Core Points - Compass Minerals is involved in a settlement of consolidated derivative actions, which is subject to approval by the U.S. District Court for the District of Kansas [2][4] - The settlement includes corporate governance reforms to be adopted by the Board within 30 days after final approval [2][3] - The settlement is deemed to confer substantial benefits to Compass and its shareholders, and is considered fair and reasonable [3] Settlement Details - The settlement hearing is scheduled for October 14, 2025, where the Court will evaluate the fairness and adequacy of the settlement [4] - Plaintiffs' Counsel will seek approval for attorneys' fees amounting to $1,400,000 and service awards of up to $2,000 for each of the two plaintiffs [7] - Current stockholders have the option to appear at the hearing and must follow specific procedures to object to the settlement or fee requests [6][9] Objection Procedures - Written objections must be filed with the Court and sent to Plaintiffs' Counsel at least 14 days before the hearing [10][11] - Failure to object in the prescribed manner will result in waiving the right to contest the settlement [12] - The notice provides contact information for Plaintiffs' Counsel for any inquiries regarding the settlement [16]