Discontinued — last reported Q4 '17
Consolidation · Litigation Settlement Expense
Material Reconciling Items — Litigation Settlement Expense
Analysis
StatementSegment
CategoryRisk
SignalLower is better
VolatilityVolatile
First reportedQ1 2016
Last reportedQ4 2017
How to read this metric
An increase signals potential legal risk or historical operational failures that have resulted in financial liability.
Detailed definition
This metric captures the costs associated with settling legal disputes, including damages, legal fees, and settlement pa...
Peer comparison
Commonly reported by large-cap firms in highly regulated industries.
Metric ID:
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What does material reconciling items — litigation settlement expense mean?
- Costs incurred to settle legal disputes or lawsuits.