What Type of Security Should You Use to Fund Your Venture?
Evan S. Kipperman, Adam Silverman, Lena S. Bae You're an entrepreneur looking to fund a new company. How should you finance your venture? In this article, we review the most common types of securities used in financing emerging companies, and highlight key issues worth considering for...
Blinded by the Price
In the sale of a business, the difference between headline purchase price and net payment to the equityholders can be significant. Seller may have negotiated an attractive multiple to determine enterprise value, but there is often more to calculating the net payment than applying ownership...
Are You an Exporter? You Might Be.
The Often Overlooked Controls on Software with Encryption Capacity Daniel GorenTahlia TownsendThe National Law Review In a world of electronic connectivity, software with encryption capacity surrounds us. It is inside your home, masking the signal between your WiFi and your computer. It is in your car, concealing...
Risk considerations in commercial contracts with customers
From Sarvesh Mahajan, Wiggin & DanaThe National Law Review As an emerging company goes to market with new offerings, it will need to determine the terms and risk profile on which it will sell its services and products. Many companies develop terms of use (generally for...