While Monsanto was guilty, many companies and people settle for large amounts of money even when not guilty. Settling is often about cost not guilt. A company settles to reduce future risks and to stop unbounded lawsuit costs.
"Companies Finalize $26 Billion Deal With States and Cities to End Opioid Lawsuits" [1]
"Judge approves $1 billion settlement for victims of deadly Florida condo collapse" [2]
"39 State Attorneys General Announce $1.85 Billion Settlement with Student Loan Servicer Navient" [3]
[1] https://www.nytimes.com/2022/02/25/health/opioids-settlement...
[2] https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/judge-approves-1-billion...