Under the terms of the proposed agreement, investors are set to receive $18.50 per share. However, legal analysts at Ademi LLP are questioning whether this valuation represents a fair price for public shareholders, particularly given that company insiders stand to gain significant benefits through change-of-control arrangements.

The investigation focuses on whether the board of directors prioritized their own interests or those of the broader shareholder base during negotiations. Of particular concern are the deal’s restrictive provisions, which impose a substantial financial penalty on Simulations Plus should the company attempt to pivot toward a more lucrative competing bid. This "no-shop" structure potentially discourages superior offers, limiting the leverage of minority stakeholders. Ademi LLP is currently evaluating the conduct of the board to determine if these limitations represent a failure to uphold their legal obligations to the public.