In a corporate twist that’s leaving boardrooms buzzing, a high-flying CEO has activated his golden parachute, only to plummet straight into a whirlwind of shareholder fury. The hefty severance package, complete with bonuses that could fund a small nation, was meant to cushion the fall from grace after a string of questionable decisions.

But instead of a soft landing, it’s sparked a barrage of lawsuits claiming the payout is less “golden” and more “pilfered from the company coffers.”

Shareholders, armed with spreadsheets and righteous indignation, are storming the courts, arguing that the executive’s exit deal smells fishier than a week-old merger. While the CEO lounges on a yacht presumably bought with said parachute funds, investors are left holding the bag—or rather, the plummeting stock prices. Legal experts are popping popcorn, predicting this storm could rain down precedents on how much is too much when jumping ship.

As the case unfolds like a poorly scripted drama, one can’t help but wonder if future parachutes will come with disclaimers: “May cause legal turbulence.”

For now, the CEO might be sipping champagne, but with shareholders thundering like an approaching hurricane, his golden getaway could turn into a courtroom cage match.