Professionals who start business partnerships often do so with the intent of working together until they achieve certain long-term goals. However, not all partnerships last until retirement or the completion of other goals. Sometimes, one partner decides that they...
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3 reasons to reconsider a merger or acquisition
Large business transactions can be valuable for all organizations involved. Whether one company buys another or two businesses negotiate a merger, such transactions can make companies more competitive or efficient. Factors ranging from patented technology and real...
Is specific performance the best remedy for contract issues?
Professionals who manage business operations often rely on contracts for multiple purposes. Contracts help them obtain work from employees or independent contractors. They lock in pricing and delivery dates with vendors. They help protect the company from the...
3 merger-related challenges that should be planned for in advance
Negotiating a business merger is a process that could take a year or longer to complete. From finding a viable candidate to setting agreeable terms, mergers can be incredibly complex transactions. There are a host of issues that can arise during and after a merger...
When can standstill agreements help resolve a financial dispute?
In business, disagreements can halt progress. A standstill or lock-up agreement can be a valuable tool in such situations. It is a legal contract that pauses specific actions or activities between parties for a set period, allowing for reassessment of positions....
Addressing redundant positions during a merger or acquisition
Acquisitions and mergers are complex business transactions that can yield substantial benefits for the organizations involved. An acquisition can help an inventor or entrepreneur monetize groundbreaking concepts. These transactions can help companies grow by providing...
3 hazards to look for during the due diligence phase of a merger
Business mergers are expensive but potentially lucrative endeavors. The companies combining their operations share talent and intellectual property, such as trade secrets and patents. The resulting business May have a larger overall share of the market, allowing for...
Taking another company to court over significant contract issues
The decision to sign a contract with another business should be beneficial to an organization. Their contractual arrangements could help control operational expenses or might give them access to resources that other businesses do not have. A contract can lead to...
Why new BOI reporting requirements could freeze mergers
A merger or an acquisition of a massive undertaking. Typically, those trying to arrange a major business transaction spend months negotiating terms and researching business prospects. Often, last-minute challenges are the result of regulatory enforcement. For example,...
New federal merger rules could lead to more scrutiny
Business mergers have existed for as long as separate companies have. They allow existing companies to expand rapidly and to combine their resources to better cater to consumers. Mergers can be beneficial for organizations but are also sometimes problematic for the...