What should my company know about open source compliance?
What is open source software (OSS)? Open source software is code that’s made publicly available and can be used, modified, and distributed by anyone. It’s historically been a powerful resource for tech startups, enabling faster software development and innovation without the need to code everything from scratch. However, each OSS library comes with a license […]
What are common pitfalls when negotiating a joint development agreement?
Why do joint development agreements come up? Startups often encounter joint development agreements (JDAs) when a key customer or strategic partner wants to collaborate on building something new — like a custom version of the startup’s product or a new feature set tailored to key customer’s needs. These joint development arrangements can also arise in […]
Foley Represents Mayville Engineering Company in Acquisition of Accu-Fab

Foley & Lardner LLP represented Mayville Engineering Company (MEC), a provider of design, prototyping, and manufacturing solutions, in its definitive agreement to acquire Accu-Fab, LLC (Accu-Fab) from Tide Rock for $140.5 million. The transaction is expected to close in the third quarter of 2025, subject to customary closing conditions. Accu-Fab is a vertically integrated contract […]