Is the Deal Done? Litigation After Mergers and Acquisitions

When a merger or acquisition closes, many executives assume the legal work is over. But as this episode of Speaking of Litigation reveals, signing on the dotted line may be just the beginning. Avoid post-closing litigation with these issues in focus: Earnout Disputes: Learn how a buyer's actions can intentionally or unintentionally depress earnings, leading to legal battles over unpaid contingent payments. Indemnification Risks: Understand why a buyer's "safety net" can become a legal landmine for sellers, especially when ambiguous deal language is involved. Regulatory Surprises: Discover the unforeseen challenges that arise when government investigations begin after a deal closes, forcing buyers and sellers to confront liability for past conduct. Epstein Becker Green attorneys Jim Flynn, Bob Travisano, and Daniella Lee discuss how to spot the red flags in a deal, the main legal triggers of post-merger disputes, and, most importantly, how to protect your business—whether you're the buyer or the seller. - Visit our site for related resources and email contact information: https://www.ebglaw.com/split19 Subscribe for email notifications: https://www.ebglaw.com/subscribe. Visit http://speakingoflitigation.com. This podcast is presented by Epstein Becker & Green, P.C. All rights are reserved. This audio recording includes information about legal issues and legal developments. Such materials are for informational purposes only and may not reflect the most current legal developments. These informational materials are not intended, and should not be taken, as legal advice on any particular set of facts or circumstances, and these materials are not a substitute for the advice of competent counsel. The content reflects the personal views and opinions of the participants. No attorney-client relationship has been created by this audio recording. This audio recording may be considered attorney advertising in some jurisdictions under the applicable law and ethical rules. The determination of the need for legal services and the choice of a lawyer are extremely important decisions and should not be based solely upon advertisements or self-proclaimed expertise. No representation is made that the quality of the legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers.