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In a recent post (Software Escrow: Opportunities and Risks for Software Providers), we explored the topic of Software Escrow from the provider's perspective. Today, we focus on the customer’s point of view, explaining the risks associated with a Software Escrow Agreement, how customers can protect themselves, and when Software Escrow is truly necessary.

In the modern business world, software solutions form one of the core foundations for many companies. For software providers, it is crucial not only to develop high-quality products but also to meet customer expectations regarding security and continuity. In this context, the concept of Software Escrow becomes important. But what exactly is Software Escrow, and what challenges or risks does it present specifically for software providers?

In financially challenging times, a startup's board must closely monitor liquidity, implement restructuring measures as needed, maintain strong investor communication, and ensure compliance with tax and social security obligations to minimize legal risks.

Liquidation Preferences play a crucial role in start-up investments, as they protect investors from financial losses while also influencing the motivation of the founding team. A balanced relationship between investor security and incentives for management is essential for the long-term success of a company.

Does your company need general terms and conditions and if so, for which business relationships? Or are individual contracts better, or even both? The following article explores these questions.

When founding a limited liability company [Aktiengesellschaft] or increasing the share capital, it is possible to only partially pay-in the nominal value of the registered shares. Owners of such partly paid-up registered shares are seldom aware of the consequences of a partial payment. This article is to point out the legal consequences of such partially paid up shares.