settlement avoids further litigation costs and uncertainty.
Independent board directors of RCI approved settlement as fair and in best interests of shareholders.

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