Baum, Christopher; Chakraborty, Atreya; Bohn, James G. - Department of Economics, Boston College - 2007
We examine the relationship between outcomes of securities fraud class action lawsuits (SFCAs) and corporate board turnover rates. Our results indicate the strength of the allegations in lawsuits affects board turnover. The turnover rates for each type of board member: outsiders, insiders, and...