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disgorgement

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[dis-gawrj-muhnt] / dɪsˈgɔrdʒ mənt /

noun

  1. the act of disgorging.


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So why does the SEC fight so hard to use disgorgement instead?

From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 19, 2026

District Judge Sparkle L. Sooknanan will allow the SEC to proceed in the civil suit, which is asking for $150 million in disgorgement from Musk.

From Barron's ● Feb. 4, 2026

District judge found McDonald and Hercules liable for violating federal securities law and ordered them to pay millions in disgorgement and civil penalties.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 5, 2025

She says that's the appropriate amount the Trumps should pay in disgorgement, a financial penalty that involves paying back the money gained through fraudulent means.

From BBC ● Feb. 16, 2024

By pursuing this plan the loss sustained by the disgorgement is believed to be reduced to a minimum.

From Facts About Champagne and Other Sparkling Wines by Henry Vizetelly

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