Last mentioned: Mar 24, 2026
Damages Awarded
The High Court sets the final damages amount at $1.8 billion.
Tragic Death
Mike Lynch dies in the sinking of the Bayesian yacht off Sicily.
US Acquittal
Lynch is found not guilty of all criminal charges in a San Francisco court.
Liability Ruling
Justice Hildyard rules that HP 'substantially succeeded' in its fraud claims.
Civil Trial Begins
The UK civil trial against Lynch and Hussain starts in London.
Write-down
HP reports an $8.8 billion write-down related to Autonomy.
Acquisition
HP acquires Autonomy for $11.1 billion.
A UK High Court judge has finalized a $1.8 billion damages award against the estate of the late Mike Lynch, concluding a decade-long legal battle over Hewlett-Packard's acquisition of Autonomy. The ruling marks a significant milestone in corporate liability and M&A due diligence, coming two years after Lynch's tragic death.
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