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BUYER’S SUCCESSOR LIABILITY IN NEW JERSEY FOR HISTORICAL CONTAMINATION

Learn about buyer’s successor liability for historical contamination in New Jersey when acquiring manufacturing businesses. M&A Stories August 1, 2023 Introduction: When a buyer acquires a manufacturing business, they may unknowingly inherit certain liabilities from the seller. This blog discusses

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INDIANA HIGH COURT CLARIFIES SUCCESSOR LIABILITY IN M&A DEALS

Learn about the recent Indiana Supreme Court ruling on successor liability in asset acquisitions. Understand the exceptions that relieve business asset buyers from seller creditor claims in M&A deals. M&A Stories April 30, 2021 Introduction: When acquiring the assets of

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Court Rules No De Facto Merger in Purchase of Bankrupt Company’s Assets

Explore the court decision regarding de facto merger in asset acquisitions. Learn how the absence of common ownership impacted this M&A case. Insights on product liability risks. September 17, 2019 M&A Stories Introduction: When acquiring a manufacturing business, evaluating product

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Avoiding Seller Debt in M&A Deals: Buyer’s Protection

Explore the risks of acquiring the assets of a business and potential liability for seller debts in M&A deals. Learn from a real case involving a luxury motor coach company and gain insights into protecting buyers from unexpected liabilities. M&A

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