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Buyer’s Lengthy Legal Battle Over $58 Million Pension Claim from Seller’s Union

Explore a complex M&A legal case involving a buyer’s struggle against a $58 million pension claim from a seller’s union. Learn how successor liability and careful structuring played a role. April 3, 2020 Introduction: When a business asset buyer acquires

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Bankruptcy Court Approves Sale of Business, Clears Pension Claim

Explore the recent M&A development where a pension plan’s attempt to block a company’s business sale in bankruptcy failed. Discover how section 363(f)(3) of the Bankruptcy Code played a pivotal role in allowing the sale to proceed without the burden

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Buyer’s purchase price may triple post-closing because of underfunded union pension plan

Explore the legal implications of a case where a buyer’s purchase price may triple post-closing due to an undisclosed underfunded union pension plan liability. Learn from the Members of the Board Of Administration of the Toledo Area Industries UAW Retirement

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Court Rules in Favor of Buyer in Union Pension Liability Dispute

Explore a recent M&A case where a buyer successfully defends against a union pension plan’s claim for the seller’s unfunded pension liability. Dive into the details of the case, the buyer’s defense strategy, and the court’s decision. M&A Stories November

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Buyer Beware: Unforeseen Pension Liabilities in M&A Asset Deals

Dive into the complexities of M&A asset deals with our latest blog post, ‘Buyer Beware: Unforeseen Pension Liabilities.’ Explore the cautionary tale of a private equity group navigating the legal pitfalls of acquiring a Maui hotel and assets with unionized

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Understanding Successor Liability in M&A: Buyer Beware of Hidden Risks

Dive into the intricate world of mergers and acquisitions through compelling M&A Stories. Explore the hidden risks of successor liability in the legal battle of Indiana Electrical Workers Pension Benefit Fund v. ManWeb Services, Inc. Unravel the crucial aspects often

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