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What is a Type D Tax-Free Reorganization?
A Type D tax-free reorganization is a corporate restructuring mechanism under the U.S. Internal Revenue Code (IRC) that allows businesses to transfer assets between corporations without triggering immediate tax consequences.
Evan Howard
Apr 23, 20255 min read


SBA SOP 50 10 7.1: The Rulebook Behind America’s Small Business Loans
At its core, SOP 50 10 is the SBA’s instruction manual for lenders. It spells out everything from eligibility rules to how loans get approved, disbursed, and monitored.
Evan Howard
Apr 22, 20254 min read


Investor Veto Rights Vetoed by the Court: How Delaware’s Moelis & Co. Decision Changed the Game
Delaware Court of Chancery ruling sent shock waves through the venture capital and private equity worlds.
Evan Howard
Apr 22, 20255 min read


The Great Corporate Migration: Why Companies Are Fleeing Delaware’s Courts
DEXIT showing to be a possible exodus of US corporations from the once business friendly State of Delaware.
Evan Howard
Apr 21, 20255 min read


Google’s Antitrust Showdown: What the DOJ’s Case Means for the Future of Big Tech
If you’ve been following the headlines, you know the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has been locked in a high-stakes legal battle with Google. This isn’t just another lawsuit—it’s a defining moment in how antitrust laws apply to the digital age.
Evan Howard
Apr 20, 20256 min read


Google and Standard Oil: Antitrust Echoes Across a Century
The world of antitrust law has come full circle. Over a century after the landmark breakup of Standard Oil, the United States government is again in court with a corporate giant—this time, Google.
Evan Howard
Apr 19, 20257 min read


Breaking Down the Two Major 2025 Antitrust Rulings Against Google
The U.S. government’s antitrust campaign against Google has reached a critical juncture, with two landmark 2025 court rulings exposing distinct facets of the tech giant’s dominance.
Evan Howard
Apr 19, 20253 min read


The Sherman Act & Clayton Act: America’s Antitrust Power Duo Explained
Imagine a world where a single company controls the price of every gallon of gas, every loaf of bread, and every phone in your pocket. That’s the nightmare U.S. antitrust laws like the Sherman Act (1890) and Clayton Act (1914) were designed to prevent.
Evan Howard
Apr 18, 20253 min read


Understanding Purchase Price Allocation in a Purchase Agreement
Purchase price allocation is a foundational process in any business acquisition, with far-reaching implications for financial reporting, tax planning, and negotiation strategy.
Evan Howard
Apr 18, 20255 min read


Business Broker Commission if Transaction Fails; Carolina Business Brokers V. Strickland
Sunbelt sues for commission of failed transaction and loses; eventually.
Evan Howard
Apr 14, 20255 min read


Type C Tax-Free Reorganization: Comprehensive Overview
Allowing one corporation to acquire substantially all the assets of another corporation in exchange for voting stock - tax-free treatment
Evan Howard
Apr 6, 20254 min read


Understanding Type B Tax-Free Reorganizations: Structure, Rules, and Benefits
Type B Tax-Free Reorganization - a stock for stock swap with no tax implications
Evan Howard
Apr 5, 20255 min read


What is a Type A Statutory Tax-Free Merger or Consolidation?
The Type A statutory merger or consolidation is a structured process that empowers companies to strategically attain objectives
Evan Howard
Apr 4, 20258 min read


Types of Corporate Reorganizations and When They are Useful
Learn about the 7 types of corporate reorganizations under IRC Section 368 and when they are useful for tax-deferred treatment.
Evan Howard
Apr 3, 20253 min read


United States v. Articles of Drug (826 F.2d 564): A Landmark Case on FDA Regulation
The case United States v. Articles of Drug, 826 F.2d 564 (7th Cir. 1987), significant legal precedent in the enforcement of the FDCA.
Evan Howard
Mar 25, 20253 min read


Understanding Business Defamation Laws in North Carolina: What Constitutes Defamatory Statements and How to Protect Your Business
Understanding business defamation in North Carolina is essential for all business owners.
Evan Howard
Mar 23, 20254 min read


Unveiling the Unknown: A Brief Overview of the M&A Process
Understanding the M&A process is not just about acquiring a business; it is about strategic growth and vision.
Evan Howard
Mar 23, 20254 min read


The Role of a Term Life Insurance Policy for SBA 7(a) Loans
The role of a term life insurance policy for SBA 7(a) loans is to provide security for the lending institution
Evan Howard
Mar 23, 20253 min read


Understanding the Differences Between a Stock Sale and an Asset Sale
Here we will delve into the specifics of these differences to help understand the implications a stock and asset sale.
Evan Howard
Mar 23, 20254 min read


Demystifying Limited Partnerships in North Carolina: A Guide for Entrepreneurs and Investors
Limited partnerships in North Carolina offer a flexible business structure where there are two types of partners
Evan Howard
Mar 23, 20253 min read
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