How will you secure the future of your business?
Acquisitions and mergers remain attractive across market sectors. Consider that Merck is selling its consumer health division to Proctor and Gamble, while Shire is considering a revised bid from Takeda. Sears may sell some of its brands to its CEO’s hedge fund, and Comcast hopes to win the bidding war for Sky. Even the largest businesses seek to secure their futures in a time of disruption.
Whether your business is pursuing ways to reduce risk or is preparing to reap returns, the professionals at Asterion can help you assess the financial implications of your strategies.
Are you doing all you can to avoid IP infringement?
Two recent cases serve to remind growing businesses to avoid intellectual property infringement. A few weeks ago, Harley Davidson won millions in damages from the largest online printer of T-shirts because Sunfrog had not done enough to prevent third parties from uploading unauthorized Harley designs. We’re wondering if Sony will have similar success. The company recently filed suit against a small brewery to stop production of an award winning beer named “Breaking Bad,” three years after the beer came to market.
Whether you are protecting your intellectual property or are facing an infringement claim, the consultants at Asterion have the experience to assist you in evaluating your claims. However, we may not be ready to help the monkey in the selfie case to sue PETA, despite the appellate court’s suggestion.
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Asterion, Inc. (“Asterion”) has experience in assisting businesses, funds, law firms and individuals before, during and after a merger or acquisition transaction.