This post was written by Bryan Seigworth. On Wednesday, September 13, 2017, citing national security concerns, the White House issued an Order blocking the acquisition of Lattice Semiconductors [...]
In transactions involving the sale of most businesses, confidentiality agreements are standard practice for protecting confidential information shared between the parties. In the sale of a dental [...]
Recent Decision Provides Guidance for Making Browsewrap Agreements Enforceable
In Corporate Issues PostedThe Second Circuit Court of Appeals recently issued its decision in Meyer v. Uber Technologies, Inc., finding that a browsewrap agreement was enforceable, including the arbitration clause [...]

In structuring acquisitions, both buyers and sellers can become complacent in situations where the target company does not own, but only leases, real estate. For potential buyers, it is [...]
If you’ve heard of blockchain, it’s probably been in connection with Bitcoin. However, IBM recently announced a collaboration with leading retailers and global food companies, including Nestle, [...]
Incidental Damages vs. Consequential Damages: a Distinction of Consequence
In Corporate Issues PostedIn contracts for the sale of goods, sellers rely on waivers of non-direct or special damages to limit their risk. Special damages include (among other types of damages) incidental and [...]

Pennsylvania Limited Liability Companies Beware: New Act Presents Opportunities but Poses Traps
In Corporate Issues PostedThe Pennsylvania Uniform Limited Liability Company Act of 2016 (the “Act”) became effective on April 1, 2017. It applies, however, to all Pennsylvania limited liability companies (“companies” and [...]
With the recent dip in the stock market, now may be an excellent time to consider converting your Traditional IRA to a Roth IRA. Converting your IRA to a Roth IRA will subject your IRA to income [...]
Employers, employees and even equity holders should be mindful of company property ownership interests upon the employee or stakeholder’s separation from the company. A typical provision in a [...]
Non-competition agreements serve to protect from misuse by a former employee the hard-earned goodwill and customer relationships an employer has developed. However, courts impose strict [...]
