Digital Exclusives
A recent art auction lawsuit reveals the complexities of excusing contractual performance due to the pandemic.
Three public statements from the SEC show increased and perhaps even hostile new scrutiny
Taking a close look at the three phases of a special purpose acquisition company.
A contract is not necessarily a promise, says Maurice Lefkort W86
What recent developments could mean for the "index fund free rider problem."
An in-depth examination of the benefits of pro rata voting
How the index fund "free rider problem" impedes good corporate governance and market efficiency.
A recent Delaware ruling confirms that a deal can be a deal even if no contract is signed.
Failing to negotiate in good faith cost SIGA Technologies $113 million in a recent suit with PharmAthene. Maurice Lefkort examines the case and gives advice on the importance of letters of intent.
A Delaware court upholds Appraisal Arbitrage, and that’s bad news for the average investor and market efficiency, explains Maurice Lefkort.
Stockholder plaintiffs demand a ransom for each public M&A transaction. Lawyer Maurice Lefkort offers two responses, including one from the recent mega IPO.
With any sensitive email, it's worth waiting a few minutes before hitting the send button.
Enhanced SEC rules mean entrepreneurs will have to monitor their private equity and venture capital investors.
Take advantage of recent changes in SEC rules to access more efficient capital markets and cheaper cost of capital.
