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Podcast: Investor Connect Podcast
Episode: Startup Funding Espresso – Legal Issues in an Acquisition
Description: Legal issues in an acquisition Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso -- your daily shot of startup funding and investing. There are several legal issues involved in selling your business. Here is a list of key areas to review: Liability -- the buyer assumes the liabilities of the acquired. This includes any outstanding litigation as well as compliance issues. Intellectual property -- the buyer will look for what has been filed, when, and what is the current status. Make sure your documents and filings are in order. Escrow for liabilities -- the buyer may want to...