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Blank Rome Scoops Up 9 Commercial Litigators From Akerman in New York

"This powerhouse group brings a diverse mix of deep litigation experience that will greatly benefit our clients, who are facing increasing disputes and challenges in the midst of economic uncertainty," said Grant Palmer, Blank Rome's chair and managing partner, in a press release.
4 minute read

Delaware Business Court Insider

Oracle's $9 Billion NetSuite Acquisition Process Affirmed in Chancery

Vice Chancellor Glasscock determined that while Larry Ellison's position as a shareholder for both companies made him a conflicted director, he and Oracle CEO Safra Catz, both represented by Latham & Watkins and Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor, didn't interfere with the committee that evaluated the deal.
2 minute read

Daily Business Review

In an Uncertain Market, Which Industries Are Ripe for Investment in 2023?

As far as certainties go, however, we know the market will heat up again and try to make up for lost time. When it does, certain industries in South Florida—namely, health care, professional financial services and home services—will be ripe for PE investment and consolidation.
7 minute read

Delaware Business Court Insider

Company Sues Former Exec Who Allegedly Threated to Create 'Knock-off' Products

This suit was surfaced by Law.com Radar. Read the complaint here.
1 minute read

International Edition

PwC Successfully Defends Leaking Allegations in Slater & Gordon-Quindell Debacle

The long-running dispute concerns Slater & Gordon's 'catastrophic' £637 million purchase of the legal arm of insurance tech firm Quindell—now known as Watchstone.
2 minute read

Delaware Business Court Insider

'Tremendous Wrongdoing': Facebook Shareholders Can Move Forward With Claims Involving Cambridge Analytica Breach

"What we don't have is a little law breaking. What we don't have is isolated law breaking. What we don't have are immaterial violations. This is a case involving tremendous wrongdoing on a truly enormous scale," Laster said.
4 minute read

Delaware Business Court Insider

Without Liability Showing in Tidal Deal, Block's Board 'Free to Make a Terrible Business Decision'

"Although the facts emphasized by plaintiff do not generate tremendous confidence in the transaction committee's process, they fall short of supporting an inference of bad faith," the opinion stated.
3 minute read

Delaware Business Court Insider

Unity Shareholder: Board Had Duty to Disclose Revenue-Draining Software Status

The complaint claims breaches of fiduciary duty, unjust enrichment and a waste of corporate assets by 12 current and former officers and directors for the San Francisco-based company known for its software products for content creators.
3 minute read

Daily Business Review

Why Fla. Lawyers Should be Mindful of Chancery Court's Decision in 'McDonald's'

All lawyers should be mindful of this recent shift, especially those whose practice involves advising on corporate conduct and misconduct, including those admitted to practice in Florida—given the significant number of Florida companies registered in Delaware and Florida's legal history of following Delaware precedent.
7 minute read

Delaware Business Court Insider

Nestle's $1B Acquisition of Freshly Sparks Shareholder Lawsuit

This suit was surfaced by Law.com Radar. Read the complaint here.
1 minute read

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