Poison Pill Defense Survives in Air Products/Airgas Battle February 17th, 2011Recent Legal News Highlights: Air Products withdraws its $5.9B offer for rival Airgas after the Delaware Chancery Court finds the “power to defeat an inadequate hostile tender offer ultimately lies with the board of directors”. Read article. Read More
Venture Capital Investment for Technology and Ecommerce Companies February 16th, 2011Resources & Tools, Venture Capital Resources/Tools Venture Capital Investment Guide This information is presented for educational purposes and is not intended to constitute legal advice. Opinions expressed are those of the author and not of Morris, Manning & Martin, LLP; see disclaimer at http://www.www.mmmtechlaw.com/privacy-policy-and-disclaimer/. Contact Scott Allen for more information at sallen@mmmlaw.com Read More
Valuations & Appraisals – When, Why & How February 15th, 2011Finance, Accounting & Compensation, Resources & Tools FAQs, Resources/Tools, Valuation This Frequently Asked Question (FAQ) post addresses typical questions from companies regarding obtaining a valuation or appraisal. This document is co-authored by Bruce Wynn of Morris, Manning & Martin, LLP and Dan Branch of Taylor Consulting Group, Inc. The following questions are commonly asked of technology and business services companies. We hope this information is helpful to you. Please note that there are additional questions that will be relevant in this area and you should consult your legal, tax and accounting advisor with any other questions. 1. When do I need a valuation or appraisal? Answer: There are several situations where a valuation or Read More
FAQ: Negotiating a Line of Credit Facility with a Commercial Bank February 15th, 2011Finance, Accounting & Compensation, Resources & Tools FAQs, Resources/Tools Negotiating a Line of Credit Facility with a Commercial Bank by: Ed Hirsch, MMM Corporate Technology Group and Neal Miller, TechCFO This FAQ (frequently asked questions) provides answers to important questions for entrepreneurs to consider in negotiating a line of credit and other lending arrangements with commercial banks. This FAQ can also serve as a sample checklist of relevant issues for your company in connection with bank financing. Please note that other questions may be relevant to your company, and this is not a comprehensive review of all important issues. 1. Is this the right time for my company to pursue debt Read More
Florida to Unveil Landmark Biofuels Facility February 11th, 2011Clean Tech/Green Energy Highlights: INEOS Bio’s biorefinery in Vero Beach, Florida will have the capacity to produce 8 million gallons of ethanol and 6 megawatts (gross) of electricity per year. Read article. Read More
5 Myths About Doing Business in India — and How to Dispel Them February 10th, 2011MMM Tech Perspectives Tech Trek to India 2011 This information is presented for educational purposes and is not intended to constitute legal advice. Opinions expressed are those of the author and not of Morris, Manning & Martin, LLP; see disclaimer at http://www.www.mmmtechlaw.com/privacy-policy-and-disclaimer/. Contact John Yates for more information at jyates@mmmlaw.com Read More
USPTO Issues Guidelines to Help Improve Patent Quality February 10th, 2011Patents/IP USPTO ISSUES GUIDELINES TO HELP IMPROVE PATENT QUALITY New Procedures for Determining Compliance with Requirement for Claims in Patent Applications February 10, 2011 by: John R. Harris One of the biggest issues with the U.S. patent system is the notion of “patent quality.” What makes for a “quality” patent? That is not an easy question to answer, nor one that everyone necessarily agrees on. Some might say, a quality patent is easy to understand. Others might say a quality patent is enforceable against infringers. Still others might say that the patent claims provide clear boundaries so that people can readily avoid infringement. Patents are Read More
Three Practical Pointers on Selling Technology in India February 10th, 2011MMM Tech Perspectives Highlights: Three important points to consider when selling tech products/services in India — pricing, B-to-C focus, regulatory issues. This information is presented for educational purposes and is not intended to constitute legal advice. Opinions expressed are those of the author and not of Morris, Manning & Martin, LLP; see disclaimer at http://www.www.mmmtechlaw.com/privacy-policy-and-disclaimer/. Contact John Yates for more information at jyates@mmmlaw.com Read More
Who Will Win the Battle — Cloud Computing or IT Outsourcing? February 8th, 2011Data Centers, MMM Tech Perspectives, Sourcing & Procurement Tech Trek to India 2011 As Cloud Computing is adopted by corporations, will they reduce their reliance on customized applications developed by IT outsourcers? How will this impact the growth of IT outsourcing in India? This information is presented for educational purposes and is not intended to constitute legal advice. Opinions expressed are those of the author and not of Morris, Manning & Martin, LLP; see disclaimer at http://www.www.mmmtechlaw.com/privacy-policy-and-disclaimer/. Contact John Yates for more information at jyates@mmmlaw.com Read More
Education Technology — New Business Opportunities in India for US Companies February 8th, 2011MMM Tech Perspectives Tech Trek to India 2011 Highlights: US EdTech and new media companies should consider opportunities in India’s growing educational system. This information is presented for educational purposes and is not intended to constitute legal advice. Opinions expressed are those of the author and not of Morris, Manning & Martin, LLP; see disclaimer at http://www.www.mmmtechlaw.com/privacy-policy-and-disclaimer/. Contact John Yates for more information at jyates@mmmlaw.com Read More