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S Corporation Stock Sale: Tax Implications You Shouldn’t Miss

Explore the tax intricacies of S corporation stock sales in this informative M&A legal blog. Understand the implications, including IRC section 1377 elections, through a real-life case study. Gain insights for your M&A transactions. M&A Stories March 27, 2019 Introduction:

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How an Asset Purchase Agreement Shields Buyers from Employee Claims

Explore the intricacies of asset and stock purchases in M&A transactions to effectively manage risks and protect personal assets. Learn from a real case study and understand the importance of asset purchase agreements. M&A Stories March 26, 2019 When you’re

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Competitor’s Aggressive Move Puts Distressed Glove Maker into Bankruptcy

Explore the legal consequences of aggressive M&A tactics in this insightful blog post. Learn how a competitor’s move led a struggling glove manufacturer into bankruptcy and the ensuing legal disputes. M&A Stories March 25, 2019 Introduction: Purchasing a struggling competitor

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Landlord’s Consent Not Required for Stock Deal in M&A

Explore a legal case study on M&A transactions involving stock purchases and landlord consent. Learn how understanding lease agreements and state laws can help navigate complexities successfully. M&A Stories March 22, 2019 Introduction: In the world of mergers and acquisitions,

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Streamlining Employee Non-compete Agreements in Mergers

Explore the complexities of employee non-compete agreements in M&A deals and learn how different transaction types can impact their enforceability. Gain insights from the USI Insurance Services National, Inc. v. Ogden, LLC case. M&A Stories March 21, 2019 Introduction: In

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Buyer’s Legal Dispute Over Unpaid Receivables in M&A Deal

Explore a real-life M&A case involving unpaid receivables and the legal implications for both buyers and sellers. Understand the risks and strategies to manage bad receivables in your M&A transactions. M&A Stories March 20, 2019 Introduction: In the world of

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Buyer Loses $21.6 Million Claim for Business Seller’s Exclusivity Breach

Explore a legal case study where a buyer lost a substantial claim due to a seller’s breach of exclusivity in an M&A deal. Learn key takeaways and legal insights. M&A Stories March 19, 2019 Introduction: When selling a privately-owned business,

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Pharmacy Sale Earnout Dispute: Buyer’s Good Faith Questioned in Court

Explore a real M&A case where an earnout agreement led to a legal dispute. Learn how buyer-seller dynamics and the duty of good faith played a crucial role in the court’s decision. M&A Stories March 19, 2019 Introduction: When buyers

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Court Awards Seller $441K in Preclosing Tax Refunds Dispute

Learn from a recent M&A case about the costly consequences of a critical typo in stock purchase agreements, as a court rectifies the error and awards the seller $441,000 in pre-closing tax refunds. Explore the importance of precise language in

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Costly Customer Secrets: Buyer’s $4.4 Million Lesson in M&A

Explore a real M&A case where lack of disclosure about customer issues led to a costly lawsuit. Learn the importance of transparency and diligence in mergers and acquisitions. M&A Stories March 15, 2019 Introduction: In the world of mergers and

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