The company could still face tax claims from other years.
In practice, though, companies facing the decision often try to keep everybody at least a little happy.
Foreign companies face a similar situation in their own markets.
But the companies, and in particular the bigger ones, face a problem.
But with the company facing so many other problems, those friends said, they could be safe, for now.
But it also means the company may face much higher interest expenses later on.
But the French companies face political in addition to financial challenges.
He added that the company does not face a deadline.
He also said the company might face a hefty fine.
The company would also face a fine under the state charge, although prosecutors did not say how large.