On the Meaning of ‘Material’
Though the adjective “material” is ubiquitous in business acquisition agreements, its meaning is ambiguous, ranging from “nontrivial” to “dealbreaker ...
Though the adjective “material” is ubiquitous in business acquisition agreements, its meaning is ambiguous, ranging from “nontrivial” to “dealbreaker ...
The different approaches to ESG disclosures in the US, EU, and UK create a varied regulatory landscape, with major implications for global businesses.
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When financing acquisitions of accounting firms, lenders must attend to their complex corporate structures and the web of regulations that apply to them.
GC Matt Boisen discusses major trends affecting both inside and outside counsel, such as the rise of generative AI, and the experience of the GC role.
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A guide to legislative and case law developments in Delaware and beyond regarding indemnification of directors and officers by the entities they serve.
Despite injunctions, changed deadlines, and a scope narrowed by the Treasury Department, the CTA is not dead yet—but many unresolved questions remain.
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