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The trial court's judgment awarding defendant-appellee Greco the fair value of her shares ($112,000) plus interest was affirmed on appeal. Greco prevailed as a dissenting shareholder entitled to relief under Ohio law.
Callos Professional Employment v. Greco
What Happened
Greco worked at Callos Professional Employment and owned shares in the company. A business dispute arose between Greco and the company regarding her ownership stake. The company claimed Greco should not receive full compensation for her shares, but Greco disagreed and took the case to court.
What the Court Decided
The trial court ruled in Greco's favor, ordering the company to pay her $112,000—the fair value of her shares—plus interest. When the company appealed the decision, a higher court agreed with the original ruling and upheld the judgment.
Why This Matters for Workers
This case demonstrates that employees who own company shares have legal protections. If a business tries to shortchange employee-owners on the value of their shares, workers can pursue legal action. The ruling shows courts will enforce fair compensation for workers' ownership stakes. This matters for anyone considering employee ownership arrangements or working at companies where workers hold equity stakes.
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