Do big mergers deliver?
Mergers are time-consuming; the largest deals demand a high degree of patience and attention to detail. For Bayer, persistence paid off. After months of negotiations, Monsanto accepted Bayer’s third offer. Now the hard part of surviving reviewer scrutiny begins. Verizon, on the other hand, may come to regret being the successful bidder, now that Yahoo has revealed a massive data breach it suffered.
Whether you are putting the finishing touches on a deal or considering unraveling one, an analysis by Asterion’s consultants may provide you with the information you need to make the right business decision.
How hard will it be to enforce that non-compete agreement?
Covenants not to compete are becoming more widespread. Enforceability depends on a number of factors, such as the state where the employer is located or a particular employee’s responsibilities. The recent lawsuit filed by Fox against Netflix suggests that a high level of competition within an industry may also increase the likelihood of litigation.
The professionals at Asterion are experienced in calculating damages in non-compete actions. If you are seeking to enforce or avoid a covenant not to compete, you may want to consult us.
On the Lighter Side: Do you follow the “5-second” rule?
You might want to reconsider, unless you’re eating fast food pumped up with anitbiotics.
Spotlight On Mergers & Acquisitions
Asterion, Inc. (“Asterion”) has experience in assisting businesses, funds, law firms and individuals before, during and after a merger or acquisition transaction.
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