Writings by Charles H. Friedrich

Charles H. Friedrich specializes in corporate and commercial law. He has served as New Jersey counsel to national and local corporations and other business entities and has been involved as counsel in a variety of business ventures and transactions.

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Rethinking Annual Shareholders’ Meetings Due to COVID-19

New Jersey Authorizes Completely Virtual Annual Shareholders’ Meetings As the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic forces continued restrictions on travel and large gatherings, corporations are starting to make alternative plans for their annual shareholders’ meetings. Thankfully, regulators are also taking steps to facilitate virtual annual meetings. As discussed in earlier articles, state laws require companies to hold […]

Author: Charles H. Friedrich

March 27, 2020

Regulators Announce New Vertical Merger Rules

The FTC and DOJ’s Antitrust Division recently published draft 2020 Vertical Merger Guidelines The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) Antitrust Division recently published draft 2020 Vertical Merger Guidelines for public comment. According to the agencies, the new guidelines outline their analytical techniques, practices, and enforcement policy for vertical mergers that raise antitrust […]

Author: Ken Hollenbeck

January 20, 2020

Should You Incorporate a Business Outside of NJ?

Delaware is Considered One of the Most Attractive Locations to Incorporate a Business in the United States Due to its Corporate-friendly Laws Deciding where to incorporate a new business is a big decision. When consulting with entrepreneurs and start-ups, we often suggest looking outside the states of New York and New Jersey. The most common […]

Author: Charles H. Friedrich

August 13, 2019

When Should Termination Constitute Shareholder Oppression?

While New Jersey’s Shareholder Oppression Statute is Intended to Protect Minority Shareholders in Closely-Held Corporations, it Cannot be Used to Prevent the Termination of an At-Will Employee. New Jersey’s shareholder oppression statute is intended to protect minority shareholders in closely-held corporations. However, it cannot be used to prevent the termination of an at-will employee subject […]

Author: Charles H. Friedrich

February 4, 2019

New Jersey Merger Checklist for Corporations

A Merger Checklist Can Help Mitigate The Stress & Margin for Error Involved in a Merger or Acquisition in New Jersey Negotiating the terms of a merger or acquisition is often the most time-consuming and complex aspect of the transaction. As a result, businesses often overlook the details, such as verifying that they have satisfied […]

Author: Charles H. Friedrich

December 13, 2017

New Jersey

Key M&A Terms That You Should Know

Speaking the Lingo of Mergers and Acquisitions Mergers and acquisitions can help companies achieve a number of strategic goals, including growth acceleration, improved performance, development of new skills/technology, and elimination of competition. They are also among the most complex business transactions. Before beginning the negotiation process, it is imperative to be well-versed in the merger […]

Author: Charles H. Friedrich

May 22, 2017

Scarinci Hollenbeck

Has Your Business Considered Holding a Virtual Shareholder Meeting?

The Benefits and Risks of a Virtual Shareholder Meeting Everything is moving to the Internet, but should that trend include your company’s annual shareholder meeting? While once met with significant resistance, virtual annual shareholder meetings are becoming more commonplace. Intel, JetBlue Airways, and Charles Schwab are just a few companies that have embraced the virtual […]

Author: Charles H. Friedrich

May 3, 2017

The Future of the Accredited Investor Definition's Impact

What Does The Future Hold For The Definition Of An Accredited Investor? The definition of “accredited investor” may be headed for an overhaul. Acting Chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is the latest to suggest that changes are needed. In a recent speech, Commissioner Michael Piwowar argued that the outdated rule is preventing […]

Author: Charles H. Friedrich

April 3, 2017

Scarinci Hollenbeck

How Could Trump's Executive Orders Affect Your Business?

How Trump Executive Orders May Impact Your Business President Donald Trump has signed a flurry of executive orders and presidential memoranda since taking office last month. Many of the policy changes contemplated by these orders and memoranda, if and to the extent implemented, will impact New York and New Jersey businesses.Below is a brief summary: Affordable […]

Author: Charles H. Friedrich

February 16, 2017

Resurgence of Mergers and Acquisitions in New Jersey

Mergers and Acquisitions Expected to Grow in New Jersey As economic confidence grows, merger and acquisition (M&A) activity is expected to grow in Monmouth County and throughout New Jersey. Nonetheless, joining two companies is not an easy task. Mergers and acquisitions are among the most complex corporate transactions. In addition to the complexity of negotiating […]

Author: Charles H. Friedrich

May 25, 2016

FTC Announces 2016 Thresholds for Premerger Notification Filings

FTC Announces 2016 Thresholds for Premerger Notification Filings The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently announced revised thresholds that determine whether companies are required to notify federal antitrust authorities about a transaction under Section 7A of the Clayton Act. The new thresholds will apply to all transactions closing on or after February 25, 2016. Pursuant to […]

Author: Charles H. Friedrich

March 4, 2016

Executive Order Puts Mandatory Arbitration Provisions Back in the Spotlight

President Barak Obama recently issued an executive order that restricts the use of mandatory arbitration provisions by federal contractors. The move is likely to reignite the debate over the continued use of such provisions in a number of other arenas. Under the Fair Pay and Safe Workplaces Executive Order, companies with federal contracts exceeding $1 […]

Author: Charles H. Friedrich

August 21, 2014

Arbitration

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