Protect against insider trading charges with a 10b5-1 plan

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Abstract: Defending allegations of insider trading can be a challenge: Under Rule 10b5-1, a securities purchase or sale is deemed to be made “on the basis of” material nonpublic information (MNPI) if the insider is aware of MNPI at the time of the transaction. One of the best ways for insiders to protect themselves against insider trading charges is to establish a 10b5-1 trading plan. This article describes how to design a 10b5-1 plan.