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Explaining the Procedures, Merits, and Demerits of M&A Used in Company Sales

Explaining the Procedures, Merits, and Demerits of M&A Used in Company Sales

Traditionally, the primary method of investment recovery in venture companies, commonly referred to as EXIT, was through an Initial Public Offering...

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Learning Crisis Management and the Role of Lawyers from Capcom's Information Leak

Learning Crisis Management and the Role of Lawyers from Capcom's Information Leak

The information leak at Capcom in November 2020 (Heisei 32) was caused by a custom-made ransomware, potentially resulting in the exposure of up to ...

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What is the Definition of 'Quasi-Drugs' under the 'Japanese Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Act'? Understanding the Efficacy and Effects that Can Be Expressed in Advertisements

What is the Definition of 'Quasi-Drugs' under the 'Japanese Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Ac.

For manufacturers and retailers such as drugstores dealing with quasi-drugs, conducting checks in accordance with the Japanese Pharmaceutical Affai...

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Explaining the Creation and Verification of Electronic Signatures: What is their Legal Effect?

Explaining the Creation and Verification of Electronic Signatures: What is their Legal Effect?

In online interactions, there is no need for face-to-face communication. Therefore, it is necessary to verify whether the sender and receiver of th...

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Legal Responsibility of Internet Shopping Mall Operators for Trademark Infringement by Vendors

Legal Responsibility of Internet Shopping Mall Operators for Trademark Infringement by Vendors

Even if a dispute arises between the users and the stores of an internet shopping mall (hereinafter referred to as "the mall"), the mall operator i...

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Don't Fail! Understanding the Laws for Successful 'Individual M&A

Don't Fail! Understanding the Laws for Successful 'Individual M&A

Many of you may have heard the term "M&A" (Mergers and Acquisitions). In recent years, there has been an increasing trend in "individual M&...

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Benefits and Procedures of Conducting Business Succession through M&A

Benefits and Procedures of Conducting Business Succession through M&A

In Japan, where small and medium-sized enterprises are prevalent, many business owners are grappling with the issue of business succession. So, wha...

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Understanding the Basics and Procedures of Corporate Acquisitions

Understanding the Basics and Procedures of Corporate Acquisitions

Changes in the business environment, such as advancements in IT technology, digitalization, globalization, and issues of succession, have made M&am...

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What are the Points to Note for Product Labels Claiming Prevention Effects Against the New Coronavirus? Explaining the Japanese 'Act against Unjustifiable Premiums and Misleading Representations

What are the Points to Note for Product Labels Claiming Prevention Effects Against the New Coron.

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, we are seeing an increase in products that claim to prevent the virus. You may have come across health foods, n...

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What Should You Be Aware of When Signing Employment Contracts for the Expanding 'e-Sports' Job Market?

What Should You Be Aware of When Signing Employment Contracts for the Expanding 'e-Sports' Job M.

Since around 2018 (Heisei 30), the e-sports market in Japan has been rapidly expanding. Major corporations are entering the field, and the exciteme...

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What are the Risks of Selling Products without Evidence of Effectiveness? An Explanation of the Japanese 'Act against Unjustifiable Premiums and Misleading Representations' Based on a Case Study of Hair Growth Products

What are the Risks of Selling Products without Evidence of Effectiveness? An Explanation of the .

In September 2021, the Japanese Consumer Affairs Agency imposed a fine of 17.47 million yen on T.S Corporation, the company selling a hair growth p...

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Why Companies Enter the 'eSports' Industry and the Legal Barriers They Face

Why Companies Enter the 'eSports' Industry and the Legal Barriers They Face

The esports industry has seen rapid growth in recent years.In Japan, the popularity of esports is gradually increasing with many tournaments being ...

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What is the Criteria for Validity of Disciplinary Dismissal Based on Personal Emails at Work?

What is the Criteria for Validity of Disciplinary Dismissal Based on Personal Emails at Work?

It is not permissible to dismiss an employee for disciplinary reasons without cause. The basic principle of the law is that appropriate disciplinar...

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Legal Regulations on Advertising and Promotional Activities such as Stealth Marketing in the Food Industry

Legal Regulations on Advertising and Promotional Activities such as Stealth Marketing in the Foo.

In recent years, the internet has rapidly developed and become widespread among people.Consequently, the use of social networking services (SNS) su...

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Key Points in Franchise Agreements that Business Owners Should Know

Key Points in Franchise Agreements that Business Owners Should Know

When we think of franchises, major convenience stores and restaurants often come to mind. However, the franchise system itself can be utilized in a...

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Explaining the Problems with Offering 'Insurance Options' ~ Can They Be Provided Without a License in the Insurance Business? ~

Explaining the Problems with Offering 'Insurance Options' ~ Can They Be Provided Without a Licen.

Many of you may have considered getting insurance during life events such as marriage, home purchase, or the birth of a child. Depending on the eco...

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