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01Sep

When Actions Speak Louder Than Words: Implied Assumption of Debt of an Acquired Business

When considering whether to acquire a business through an asset sale, it is important for the purchaser to analyze what, if any, of the seller’s liabilities it must assume to continue the seller’s operations. Prudent purchasers examine a multitude of factors (see our articles on successor liability and fraudulent transfers) in deciding whether to assume debt, including whether more cost effective alternatives exist for the space, goods or services......
By: White and Williams LLP
Source Url: https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/when-actions-speak-louder-than-words-85628/

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