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“They’ll Never Know” (Until They Do)

Here’s an engaging story inspired by a true case to answer a key question for successful business owners: Have you ever moved forward with a deal knowing there was something you probably should have raised, and chose not to? “They’ll Never… Read More
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New Jersey Family Leave Act Changes in 2026: What Employers Must Do Before July 17, 2026

New Jersey Family Leave Act (NJFLA) amendment effective July 17, 2026 lowers coverage to 15 employees and 3-month/250-hour eligibility. Employer compliance guide. Read More
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Does Your Asset Purchase Agreement Expressly List Specific Excluded Assets From the Sale?

Does your asset purchase agreement list excluded assets clearly? Business owners should understand how unclear exclusions can create disputes after closing. Read More
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When Being Right Costs More Than Being Done

Here’s an engaging story inspired by a true case to answer a key question for successful business owners: If one of your founders decided to fight you all the way to the end, how expensive would being right actually be? When Being Right Costs M… Read More
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Does Your Asset Purchase Agreement Expressly List Specific Excluded Assets From the Sale?

Key Takeaways for Business Owners Excluded assets do not protect you unless they are listed clearly and specifically in the agreement. Broad “Purchased Assets” language can still capture items you assumed you were keeping unless you carve them ou… Read More
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Increase Business Valuation Before Selling: How Customers, Partners, and Structure Drive Buyer Value

Increase Business Valuation Before Selling: How Customers, Partners, and Structure Drive Buyer Value Key Takeaways for Business Owners Build growth that survives the handoff, not growth that depends on your personal relationships or daily involvement… Read More
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Two Stories Walk Into Court. Only One Has Receipts

Here’s an engaging story inspired by a true case to answer a key question for successful business owners: Will a court believe you if your testimony does not match the plaintiff’s documentation? Two Stories Walk Into Court. Only One Has R… Read More
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Does Your Asset Purchase Agreement Transfer the Assets Associated With the Seller’s Goodwill?

Key Takeaways for Business Owners Goodwill does not move automatically in an asset sale; it transfers only if the agreement lists the specific items that carry that value. Brand assets like trade names, domains, phone numbers, and customer-facing acc… Read More
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Does Your Asset Purchase Agreement Require All Books and Records to Be Transferred?

Key Takeaways for Business Owners Books and records do not shift automatically in an asset purchase. Clear documentation allows the buyer to understand and use the purchased assets without interruption. Sellers need to separate asset-specific files f… Read More
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Does Your Asset Purchase Agreement Address the Transfer of Guarantees and Warranties?

Key Takeaways for Business Owners Confirm early whether each warranty or guarantee can legally transfer, because many do not move automatically in an asset sale. Review the exact warranty terms so you understand coverage limits, transfer rules, and a… Read More
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