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2023-05-02 10:49:52 UTC - MISINFORMED_OR_POTENTIALLY_MISLEADING

Mr. Hothi accepted a “998” offer under California law. If not accepted it, he could have been on the hook for significant legal costs when he lost. The offer expressly denied any liability by Mr. Musk. This was an admission of defeat by Mr. Hothi and his lawyers, not a victory.

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• Mr. Hothi accepted a “998” offer under California law. If not accepted it, he could have been on the hook for significant legal costs when he lost. The offer expressly denied any liability by Mr. Musk. This was an admission of defeat by Mr. Hothi and his lawyers, not a victory.