Learn about a legal case where a buyer was refunded $3.5 million due to an unemployment tax issue that arose after an M&A deal. Understand the importance of considering unemployment compensation tax when acquiring a business with employee turnover. July…
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Buyer Refunded $3.5M Due to Unemployment Tax Issue in M&A Deal
Posted in seller's unemployment experience rating, successor liability Tagged with: Business acquisition, business assets, buyer refund, employee turnover, human resource service provider, legal battle, Legal Case, M&A deal, successor employer, Texas Workforce Commission, unemployment compensation tax, unemployment tax issue
Avoiding Escrow Woes: A Cautionary Tale for M&A Participants
Dive into the intricacies of mergers and acquisitions with our latest blog post, ‘Avoiding Escrow Woes: A Cautionary Tale for M&A Participants.’ Explore the real-world case of The HC Companies, Inc. v. Myers Industries, Inc., and unravel the complexities surrounding…
Posted in indemnification, timely objection to indemnification claim Tagged with: attention to detail, Breach of contract, business assets, business ecosystem, business enthusiasts, business litigation, business protection, Business Transactions, case analysis, cautionary tale, Court of Chancery, Court rulings, Delaware, diligence, Entrepreneurial insights, escrow, Indemnification claims, Legal Challenges, Legal Disputes, Legal intricacies, Legal lessons, litigation outcomes, M&A legal, M&A practitioners, Mergers and Acquisitions, The HC Companies Inc. v. Myers Industries Inc., timely objections
Court Ruling: Fraudulent Actions Allow Seller to Reclaim Business Assets
Explore the riveting legal saga of an M&A deal gone awry, resembling a Shakespearean drama, where a son’s deceit leads to a court ruling allowing the sellers to reclaim business assets. Delve into the intricacies of fiduciary duty, transparency, and…
Posted in fraud in business sale, rescission Tagged with: asset purchase agreement, Business acquisitions, business assets, business ethics, business law, business liabilities, business litigation, business ownership, buyer, Corporate governance, Court decision, court judgment, Court ruling, family drama, Fiduciary Duty, fiduciary obligation, financial matters, fraudulent actions, legal accountability, Legal Case, legal implications, Legal Saga, legal transparency, M&A Disputes, M&A legal, M&A Transactions, seller, transparency, undisclosed liabilities
Parent Company’s Liability in M&A Deals: Lessons from a Legal Battle
Dive into the legal intricacies of M&A deals with our latest blog post exploring the liability of parent companies in acquisitions. Uncover valuable lessons from a recent legal battle and learn about the risks involved in forming acquisition subsidiaries. Discover…
Posted in piercing veil of acquisition subsidiary Tagged with: Acquisition Strategy, acquisition subsidiaries, adequate capitalization, asset purchase agreement, Business acquisitions, business assets, business planning, Corporate Law, court verdict, creditor protection, due diligence, financial commitments, Legal action, Legal aspects, Legal battles, Legal Disputes, legal implications, legal pitfalls, Legal precedent, liability risks, M&A legal, Mergers and Acquisitions, parent company liability, risk management, subsidiary structures, thin capitalization
Understanding Liability in Asset Acquisitions: A Case Study
Delve into the labyrinth of M&A legal intricacies with our latest blog post, “Understanding Liability in Asset Acquisitions: A Case Study.” Join us on a journey through the legal quagmire faced by astute buyer John as he navigates the haunting…
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