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Enron

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The Enron Scandal Aftermath

This chapter examines the repercussions of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act after the Enron scandal, emphasizing the act's strict financial accountability requirements and the unintended shift of companies to remain private. It narrates the legal battles following the scandal, including plea deals, sentencing, and Ken Lay's controversial death, juxtaposed against the public perception of him. The chapter also explores the financial settlements for Enron's equity shareholders and the lasting impact of this infamous corporate crisis.

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