Newman Ferrara LLP has begun an investigation into potential claims
against the Board of Directors of Tellabs, Inc. (“Tellabs”) (NasdaqGS:
TLAB) concerning the proposed acquisition of Tellabs by global
investment firm Marlin Equity Partners.
Tellabs has entered into an agreement and plan of merger to be acquired
by Marlin Equity Partners in deal valued at approximately $891 million.
Pursuant to the agreement, Tellabs shareholders will receive $2.45 per
share in cash for each share of Tellabs stock owned. However, the offer
price represents a premium of only 4.3% over the closing price of
Tellabs stock on October 18, 2013 and is well below its 52-week trading
high of $3.63 per share. The offer price is also below Tellabs’ book
value per share of $2.80 per share, as of June 13, 2013.
Newman Ferrara’s investigation concerns whether the Tellabs Board of
Directors has breached its fiduciary duties to act in the best interests
of Tellabs shareholders and to take all necessary steps to ensure that
Tellabs shareholders receive the maximum value readily available for
their shares of Tellabs common stock.
Concerned investors may contact Newman Ferrara attorney Roy Shimon at rshimon@nfllp.com
or (212) 619-5400 to discuss this investigation, their rights, or
potential remedies.
Newman Ferrara maintains a multifaceted practice based in New York City
with attorneys specializing in complex commercial and multi-party
litigation, securities fraud and shareholder litigation, consumer
protection, civil rights, and real estate. For more information, please
visit the firm website at www.nfllp.com.
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