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Legal Clash: M&A Buyer and Seller Tangle in Federal Court Over Post-Closing Payment Dispute

Dive into the realm of M&A legal intricacies with our latest blog post, ‘Legal Clash: M&A Buyer and Seller Tangle in Federal Court Over Post-Closing Payment Dispute.’ Explore the nuances of acquisition agreements, post-closing conflicts, and federal court litigation as

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DISPUTE ARISES BETWEEN BUYER AND SELLER OVER NET SALES IN $1.7 MILLION EARNOUT CASE

Buyer claims that earnout is based upon the post-closing net sales of seller’s small box chassis products. The seller claims that earnout includes net sales of small box chassis products acquired by buyer from other sellers. M&A Stories September 20,

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How Tax Due Diligence Benefits Buyers in Stock Acquisitions

Explore the significance of tax due diligence in stock acquisitions to avoid unexpected tax liabilities and legal disputes. Learn from a real case scenario where a buyer faced post-closing tax debts and legal battles due to inadequate tax assessment. “Trust,

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Enforcing Unwritten Promises: Manager’s Share in APA Purchase Price

Explore a case where verbal promises to key employees in business sales led to legal complications. Learn how unwritten agreements can affect M&A deals and the importance of documenting such agreements. February 19, 2020 Introduction: It’s common for business sellers

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Extending Contractual Timeframes in M&A Deals Under Delaware Law

Explore the implications of Delaware law on survival periods and statute of limitations in M&A agreements. Learn how a recent case, Kilcullen v. Spectro Scientific, Inc., sheds light on extending timeframes for indemnification claims. September 6, 2019 M&A Stories Introduction:

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M&A Confidentiality: Protecting Valuable Customer Data

Learn about the importance of safeguarding confidential information in M&A deals and the legal battles that can arise when confidentiality agreements are breached. M&A Stories May 9, 2019 Introduction: In the world of business acquisitions, safeguarding confidential information is paramount.

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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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Disputes Over Earnout Calculations: A Cautionary Tale

Explore the intricacies of earnout disputes in M&A deals with a focus on the Warren Hill, LLC v. SFR Equities, LLC case. Learn key takeaways and how to prevent similar conflicts. M&A Stories February 27, 2019 Introduction: In the world

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Energy Drink Acquisition: Legal Battle Over Formula Restrictions

Explore the legal battles surrounding energy drink acquisitions and formula restrictions. Learn from the case of Innovation Ventures, LLC v. Custom Nutrition Laboratories, LLC. M&A Stories January 2, 2019 In 2004, a well-known energy drink manufacturer partnered with a company

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Pitfalls of Signing Closing Documents Prematurely: Lessons from Payne v. Cunningham

Explore the legal ramifications of signing M&A closing documents prematurely, illustrated through Payne v. Cunningham. This blog delves into a notable 2016 case involving a car dealership sale, highlighting the crucial importance of timing in avoiding unforeseen legal consequences. Learn

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