Steven, a former employee, has sued Brian for $$1,140,000.$ Brian contacted his attorney, and the case is believed to be frivolous.

Carter sued Brian for an undisclosed amount for a class action lawsuit. Brian thinks it's frivolous, but his attorneys indicate a loss is probable for $$114,000.$

Anthony sued Brian because he slipped outside of Brian's store. The claim is $$342,000$ and Brian is certain he will lose the case but believes Anthony will settle. The attorneys agree and based on conversations with Anthony's attorneys, have stated that it is remote the claim will be settled for $$330,600.$ Anthony's attorneys indicated he would be willing to accept either cash of $$313,500$ or shares of Brian's closely$-$held common stock currently valued at $$302,100.$ Brian would prefer not to settle in cash.

Brian is suing Steven for $$342,000$ because Steven is in violation of a non$-$compete agreement he has with Brian. Brian is certain he will win and so are his attorneys. In addition, Steven has privately admitted to Brian could be right, but Steven intends to fight it$.$