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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Navigating Earnout Disputes in M&A: Insights from Dolce v. WTS International, LLC
Posted in problems with earnouts Tagged with: Business owners, Business Transactions, Case Study, contract law, Corporate transactions, Delaware Court of Chancery, Dolce v. WTS International LLC, Earnout disputes, EBITDA calculation, Entrepreneurial insights, expert determination, financial scrutiny, industry analysis, legal complexities, Legal Disputes, Legal Precedents, legal proceedings, Litigation, M&A, Mergers and Acquisitions
DENTIST’S DISPUTE: COURT REJECTS ARBITRATION REQUEST IN PRACTICE SALE
Both the Missouri trial and appellate court hold that the purchase agreement’s arbitration clause was unenforceable because it failed to comply with the state’s required formalities M&A Stories July 28, 2022 Introduction: Selling a dental practice can lead to legal…
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.…
Posted in letter of intent, signing LOI with revisions by signer Tagged with: Business law updates, Business Transactions, Buyer and seller negotiation, Contractual obligations in acquisitions, Counteroffer, Dispute resolution in M&A, Letter of Intent (LOI) material revisions, LOI clarity and agreement, M&A deal court case, M&A legal blog, Private business deals
Buyer Cannot Sue Seller for Withholding Pending Customer Loss Information
Explore a case study in M&A where the buyer’s inability to sue the seller is examined due to contractual limitations on claims beyond representations and warranties. M&A Stories December 10, 2020 Introduction: When considering the purchase of a business, it’s…
Posted in contracts, due diligence, extra-contractual fraud, fraud in business sale, non-reliance clause Tagged with: asset purchase agreement, Business acquisition, Business Transactions, buyer-seller dispute, contractual limitations, contractual representations, Delaware law, due diligence, fraud, Humana contracts, Legal action, loss of major customer, M&A legal case study
Safeguarding Purchase Price in Business Sales to Avoid Buyer Bankruptcy Discharge
Learn how to protect the purchase price in business sales to prevent buyer bankruptcy discharge. Explore a real case example and key takeaways for secure transactions. April 20, 2020 Introduction: When a business seller agrees to receive a significant portion…
Posted in seller carried purchase price Tagged with: bankruptcy law, business sales, Business Transactions, buyer bankruptcy discharge, Case Study, collateral, exit strategy, financial records, legal implications, M&A legal, payment agreements, payment security, purchase price protection, securing payments, seller's interests
Franchisee’s Struggle: A Cautionary Tale for Business Owners
Explore a cautionary tale of a failed restaurant franchise sale due to contractual disputes with the franchisor. Learn the importance of resolving legal issues before selling your business in this M&A case study. July 7, 2019 M&A Stories Introduction: In…
Posted in approval of franchisor, asset purchase agreement, franchise sale, integration clause, no oral modifications of contract Tagged with: asset purchase agreement, business contracts, business litigation, business ownership, Business Sale, Business Transactions, Case Study, contractual disputes, Court decision, franchise agreements, franchise laws, franchisee, franchisor, integration provision, legal battle, legal issues, M&A, restaurant franchise, Tim Hortons
Negotiating M&A Deals: Buyer’s Duty in the Spotlight
Explore the complexities of M&A negotiations and the legal implications of buyer’s duty in this informative blog post. Learn from a real-life case reference. M&A Stories May 13, 2019 Introduction: Selling a business involves several stages. A potential buyer typically…
Posted in asset purchase agreement, Duty to negotiate in good faith Tagged with: Acquisition Agreement, asset purchase, business purchase, Business Transactions, Buyer's duty, case reference, CKSJB Holdings, confidentiality agreement, Delaware and California imply a duty of good faith and fair dealing, due diligence, earnout, Good Faith Negotiations, Inc., legal implications, Legal outcome, letter of intent, LLC v. EPAM Systems, M&A negotiations
Maryland Court Upholds Forum Selection Clause in M&A Dispute
Explore the Peterson v. Evapco, Inc. case where a Maryland court enforced a forum selection clause in an M&A legal battle. Understand the implications of forum selection clauses in confidentiality agreements and their impact on non-signatories involved in business transactions.…
Posted in covenant not to compete, enforce against nonparty, forum selection clause, nondisclosure agreement Tagged with: appellate court, Business Transactions, buyer-seller relationship, case reference, commercial HVAC industrial process power industrial refrigeration markets, competition prohibition, confidentiality agreement, contractual arrangements, Court decisions, dispute resolution, Forum selection clause, John McCauley, Legal action, legal development, legal implications, M&A agreements, M&A legal battle, Maryland court, Maryland law, Maryland state court, noncompetition agreement, Personal Jurisdiction, Peterson v. Evapco Inc.
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…
Posted in federal multiemployer pension plan withdrawal liability, successor liability Tagged with: actual knowledge, Asset Deals, Asset Valuation, Business owners, Business Regulations, business risks, business strategy, Business Transactions, Buyer's Awareness, Buyer's due diligence, Buyer's liability, Case Study, cautionary tale, CFOs, constructive knowledge, Contractual obligations, Corporate governance, Corporate Law, Court decision, Deal Success, due diligence, entrepreneurs, financial consequences, Financial Impact, Financial Repercussions, Industry specifics, legal battle, Legal compliance, legal insights, Legal lessons, legal pitfalls, Legal precedent, M&A, M&A Transactions, Maui Hotel Acquisition, merger and acquisition, Multiemployer Pension Plan, Ninth Circuit Court, Pension Liabilities, Private Equity, Purchase and Sale Agreement, Seller's obligations, Unfunded Pension Benefits, Union pension plan, Unionized Employees
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