Alba's allegations also sparked separate investigations from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Alcoa Inc. (NYSE:AA) settled the case against Alba, without admitting any misconduct or liability. Under the terms of the settlement agreement, Alcoa would pay the $85 million in two installments. The first half ($42.5 million) would be paid during the settlement, and the remaining amount would be made a year later.