Explore the legal intricacies of M&A trade secrets in this in-depth analysis of a recent case. Discover key findings, implications, and the importance of due diligence. M&A Stories November 5, 2023 Introduction: In a recent legal case, an M&A buyer…
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Navigating M&A Legal Complexities: A Close Look at Trade Secrets
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BUYER SUES FORMER SELLER’S EMPLOYEE COMPANY FOR TRADE SECRET THEFT
Court rules that former seller employees stole seller trade secrets and are using them to compete against the buyer. M&A Stories March 16, 2023 Introduction When a buyer acquires a business, there is a risk that the seller’s employees may…
Posted in trade secret misappropriation by former seller employee Tagged with: Acquiring a company, Buyer's lawsuit, Competing company, Confidentiality agreements, Former seller's employee, M&A legal, Palltronics v. Paliot Solutions, Preliminary injunction, Trade secret protection, Trade secret theft
Business Buyer Sues Former Employee Over Use of Seller Business Cards
Explore a legal case where a buyer filed a lawsuit against a former employee who left with business cards belonging to the seller’s clients after an M&A deal. Learn about the legal implications and challenges in protecting trade secrets in…
Posted in business cards, trade secret misappropriation by former seller employee Tagged with: asset purchase agreement, Business buyer lawsuit, Business cards misappropriation, Confidential customer list, Employee fiduciary duty, Employee retention strategies, legal implications, M&A legal case, Trade secrets protection, Trade secrets trial
When Medical Practice Deals Go South: Protecting Patient Lists
Learn about the legal challenges and importance of safeguarding patient lists in medical practice acquisitions. October 12, 2019 M&A Stories In the world of medical practice acquisitions, patient lists are golden. But what happens when a doctor tries to take…
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Court Ruling: Buyer’s Trade Secret Suit Likely to Fail
Explore a recent M&A legal case where a buyer sued a seller’s owner for competing with the acquired business. Learn about trade secrets, competition, and the court’s ruling. July 21, 2019 M&A Stories Introduction: In a recent legal development, a…
Posted in asset purchase agreement, trade secret misappropriation by former seller employee Tagged with: asset purchase agreement, buyer, CleanFISH LLC v. Sims, competition, Court ruling, covenant not to compete, M&A legal blog, seafood distribution business, seller, temporary restraining order, trade secrets
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