Annual report pursuant to Section 13 and 15(d)

Note 18 - Related Party Transactions

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Note 18 - Related Party Transactions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2023
Notes to Financial Statements  
Related Party Transactions Disclosure [Text Block]

18. Related Party Transactions

 

On February 4, 2023, the Company entered into a mutual release and settlement agreement with an entity to settle and resolve any and all potential claims brought forth in connection with a consulting agreement executed between the entity and the Company in July 2017. Under the terms of the consulting agreement, the Company was required to make milestone payments for the introduction of potential partners for, and the consummation of, a strategic joint venture. A member of the Company's board of directors is affiliated with one of two entities under common control.

 

The total settlement amount was $325 and paid in cash over fourteen months, with an initial payment of $145 due in the first 40 days and $15 per month for the remaining 12 months. In connection with the settlement agreement, the Company recorded $205 in general and administrative operating expenses for the year ended December 31, 2022. The Company had a liability of $60 and $325 related to this settlement on its consolidated balance sheet as of December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively.