Read Business Law Update to stay up to date on legal issues that impact public and private companies on a local, national and global basis. Articles in this issue include:
Mergers & Acquisitions
Five Years Ago, Five Years Ahead: M&A Post-COVID and Into the Next Decade
In this article, we reflect on the years since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic and offer some thoughts on where the next five years may take us. Read more.
Using Reps & Warranties to Protect the Value of a Target Company’s Proprietary Software
When a company with substantial proprietary software is being acquired, it is crucial that the purchase agreement include software-specific representations and warranties to properly protect the target company’s most valuable asset. We offer some suggestions for buyers to consider during the due diligence process and while drafting representations and warranties. Continue reading.
Corporate
When Incorporating Your Business, Skip Delaware and Head to Ohio
Ohio—already the state of incorporation for more than 15 Fortune 500 companies—offers its own attractive mix of pro-business policy preferences. Companies exploring a move, or simply reviewing their options, should consider the Buckeye State as they decide how to respond to this evolving corporate landscape. Read more.
Immigration
Trump Administration Focuses Heavily on Immigration Workplace Enforcement
In light of the Trump administration’s heavy focus on immigration enforcement, employers who had become accustomed to the more relaxed approach of the Biden administration with regard to immigration workplace compliance should make sure all their documentation is accurate and up to date and prepare employees for visits by Department of Homeland Security officials. Continue reading.
Business Litigation
Back from the Brink: Overcoming a Default Judgment
Despite a company’s best efforts to manage litigation risks, it may find itself on the receiving end of a default judgment. Read more for what can be done when a company learns that a default judgment has been entered against it.
Investment Management
Fast Break or Financial Trap? Navigating Investment Risks in Sports
While sports as an asset class has become a $3 trillion market, a recent case, in which an NBA All-Star and a retired NBA player were defrauded of $8 million by an investment adviser with a history of fraud convictions, serves as a reminder of the proactive measures investors can benefit from to make informed decisions. Continue reading.
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