Ask HN: Would you walk away or push onwards?

Your cofounder isn't suing you yet so don't panic. They're playing the intimidation game to get what they want.

> We're now completely stuck.

No, you're not. You're in a negotiation and you need to show strength.

> Our lawyers say it would cost $150,000 to fight this in court and would take 18 months.

Try to see if the other side would agree to non-binding mediation to try to resolve the issue before bringing it to court.

> We don't have that kind of money or time to spare.

Does the other side? Does your cofounder really want to bankrupt the company in order to get equity worth zippo?

> I've given up my entire personal life for this company.

> Would you walk?

You already knew the answer before you asked the question.