Court said that Arkansas applies stricter scrutiny to noncompete agreements in employment contracts than those connected with a sale of a business. M&A Stories June 1, 2022 Introduction: In a recent court case, a noncompetition covenant given by a seller…
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Successor Liability: A Cautionary Tale for Asset Buyers in M&A Deals
Explore the intricate legalities of asset purchases in M&A through a cautionary tale. Delve into the Alabama Teachers Credit Union v. Design Build Concepts case, highlighting successor liability nuances, business continuity, and the impact of labeling transactions. Learn valuable insights…
Posted in successor liability Tagged with: Alabama law, Alabama Teachers Credit Union, asset purchase agreement, asset purchases, business continuity, buyer assurances, Buyer equity, buyer responsibility, Case Study, cautionary tale, construction business acquisition, construction defects, Court Case, Design Build Concepts, key personnel retention, Legal action, legal implications, legalities, M&A, M&A Transactions, merger, post-acquisition issues, seller's name usage, statute of limitations, successor liability
Unraveling Deceptive Practices in M&A: Lessons from Sharma v. USA International, LLC
Explore the intricate world of M&A with our latest blog post, “Unraveling Deceptive Practices in M&A: Lessons from Sharma v. USA International, LLC.” Delve into the cautionary tale that emerged post-acquisition, revealing the legal battle stemming from misrepresented sales figures…
Posted in due diligence, fraud in business sale Tagged with: acquisition pitfalls, Auntie Anne’s franchise, boardroom insights, Business acquisition, business ethics, business ownership, business pitfalls, CFO guidance, Checkers franchise, Court Case, Court decisions, deceptive practices, due diligence, financial discrepancies, financial scrutiny, Legal action, legal battle, Legal lessons, legal scrutiny, M&A, M&A Transactions, Mergers and Acquisitions, real-world lessons, Sharma v. USA International LLC, USA International LLC
Court Awards Buyer Damages for Seller’s Breach of Noncompetition Covenant in 3D Printing Industry
Explore the legal intricacies of M&A transactions with our latest blog post. Delve into the case of Barranco v. 3D Systems Corporation, where a breach of noncompetition agreement in the 3D printing industry led to significant court-awarded damages. Gain insights…
Posted in covenant not to compete Tagged with: 3D printing industry, additive manufacturing, Breach of contract, Business acquisitions, business law, business ownership, business sellers, Buyer Damages, Competitive Activities, contractual disputes, Contractual obligations, Court Case, Court ruling, entrepreneur advice, Legal compliance, Legal Disputes, legal implications, legal ramifications, M&A legal, Mergers and Acquisitions, noncompetition agreement, technology acquisition
Buyer Breach of Required Insurance Provision in Acquisition Documents Result in Punitive Damages
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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