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Heightened ERC Claim Scrutiny Poses M&A Challenges, Other Risks

January 9, 2025
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The Internal Revenue Service’s continuing concern about employee retention credit (ERC) claims has emerged as a significant issue for companies involved in mergers and acquisitions (M&A).

Jesse R. Morton and Joe Kody review the increased ERC scrutiny; examine potential risks in M&A, including enforcement, litigation, transaction, and reputational risk; and detail potential resolution options.

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