Explore the risks and challenges associated with post-closing royalties in M&A deals. Learn from the case of Kelly v. Waters Corporation and the potential pitfalls of relying on earnouts and royalties. Understand the importance of clear agreements in the world…
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M&A Seller’s Frustration with Post-Closing Royalties
Posted in earn outs, purchase agreement Tagged with: Buyer-seller relationships, Earnouts in M&A, Ethical practices, Financial records manipulation, Kelly v Waters Corporation, Legal Disputes, legal implications, M&A agreements, M&A case study, M&A lawsuits, M&A risk assessment, M&A seller, Mergers and Acquisitions, Post-closing royalties, Royalty payments, software
Non-Disclosure of Customer Contract Nonrenewal in M&A Deal
Explore a 2015 M&A case where the disclosure of customer contract nonrenewals becomes a pivotal issue. Gain insights into the importance of clear language in M&A agreements. M&A Stories December 5, 2018 In a 2015 M&A case, a buyer based…
Posted in Buyer beware, representation and warranty about customers, representations and warranties, stock purchase agreement Tagged with: Buyer's Rights, contract nonrenewal, customer contract termination, Disclosure obligations, Latisys Holdings, Legal Disputes, M&A agreements, M&A case study, M&A legal blog, nondisclosure of major customer nonrenewals, post-closing issues, Seller's obligations, stock purchase agreement, Zayo Group
Buyer’s Pursuit of Misrepresentation Damages through D&O Policy
Explore a legal case in M&A where a buyer seeks damages for misrepresentation through their D&O insurance policy. Learn about the complexities and court rulings in this insightful M&A story. M&A Stories November 28, 2018 In this M&A story, we…
Posted in ambiguous exclusion, directors and officers insurance policy, insurance coverage, major shareholders exclusion, stock purchase agreement Tagged with: Ambiguous exclusion clause, Buyer's coverage, Buyer's pursuit, Company acquisition, D&O insurance policy, D&O policy, Delaware law, Delaware litigation, EMCI Acquisition v. RSUI Indemnity Company, Insurance claims, Insurance coverage disputes, Insurance exclusion clause, Legal Disputes, Legal settlement, M&A insurance, M&A litigation, Major shareholders exclusion, Misrepresentation damages, Risk adjustment services, Seller-directors misconduct, Stock purchase negotiation
Navigating M&A Pitfalls: The Costly Lesson of Overlooking Tax Benefit Sharing and Liquidated Damages
Uncover the intricacies of M&A transactions in our latest blog post, “Navigating M&A Pitfalls: The Costly Lesson of Overlooking Tax Benefit Sharing and Liquidated Damages” by John McCauley. Delve into the cautionary tale of a buyer entangled in legal complexities…
Posted in liquidated damages provision, tax benefit sharing Tagged with: breach damages, breach severity, Business acquisition, contractual provisions, expert testimonies, jury ruling, legal complexities, Legal Disputes, legal pitfalls, liquidated damages, M&A, M&A Lessons, Mergers and Acquisitions, NewCSI Inc. v. Staffing 360 Solutions Inc., penalty clauses, Purchase agreement, stock purchase agreement, tax benefit sharing
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
Ensuring Inventory Accuracy in M&A Deals: A Cautionary Tale
In this insightful blog post, delve into the intricate world of mergers and acquisitions as we uncover a cautionary tale highlighting the critical importance of inventory accuracy in deal-making. Learn from a real-life case study and discover the essential role…
Posted in Description of business assets purchased Tagged with: American Welding & Gas, Arc Welding Supply Co., asset purchase agreement, Asset Valuation, Business acquisitions, business growth, business risks, Case Study, Clarity in contracts, Contractual agreements, deal-making, Inventory accuracy, inventory assessment, inventory verification, investment protection, legal diligence, Legal Disputes, Legal lessons, M&A deals, Mergers and Acquisitions, post-closing audits
The Limits of Trust: Understanding Fraud Claims in M&A Revenue Projections
Dive into the intricacies of M&A negotiations with our latest blog post, ‘The Limits of Trust: Understanding Fraud Claims in M&A Revenue Projections.’ Explore real-world cases shedding light on the fine line between optimism and accountability in the dynamic world…
Posted in fraud in business sale, revenue and profit projections Tagged with: Acquisition Strategy, business ethics, business law, business negotiations, contract law, Corporate governance, due diligence, financial projections, Investor Protection, Legal Disputes, legal insights, Legal Precedents, M&A Fraud, Mergers and Acquisitions, risk management
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