Hosts  and  build on their recent discussion with Lowenstein M&amp;A Chair and Transactions &amp; Advisory Group co-Chair  about the current state of play in the M&amp;A and private equity space. The co-hosts consider emerging RWI trends and lessons learned from the fast paced deal flow activity of the past several years and the RWI claims that followed. They analyze Makinen’s predictions that diligence must become even more careful, especially in light of the increased frequency and severity of RWI claims found by&nbsp;, as well as the growing impact of globalization and cyber threats, and how to manage expectations and strike a reasonable balance at the negotiation table. Speakers: , Partner and Chair, Insurance Recovery, Partner, Insurance Recovery

Part II: The Intersection of Emerging Trends in M&A/ Private Equity and Reps & Warranty Insurance: The Road Remains Bumpy For Dealmakers

, , and  of Lowenstein Sandler's Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Practice Group address multi-employer pension plans in the context of a business transaction, providing listeners with an overview of considerations and areas of potential liability plus tips on how to mitigate these issues. A multi-employer plan is comprised of various unrelated employers who make contributions on behalf of a unionized workforce; these contributions are based on a collective bargaining agreement, so failure to make those contributions or certain types of withdrawals can result in liability for the acquirer or the target. The lawyers advise inquiring about the funding status of the plan, considering the impact of changes in the workforce post-closing, and addressing potential withdrawal liability in the purchase agreement before closing a business transaction when a multi-employer plan is involved.  Speakers:  , Partner and&nbsp;Chair,&nbsp;Employee Benefits &amp; Executive Compensation , Counsel, Employee Benefits &amp; Executive Compensation , Associate, Employee Benefits &amp; Executive Compensation

Multiemployer Pension Plans: Mitigating Risk in the Context of a Business Transaction

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Hosts Lynda Bennett and Michael Lichtenstein discuss in plain and practical terms why Lowenstein started the podcast series "Don't Take No for an Answer." Episodes touch on key insurance concepts that policyholders should understanding, including making sure you seek knowledgeable policy counsel, have a strong broker, and don’t take no for an answer with regard to claim payout.

Multiemployer Pension Plans: Mitigating Risk in the Context of a Business Transaction

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