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Verisk Analytics (NASDAQ: VRSK) appeals case to Delaware Supreme Court

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Verisk Analytics, Inc. (VRSK) reported that on August 18, 2026 it filed a notice of appeal with the Delaware Supreme Court in the matter titled Verisk Analytics, Inc. and Lenny Merger Sub, Inc. v. Exactlogix, Inc. d/b/a Acculynx.com and Richard Spanton. This step reflects an ongoing legal process between the parties, with Verisk seeking further review by the state’s highest court.

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Item 8.01 Other Events Other
Voluntary disclosure of events the company deems important to shareholders but not covered by other items.
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, or exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Notice of appeal filing date August 18, 2026 Date Verisk Analytics filed a notice of appeal with the Delaware Supreme Court
Trading symbol VRSK Symbol for Verisk Analytics, Inc. common stock
Par value per share $0.001 Par value of Verisk Analytics, Inc. common stock
Commission File Number 001-34480 SEC Commission File Number for Verisk Analytics, Inc.
IRS Employer Identification Number 26-2994223 IRS EIN for Verisk Analytics, Inc.
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"filed a notice of appeal with the Delaware Supreme Court"
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"filed a notice of appeal with the Delaware Supreme Court"
The Delaware Supreme Court is the highest court in the state of Delaware that reviews legal decisions from lower courts, including cases about corporate law and business disputes. Its rulings act like rule-setting referees for company behavior and mergers, so investors pay attention because its decisions can change how boards must act, how deals are structured, and how shareholder rights are protected—similar to how a league’s rulebook guides every team.
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FAQ

Which court is handling the Verisk Analytics (VRSK) appeal mentioned in this 8-K?
The appeal is before the Delaware Supreme Court. Verisk Analytics filed a notice of appeal in a case involving Verisk and Lenny Merger Sub, Inc. against Exactlogix, Inc. d/b/a Acculynx.com and Richard Spanton.

Who signed the Verisk Analytics (VRSK) report about the appeal?
The report was signed on behalf of Verisk Analytics by Kathy Card Beckles, who is the company’s Executive Vice President and Chief Legal Officer, indicating it is an authorized legal disclosure.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

 

 

FORM 8-K

 

 

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)

of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 18, 2026

 

 

VERISK ANALYTICS, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

 

 

 

Delaware   001-34480   26-2994223

(State or other jurisdiction

of incorporation)

  

(Commission

File Number)

  

(IRS Employer

Identification No.)

 

545 Washington Boulevard, Jersey City, NJ   07310
(Address of principal executive offices)   (Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (201) 469-3000

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report.)

 

 

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

 

☐

Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

 

☐

Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

 

☐

Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

 

☐

Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

 

Title of each class

  

Trading

Symbol(s)

  

Name of each exchange

where registered

Common Stock $.001 par value   VRSK   NASDAQ Global Select Market

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

 

 
 

Item 8.01

Other Events

On August 18, 2026, Verisk Analytics, Inc. (the “Company”) filed a notice of appeal with the Delaware Supreme Court in the matter of Verisk Analytics, Inc. and Lenny Merger Sub, Inc. v. Exactlogix, Inc. d/b/a Acculynx.com and Richard Spanton.

 

Item 9.01

Financial Statements and Exhibits

(d) Exhibits.

 

Exhibit No.  

Description

104   Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

 

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

 

  VERISK ANALYTICS, INC.
Date: August 18, 2026   By:  

/s/ Kathy Card Beckles

    Name:   Kathy Card Beckles
    Title:  

Executive Vice President

and Chief Legal Officer

Source: View Original Filing on SEC EDGAR

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