“That’s correct,” I said.

“Then why shouldn’t it apply to O’Connell Logistics today?”

“Because the majority shares were originally issued in my name, and were never legally held in his.”

Douglas stopped, with no rebuttal ready.

Judge Lawson turned a page. “I also see a proposed stock-transfer agreement dated six years ago — unsigned by the majority shareholder.”

“I refused to sign it,” I told the court.