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How Lawsuits, Shareholder Fights, and Poor Planning Tank Business Deals | DeSimone on Deals with Sally McDonald

from DeSimone on Deals: The Exit Strategy Podcast · host DeSimone on Deals: The Exit Strategy Podcast

Selling your business? One lawsuit—or even a hint of legal trouble—can crush your valuation or scare off buyers completely. In this episode, Greg speaks with top business litigator Sally McDonald about the real impact of litigation on business exits. From shareholder disputes to employee claims to “friendship gone wrong” lawsuits, Sally shares cautionary tales and practical tips to avoid turning your sale into a courtroom drama.You’ll learn:1. How buyers react to pending lawsuits2. What indemnification really means in a deal3. The cost of skipping operating agreements4. Why being unemotional can save your businessWhether you’re planning your exit or just trying to stay out of legal trouble, this episode is a must-listen.#exitstrategy #gregdesimone #mergersandacquisitions #businessgrowth #litigation #businessowner

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