Securities Law Articles

Private equity (PE) has become an increasingly prominent avenue for business owners seeking capital infusion, growth opportunities, and strategic partnerships.

Raising capital through a private securities offering hinges on mastering Regulation D and engaging the right investors. Efficient and less…

As you explore the possible sale of your business, you’ll hear a lot of references to “representations and warranties” (casually…

The massively popular ABC reality show Shark Tank puts entrepreneurs in one of the most high-pressure situations you can imagine – pitching…

Theranos, a spectacular American business crash-and-burn, is the start-up that keeps on giving – in the form of lessons for founders, CEOs, and investors. Once a technology and media darling embraced by investors,…

Introduction: Protective Provisions In LLC Operating Agreements You came up with the right business idea, formally organized your LLC, are…

What Is An Acqui-Hire? The purpose of a typical merger or acquisition is to acquire the customer base and other…

Planning for the most favorable tax treatment on their investment is always a major consideration for investors. Because of a…

Board Observer Rights Venture capital firms and other equity investors commonly request the right to have an observer attend the…

When seeking investors, entrepreneurs and business owners may be approached by individuals, including friends and family, who do not qualify…

Hiring and keeping talented employees is a challenge for many businesses, but in particular for startups and early-stage companies that…

What is a MAC Clause? A ‘material adverse change’ clause (a ‘MAC’ clause or sometimes called a ‘material adverse effect’…