As COVID-19 continues to spread, recent news has highlighted the risk of “take-home” COVID-19 cases and the potential for “never-ending” liability for businesses. So-called take-home lawsuits are filed by employees’ domestic relatives for diseases or illnesses caused by exposures that allegedly traveled home through the employee.
On Jan. 12, 2022, Reuters reported “at least 23
Healthcare & Life Sciences Private Equity Deal Tracker: One Equity Invests in InfuCare Rx
One Equity Partners (OEP) has announced it has completed a strategic investment of InfuCare Rx
InfuCare Rx, based in Fairfield, N.J., is a national provider of specialty infusion therapies and comprehensive clinical therapy management services to patients with complex conditions. Founded in 2015, the company reports servicing more than 4,000 patients across 43 states.
OEP…
2021 Brought SEC Focus on Crypto Exchanges and Lending Platforms
This past year, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission followed through on its commitment to aggressively enforce securities laws in digital assets markets. As a result, it sharpened its focus on cryptocurrency exchanges and lending products.
Read on for an overview and analysis of SEC activity in cryptocurrency and what to expect in 2022.
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Healthcare & Life Sciences Private Equity Deal Tracker: Nordic Invests in RLDatix
Nordic Capital has made a minority equity investment in RLDatix, according to a news release.
RLDatix, with its U.S. offices in Chicago and Fairfax, Va., is a provider of governance, risk and compliance solutions for healthcare. The company reports more than 5,000 customers in more than 20 countries.
Nordic, with its U.S.…
Elizabeth Holmes of Theranos Found Guilty of Making False Representations to Investors
Elizabeth Holmes, founder of Theranos, was convicted of three counts of wire fraud and one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud. The verdict follows a high-profile, fifteen-week trial in federal court in San Francisco. Holmes was alleged to have defrauded investors, medical professionals, patients, and the public by exaggerating and making false statements about the accuracy of Theranos’s blood-testing technology. The government’s prosecution demonstrates the Department of Justice’s commitment to prosecuting white collar crime, particularly in the tech and healthcare industries.
New Complaint – SEC v. Fusion Hotel Mgmt. LLC, et al.
SEC v. Fusion Hotel Mgmt. LLC, et al. was filed in the Southern District of California on December 14, 2021, claiming violations of the Securities Act of 1933 (“Securities Act”) and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (“Exchange Act”). The complaint alleges: (1) fraud in connection with the purchase or sale of securities in violation of Section 10b of the Exchange Act and Rule 10b-5 thereunder; and (2) fraud in the offer or sale of securities in violation of Section 17(a) of the Securities Act.
The Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) brought this enforcement action against Defendant Denny Bhakta (“Bhakta”) and two entities that he founded and controlled, Defendants Fusion Hotel Management, LLC and Fusion Hospitality Corporation (together “Fusion” and, collectively with Bhakta, “Defendants”).
Healthcare & Life Sciences Private Equity Deal Tracker: WindRose Invests in Terrapin Pharmacy
WindRose Health Investors has announced it has completed the recapitalization of Terrapin Pharmacy.
Terrapin, based in Annapolis, Md., is a specialized pharmacy primarily serving individuals diagnosed with severe and persistent mental illnesses in the Mid-Atlantic region. Founded in 2005, the company states it serves skilled nursing and rehabilitation facilities, assisted living facilities and…
Healthcare & Life Sciences Private Equity Deal Tracker: Thomas H. Lee Invests in Smile Doctors
Thomas H. Lee Partners (THL) has completed a strategic investment in Smile Doctors, according to a news release.
Smile Doctors, based in Georgetown, Texas, is an orthodontics-focused dental support organization. The company reports operating more than 295 locations in 25 states.
THL, based in Boston, is a private equity firm investing in…
New Complaint – Heinen v. iDigrati, LLC, et al.
Heinen v. iDigrati, LLC, et al. was filed in the Superior Court of Gwinnett County, Georgia on December 16, 2021, claiming civil damages for breach of contract and state securities violations in connection with purported investments in promissory notes sold by Defendants.
Plaintiff is an individual who invested $200,000 with Defendant in exchange for a promissory note. Defendants are the investment company, iDigrati, LLC (“iDigrati”) and its two operating individuals, Narendra Patel and Bruce Rowland. Rowland is deceased and is represented by his estate in this action.
Healthcare & Life Sciences Private Equity Deal Tracker: M/C Partners Invests in Edafio Technology
M/C Partners has completed a strategic investment in Edafio Technology Partners, according to media reports.
Edafio, based in North Little Rock, Ark., is a managed services provider. Founded in 1999, the company range of services includes healthcare consulting.
M/C Partners, based in Boston, is a private equity firm that invests in small…