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GAAP or History? Don’t Leave Your M&A Purchase Price Adjustment to Chance M&A Stories

Uncover how a $22 million M&A dispute hinged on a single accounting definition. This post dives into the critical challenge buyers, sellers, and advisors face when negotiating purchase price adjustments: should calculations follow GAAP or historical accounting practices? Learn how

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Customer Due Diligence: Mitigating Concentration Risk in Lower Middle Market M&A

Customer concentration risk in M&A demands scrutiny. Learn how deep due diligence can prevent costly fraud claims and litigation in lower middle market acquisitions, drawing lessons from a recent Delaware case. M&A Stories May 28, 2025 Acquiring a business with

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The Perils of Unfinished Accounting: A Cautionary Tale for M&A Sellers

Navigate the complexities of M&A law with insights into recent cases impacting buyers and sellers in the lower middle market. This post analyzes the PDS Acquisition v. KDHM ruling, revealing a crucial pitfall for sellers regarding the treatment of earned

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Court Holds M&A Agreement’s Limitation of Ohio’s Statute of Limitation Unenforceable

This blog explores a recent Ohio federal district court ruling, which rendered an M&A agreement’s limitation on the statute of limitations unenforceable. It highlights the nuances of survival clauses in asset purchase agreements and their legal implications for sellers in

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Texas Upholds Asset Acquisition Formality: Successor Liability Limited to Assumed Seller Liabilities

Explore the intricacies of M&A legal topics with our latest blog post, “Texas Upholds Asset Acquisition Formality: Successor Liability Limited to Assumed Seller Liabilities.” This piece delves into the unique legal landscape of Texas, contrasting its strict adherence to the

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The Importance of Due Diligence When Acquiring a Business in a Regulated Industry

Navigating the complex landscape of acquiring a business in a regulated industry can be a minefield without thorough due diligence. In our latest post, we delve into the critical importance of meticulous pre-acquisition audits to ensure compliance with stringent regulations

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Resolving M&A Seller Earnout Disputes: Beyond Accountant Arbitration

Delve into the intricacies of M&A earnout disputes with our latest blog post. Explore the complexities beyond accountant arbitration, as we dissect a notable case and offer insights into drafting M&A agreements for clarity and foresight. M&A Stories May 9,

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Challenging a M&A Buyer’s Good Faith in an Earnout Dispute

Explore the intricacies of M&A earnouts and legal disputes in this compelling blog post dissecting the Butler v. Ferguson Enterprises Inc. case. Gain valuable insights into contract negotiations, operational matters, and the pivotal role of judicial scrutiny in post-closing disputes.

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Navigating Earnout Disputes in M&A: Insights from Dolce v. WTS International, LLC

Delve into the intricate world of M&A earnouts with insights from the landmark Dolce v. WTS International, LLC case. Explore the complexities and risks involved in earnout disputes, including the crucial role of EBITDA calculations. Gain valuable lessons on navigating

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Understanding M&A Asset Buyer Responsibilities for Unassumed Seller Contracts

Explore the intricacies of M&A asset acquisitions and buyer responsibilities through real-world legal cases. Delve into the complexities of unassumed seller contracts, as illustrated by Tower Automotive Operations USA I, LLC v. Vari-Form Manufacturing Inc. Learn how meticulous legal diligence

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