I wonder how many cases pass this threshold and go to a settlement versus cases that go to trial? I'm curious what they are pushing for(trial or settlement)? I mean, it may be in Fraser's best interest to admit no guilt and settle for a million dollars. I assume he has over 10 million? I tried to assess his net worth, but it is not obvious. Maybe someone has done some better digging on his wealth?
He's a vice-chairman (or used to be anyway) of a major Wall St bank... he should be north of $100m unless he's very fond of hookers and blow.
I don't have specific numbers but for example this prospectus shows Fraser selling 0.5 million shares of BGC and keeping another 1 million shares. Price at the time of sale ~$10 each, today ~$16.
https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1094831/000119312511225937/d424b3.htmSo we are talking $15-25 million just in this one investment.
Also there are SEC filings showing millions of dollars in bonuses to CF execs, although I couldn't find one with Fraser's name in it.
And yes, settling would be wise for everyone involved. It's cheaper and I'm sure neither Fraser nor CF want lawyers digging through their dirty laundry.