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Wisconsin Court Examines M&A Survival Clause

Explore the complexities of M&A survival clauses in our latest blog post, ‘Wisconsin Court Examines M&A Survival Clause.’ This insightful analysis delves into a recent Wisconsin appellate court decision involving a strategic acquisition dispute. The case uncovers the critical role

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Court Examines New York’s Successor Liability Doctrines De Facto Merger vs. Mere Continuation

Dive into the complexities of New York’s successor liability doctrines in our latest M&A blog post. This in-depth analysis examines the recent case of Avamer 57 Fee LLC v. Hunter Boot USA LLC, where the court navigated the nuances of

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M&A Seller Learns a Painful Lesson on Defending Indemnification and Setoff Claims

Discover the critical lessons from a real M&A legal dispute where a seller’s failure to adhere to post-closing dispute procedures led to significant financial consequences. This blog delves into the importance of indemnification provisions, the role of representations and warranties,

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Mitigating Buyer Risks in M&A: Managing Asset Seller Liabilities

Explore the intricate world of M&A in our latest blog, where we delve into buyer risk mitigation and seller liability management in asset acquisitions. Join us as we dissect real cases, like the recent dispute over undisclosed software fees in

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Navigating M&A Earnout Disputes: A Lesson from Nomar Enterprises, LLC v. Rugged Solutions America, LLC

Explore the intricate world of M&A transactions through our latest blog post, ‘Navigating M&A Earnout Disputes: A Lesson from Nomar Enterprises, LLC v. Rugged Solutions America, LLC.’ Uncover the strategic use of earnouts, the risks they pose for both buyers

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Verifying Dates in Documents for Seamless Closings

Dive into the intricate world of M&A transactions with our latest blog post, “Verifying Dates in Documents for Seamless Closings.” Uncover the challenges faced in a real-life acquisition case and learn how precise document coordination is paramount for successful closures.

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M&A and Union Employees: A Risky Proposition for Asset Buyers

Explore the complexities of M&A deals involving union employees in our latest blog post. Learn from the case of International Painters And Allied Trades Industry Pension Fund v. Hess Glass Company and the potential risks for asset buyers. M&A Stories

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How Unemployment Insurance Can Impact M&A Deals

Explore the legal implications of unemployment insurance on M&A transactions. Learn from a recent case involving a buyer and seller’s dispute over elevated insurance costs. M&A Stories October 23, 2023 Introduction: In the world of Mergers and Acquisitions, understanding the

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Avoiding M&A Pitfalls: Buyer Beware in Bankruptcy

Explore the legal intricacies of M&A transactions and learn from a real case – In Re Sanders. Discover how due diligence and reliance on seller representations can impact the dischargeability of seller debts in bankruptcy. M&A Stories October 5, 2023

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Mitigating Successor Liability Risks in Asset Acquisitions Involving Equity

Explore the key considerations and risks associated with acquiring assets in M&A deals involving buyer equity. Learn how successor liability risks can be effectively mitigated, with insights from the Credit Card Services, Inc v. Joe Teh Chuang case. M&A Stories

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