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there any way for me to void the acquisition or get recompense for the newly discovered loss?
answered on Sep 19, 2017
Yes, if what you are telling me is that they engaged in fraud by altering their books and the alterations are material such that you either would not have proceeded with the acquisition or would have changed the price and terms, then you have grounds to rescind the transaction or to sue the... View More 
I own a trademark for a popular Los Angeles tourism service that has an established fan base and website attracting thousand of visitors daily. The name is synonymous with Hollywood and people recognize it the moment they see/hear it. I'm looking for ways to capitalize on the brand name by... View More
answered on Aug 25, 2017
You can work with an intellectual property attorney to develop a package before you contact companies that seek licensing deals for intellectual property owners.
answered on Aug 9, 2017
It will depend upon the terms of the Merger and what position and authority you keep.
other reasons to consider it?
answered on Jul 22, 2017
There are lots of reasons for a merger: sale and someone wants to retire, one company wants to grow by acquisition, the concept of synergy- two companies merge to become more efficient and better able to compete with larger competitors; one company has a technology or customer base another one... View More
answered on Jul 13, 2017
Why do you want to buy an abandoned trademark? What benefit do you hope to get? Will buying the abandoned trademark confer that benefit?
It may be helpful to look at tutorial material at www.uspto.gov.
It seems as though you may wish to consult with an attorney to see what legal... View More
answered on Jun 23, 2017
If you mean to have someone buy your business in total from you, the choice of entity is not that important since the Buyer is going to want to do an asset purchase. If you are talking about an investor buying into your business that is different and it will depend on both the kind and size of the... View More
answered on Jun 2, 2017
It depends on how the larger company acquires your company. If it purchases its assets only, it is likely that it can all the benefits and will offer all or less than all current employees whatever benefits it currently offers its other employees. If it buys the company's stock, unless it is... View More
answered on May 12, 2017
I generally advise people who operate businesses to form a LLC or Corporation to limit any personal liability related to operating the business. It is not always necessary, but generally a good idea.
answered on Apr 21, 2017
Any contractual obligations of either employer should be upheld, despite any merger.
See: http://www.aeesq.com/business-law/employment-lawyer/
More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an... View More
I requested information on a business for sale through a broker, they sent me a non-disclosure agreement that stipulates if for any reason we go into litigation i am responsible for the legal fees they incur.
answered on Sep 8, 2016
I assume they sent you the non-disclosure agreement before they disclosed private information about the business. Pretty common requirement. If you plan on disclosing the info, I would not sign it, but I do not know of a business broker who would disclose financial information about a business... View More
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