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NO DUTY TO NEGOTIATE IN GOOD FAITH FOR TEXAS BUYER: A LESSON FROM M&A DEAL GONE AWRY

The buyer signs a nonbinding letter of intent to acquire a business. The deal never closes. A Texas intermediate appellate court finds that a prospective buyer owed the seller no duty of good faith and fair dealing. M&A Stories October

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COURT RULES BUYER NOT BOUND BY SELLER’S REVISIONS TO LOI IN M&A DEAL

Read about a recent court case involving LOI revisions in an M&A deal where the buyer was found not to be bound by the seller’s additional terms. Learn the importance of clarity in LOIs and avoiding disputes in business transactions.

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Buyer’s Ability to Solicit Seller’s Employees Despite Letter of Intent

Explore the legal complexities surrounding a buyer’s ability to approach seller’s employees despite a Letter of Intent (LOI) in business acquisitions. Understand the case of American Mortgage & Equity Consultants, Inc. v. Everett Financial, Inc. and key factors affecting the

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Strategic Buyer’s Decision Not to Proceed with APA after LOI

Explore the Mississippi high court’s ruling on a strategic buyer’s refusal to sign an Asset Purchase Agreement (APA) after signing a Letter of Intent (LOI) in this M&A legal blog. Delve into the background, hurdles, outcome, and legal action of

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Seller Claims Confidentiality Breach Costs It $12.7 Million in M&A Case

Explore the legal repercussions of a breach of confidentiality in an M&A deal. Learn from the Cargotec Corporation v. Logan Industries case and the potential pitfalls sellers face when sharing sensitive information with potential buyers. M&A Stories January 8, 2019

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Navigating Confidentiality and Exclusivity: A Cautionary M&A Tale from the Scrap Metal Industry

Explore the legal intricacies of an M&A dispute between a Cleveland-based Buyer and a Covington, La.-based Seller in the scrap metal recycling industry. Learn valuable lessons on confidentiality, exclusivity, and the repercussions of breaching agreements in M&A negotiations. M&A Stories

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Seller’s Breach of LOI Exclusivity Leads to Legal Dispute: A Cautionary Tale for M&A Negotiations

Explore the intricacies of M&A negotiations and legal pitfalls in our latest blog post. Delve into a cautionary tale highlighting the consequences of breaching exclusivity provisions in LOIs. Gain valuable insights into industry-specific legal disputes and learn how to navigate

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