Vestar Minority Deal Turns Into Turnaround
Buyouts, March 31, 2008
Minority-stake investments are one good way to deploy money in a credit crunch, but the experience of Vestar Capital Partners in a 2003 deal demonstrates the importance of negotiating the right to take control if things go sour.

Getting Back on the Road
By: Jeffrey McCracken
The Wall Street Journal, January 7, 2008
The importance of union relations in turnarounds is illustrated by Dana’s successful emergence from bankruptcy.

Changes to Claim Objection Rules Go Effective
As a courtesy to our valued friends and clients, we are sharing our analysis of the changes to Rule 3007 of the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure that became effective on December 1, 2007.

Don't Blame the Tool
ERP implementations are always time-consuming, but they can prove less frustrating with a well-conceived process and experienced team.

Brands Today: Popular Not the Same as Powerful
A survey of 5,000 consumers across 11 categories reveals surprising results about which brands are truly delivering for manufacturers, retailers and owners, as well as consumers and gives rise to an all-new tool for measuring brand momentum: The AlixPartners Brand Power Index^SM.

Developments in Litigation Technology
E-discovery technology developments are changing the approach by litigators and regulators in investigations and disclosure requests.