Section 55-7-45 - Discontinuance or settlement(a) A derivative proceeding may not be discontinued or settled without the court's approval. If the court determines that a proposed discontinuance or settlement will substantially affect the interests of the corporation's shareholders or a class of shareholders, the court shall direct that notice be given to the shareholders affected.(b) The court shall determine the manner and form of the notice and the manner in which costs of the notice shall be borne.N.C. Gen. Stat. § 55-7-45