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CLOTHING MAKER’S ASSET BUYER AWARDED $325K CD IN COURT RULING

Posted on August 23, 2022 by mklaw_admin

The certificate of deposit was deposited by the seller with the state of Tennessee to secure its self-insured worker’s compensation program. M&A Stories August 23, 2022 Introduction When acquiring a business’s assets, it’s crucial to accurately document the items being…

Posted in Description of business assets purchased Tagged with: Acquisition Documents, Asset buyer, asset purchase agreement, Certificate of Deposit (CD), Clothing Manufacturer, Court ruling, Description of Acquired Assets, M&A legal blog, Tennessee Bankruptcy Case, Workers' Compensation Program

Arbitration in Business Acquisitions when Real Estate Involved

Posted on September 29, 2020 by mklaw_admin

Explore the complexities of arbitration in business acquisitions involving real estate. Discover how arbitration clauses may not always prevent disputes from reaching court, as highlighted by the BLW Motors, LLC v. Vicksburg Ford Lincoln Mercury, Inc case. Gain insights into…

Posted in arbitration, dispute resolution provision Tagged with: Acquisition Documents, arbitration, arbitration clause, BLW Motors, Business acquisitions, Court Cases, dispute resolution, M&A, Real Estate, Vicksburg Ford, Written Agreements

Typo Leads to Legal Dispute: Stock Seller Sues Buyer for Tax Refund for Target’s Pre-Closing Operations

Posted on July 10, 2020 by mklaw_admin

Explore a legal case where a simple typo in an acquisition agreement led to a complex dispute. Learn about the conflict, the legal arguments, and the court’s decision in Heritage Handoff Holdings, LLC v. Fontanella. July 10, 2020 Introduction: Acquisition…

Posted in allocation of preclosing taxes refunds and credits, stock purchase agreement, typo or scriverner's error Tagged with: Acquisition Documents, Delaware Federal District Court, Heritage Handoff Holdings, legal case analysis, Legal dispute, legal practitioner insights, LLC v. Fontanella, M&A legal blog, mistake in contract, payment discrepancy, pre-closing operations, stock purchase agreement, Summary judgment, tax refund

$2.8 Million Tax Consequences Arising from Incorrect Subsidiary Sale Structure

Posted on July 6, 2020 by mklaw_admin

July 6, 2020 Explore a case study highlighting the significant tax implications resulting from an incorrect subsidiary sale structure in a business acquisition. Learn from the legal dispute and its aftermath, emphasizing the importance of accurate acquisition documents and coordination…

Posted in mutual mistake, structure of transaction, Taxation Tagged with: Acquisition Documents, Business acquisition, Case Study, coordination among stakeholders, holding company stock sale, incorrect paperwork, IRS audit, Legal dispute, M&A legal blog, operating company stock sale, subsidiary sale structure, tax consequences, tax court ruling, tax implications, tax penalties, transaction accuracy, United States Court of Appeals

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

Posted on November 19, 2018 by John McCauley

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…

Posted in breach of contract, closing, damages, specific performance, stock purchase agreement Tagged with: Acquisition Documents, appellate court, Buyer-seller disputes, Car Dealership Sale, Closing Documents, escrow, Financial Due Diligence, Legal battles, Legal consequences, M&A, M&A Lessons, M&A pitfalls, M&A stories, merger and acquisition, Monetary Damages, Payne v. Cunningham, specific performance, stock purchase agreement, Timing in M&A, Transaction Breach, Trial Court

Buyer Breach of Required Insurance Provision in Acquisition Documents Result in Punitive Damages

Posted on May 23, 2018 by John McCauley

Dive into a cautionary M&A tale emphasizing the significance of contractual compliance. Explore a legal case where a buyer’s breach of insurance provision in acquisition documents led to punitive damages. Learn valuable lessons on the importance of adhering to contractual…

Posted in insurance requirements, punitive damages Tagged with: Acquisition Documents, actual-cash-value insurance, business law, Business Transactions, Buyer Obligations, Case Study, Contractual Compliance, Contractual obligations, Court Case, industry compliance, Insurance Coverage, Insurance Provision, Legal Disputes, Legal lessons, Legal Liability, M&A legal issues, Mergers and Acquisitions, Punitive damages, replacement-value insurance, Risk mitigation, Seller Rights

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CLOTHING MAKER’S ASSET BUYER AWARDED $325K CD IN COURT RULING

Arbitration in Business Acquisitions when Real Estate Involved

Typo Leads to Legal Dispute: Stock Seller Sues Buyer for Tax Refund for Target’s Pre-Closing Operations

$2.8 Million Tax Consequences Arising from Incorrect Subsidiary Sale Structure

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

Buyer Breach of Required Insurance Provision in Acquisition Documents Result in Punitive Damages

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