Avaya Board Accused of ‘Massive Fraud’ in Suit by Bondholders

Bloomberg2023-02-07

(Bloomberg) -- Avaya Holdings Corp.’s board misled investors about the company’s finances and management as part of a “massive fraud,” according to a lawsuit filed in New York state court by ...

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