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What is the purpose of 'representations and warranties' in a Share Purchase Agreement?

  • To transfer ownership of the shares from seller to buyer.
  • To allocate risks by making the seller liable for undisclosed events. (correct)
  • To provide a right for consumers to return goods bought online.
  • To educate buyers about the competitors' products.
  • What problem do 'representations and warranties' aim to solve in a Share Purchase Agreement?

  • Hidden defects in the products being sold.
  • Fraudulent misrepresentation by buyers.
  • Non-disclosure of material information by the seller.
  • Information asymmetries regarding the company's hidden liabilities. (correct)
  • In a Share Purchase Agreement, what is the function of 'representations and warranties' concerning unknown liabilities?

  • To transfer ownership of the shares.
  • To educate consumers about flawed products.
  • To restrict competition through cartels.
  • To hold the seller responsible unless certain events are disclosed. (correct)
  • What aspect of the Share Purchase Agreement makes it a heavily negotiated document?

    <p>The clauses related to hidden defects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do clauses like 'representations and warranties' play in many other contracts besides Share Purchase Agreements?

    <p>To allocate risks between parties concerning undisclosed events.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are 'representations and warranties' essential in contracts like Share Purchase Agreements?

    <p>To mitigate information asymmetries regarding hidden company liabilities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between liquidated damages and penalty clauses?

    <p>Liquidated damages are a specific amount of money in case of breach, while penalty clauses exceed the actual harm caused by the breach.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstances can penalty clauses be reduced in Belgium?

    <p>If the clause is manifestly unreasonable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are penalty clauses often prohibited or unenforceable in contracts?

    <p>Because they do not cover the actual harm caused by the breach.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In contract law, what is the purpose of liquidated damages?

    <p>To compensate the promisee with an exact sum in case of breach.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which legal principle supports the use of liquidated damages in contracts?

    <p>Article 5.87 Belgian Civil Code</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of contracts according to the text?

    <p>Translate bargains into legal agreements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does contract law help reduce transaction costs?

    <p>By providing default rules for bargaining</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In contract law, what do representations and warranties typically relate to?

    <p>Interpreting promises made by parties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does an earnout provision in a contract usually refer to?

    <p>Future conditional payments based on performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When considering a locked box mechanism, what aspect of a transaction is typically fixed?

    <p>Valuation of the business at a specific date</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of agreement is primarily used in the acquisition of shares in a company?

    <p>Share purchase agreement</p> Signup and view all the answers

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