Better Home & Finance, the parent company of Better.com, has initiated legal proceedings against its former CEO, Vishal Garg. The company alleges that Garg violated Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) rules while attempting to seize control of the organization. The lawsuit centers on claims that Garg engaged in improper conduct to consolidate power after his tenure as chief executive.

Garg previously gained significant public notoriety for his management style, most notably when he terminated 900 employees during a single Zoom call. Reports from the time also included allegations that Garg referred to staff members as 'monkeys,' a claim that contributed to his reputation for volatile leadership. The current litigation marks a new chapter in the company's efforts to distance itself from the controversies that defined Garg’s leadership period.

While the lawsuit focuses on financial and regulatory compliance, it highlights the ongoing friction between the company’s current leadership and its former head. The company is seeking to prevent Garg from exercising influence over corporate operations, citing his alleged disregard for established governance protocols. Garg has not yet provided a detailed public response to these specific new allegations, but the legal filing suggests a firm attempt by the board to finalize their separation from his management era.