Discover the high stakes of fraud allegations in M&A transactions through this case study involving overstated revenue and nondisclosure. When an IT consulting firm failed to disclose that its projected $25 million revenue was inflated due to enterprise division contributions,…
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How Overstated Revenue Leads to Fraud Claims and Unlimited Liability
Posted in fraud in business sale, fraudulent inducement Tagged with: and seller's legal obligations., asset purchase agreement, Breach of contract in M&A, buyer fraud claims, contractual representations, Delaware Superior Court, false revenue claims, fraud defense in M&A, Fraud in M&A, Indemnification caps, IT consulting M&A, Legal Risks in M&A, M&A case studies, M&A Due Diligence, M&A legal disputes, M&A litigation, M&A negotiations, M&A transaction risks, purchase price adjustments, revenue misrepresentation, seller disclosures, SMB acquisition
Buyer’s Fraud Claim Survives in M&A Case
Explore a recent Delaware M&A case where a buyer successfully navigated legal obstacles, including fraud claims, in an asset purchase agreement. Learn about the court’s ruling and the significance of fraud carve-out provisions in M&A transactions. August 7, 2019 M&A…
Posted in bootstrapping doctrine, exclusive remedy, fraud carveout, fraud in business sale, non-reliance clause Tagged with: 3M Company v. Neology, asset purchase agreement, bootstrapping doctrine, Breach of contract, Buyer's fraud claim, contractual representations, Court ruling in M&A case, Delaware M&A case, Exclusive remedies, Fraud carve-out provision, Fraudulent concealment, Fraudulent inducement, Inc. case, Indemnification caps, Legal hurdles in M&A, M&A legal blog, Overheating issue, Product development issues, Rescissory damages, Seller's misrepresentations, survival periods
Seller’s Indemnification Cap Dispute: What Entrepreneurs and Investors Should Know
Explore the intricacies of indemnification caps in M&A deals. Learn about a real case involving a private equity firm, a $2.25 million dispute, and the importance of clarity in asset purchase agreements. M&A Stories May 21, 2019 Introduction: In the…
Posted in asset purchase agreement, excluded or retained liabilites, indemnification cap, post closing covenants Tagged with: asset purchase agreement, Asset purchase agreements, business litigation, Buyer-seller disputes, Contaminated chemical inventory, Entrepreneurial insights, excluded liabilities, indemnification cap, Indemnification caps, indemnification for covenant breaches, Indemnification for representation and warranty breaches, Legal clarity in contracts, Legal counsel in M&A, M&A best practices, M&A case study, M&A legal dispute, Main Market Partners v. Olon Ricerca Bioscience, post closing covenants, Private equity in M&A, retained liabilities
Navigating Indemnification Caps in M&A Deals
Explore the intricacies of indemnification caps in M&A deals and learn from a recent case dispute over their interpretation. Gain insights into risk mitigation strategies for buyers and sellers in the world of mergers and acquisitions. M&A Stories May 20,…
M&A Fraud Liability and Bankruptcy Simplified
Explore the legal implications of fraud in M&A deals and how it can impact bankruptcy proceedings. Learn from the case of In Re Morabito and discover why fraud liability may not be discharged in bankruptcy. M&A Stories February 23, 2019…
Court Decision: Buyer Unable to Sue Seller for Fraudulent Misrepresentations in Target’s Data Room
Dive into the intricate world of M&A transactions with our latest blog post on an important Delaware court decision. Uncover the legal nuances surrounding buyer-seller relationships, data room disclosures, and the impact of contractual agreements. Gain valuable insights into the…
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