"Ben & Jerry's claims its CEO was unlawfully removed in retaliation for the ice cream maker's social activism, violating their merger agreement with Unilever."
"Unilever's removal of Ben & Jerry's CEO, without proper consultation, highlights tensions surrounding the ice cream maker's stance on political issues like Israel."
Ben & Jerry's has filed a lawsuit claiming that its CEO was wrongfully removed by parent company Unilever as retaliation for the company's social activism. The claims rest on a violation of their merger agreement, which mandates a consultation process for CEO removal. Tensions have escalated between the two companies, particularly over Ben & Jerry's decision to halt sales in Israeli settlements and Unilever's subsequent actions regarding the Israeli market. This incident showcases the conflict between corporate governance and socially responsible activism.
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