
Articles From Brisbane Consulting Group
Why Policy Language is Critical in Business Interruption Claims
Posted by Johnathon Miles on November 21, 2022
When a business seeks to recover damages under a business interruption policy, the language of the policy is critical.
Human Capital: What’s It Worth?
Posted by Douglas Sosnowski on November 07, 2022
In today’s tight labor market, human capital is critical to the success of a business. Although it’s not usually reported on the balance sheet, human capital can be a valuable asset.
ESOP Valuations: How Much is Too Much?
Posted by William P. Allen on October 17, 2022
The U.S. Department of Labor recently suffered a resounding defeat in Walsh v. Bowers.
Divorce Valuation Hinges on Expert Credibility
Posted by Johnathon Miles on October 03, 2022
A recent Nebraska divorce case illustrates how differences in experts’ assumptions can have a dramatic impact on valuations.
Kars 4 Kids Inc. v. America Can! Cars for Kids
Posted by Douglas Sosnowski on September 19, 2022
A recent trademark infringement case involving competing not-for-profit organizations addresses several interesting issues regarding plaintiffs’ remedies and the calculation of damages.
Beware of 3 Common Valuation Pitfalls
Posted by Cameron Rosenecker on September 05, 2022
The presence of an error, misstatement or erroneous deviation from customary business valuation practice in an expert’s report is a risky proposition. It could trigger (or worsen) an IRS inquiry or perhaps lead to an embarrassing courtroom mishap.
IRS Hot Button: Deductible Management Fees vs. Disguised Distributions
Posted by Douglas Sosnowski on August 22, 2022
The U.S. Tax Court recently ruled that management fees a corporation paid to shareholders over a three-year period weren’t deductible; instead, they represented disguised distributions.
Know the Company’s Value Before Meeting with Lenders
Posted by William P. Allen on August 08, 2022
An understanding of a company’s value is critical when applying for new loans to grow the business or renegotiating existing terms to be more favorable.
Harvey v. Harvey - Buy-sell provision Applies to Divorce Valuation
Posted by Johnathon Miles on July 25, 2022
The Fifth District Court of Appeals of California recently addressed the valuation of a closely held business in connection with a divorce.
Delaware Chancery Court Weighs in on Fair Value in Statutory Buyouts
Posted by Benjamin Schuver on July 11, 2022
Reliable market indicators often provide the best evidence of a corporation’s fair value in statutory appraisal rights cases.