In the law of corporations, a merger is effected when one or more corporations becomes a part of, or merges, with another corporation so that one ceases to exist and the other continues to exist. In a merger, the company that continues to exist retains its name and identity and acquires the assets, liabilities, franchises, and powers of the corporation that ceases to exist. Attorneys who practice in mergers and acquisitions (sometimes called M & A) represent corporations and other business entities in strategizing, negotiating, and carrying out transactions in which two or more companies or corporations combine into a single new entity, a merger, or where one business purchases and absorbs the assets of another, an acquisition.
Wardensville is a town in Hardy County, West Virginia, United States. The population was 246 at the 2000 census. Originally named Trout Run, Wardensville was chartered in Virginia in 1832 and incorporated in West Virginia in 1879. It is named for the town's first merchant. It is home to Trout Pond, which is the largest natural lake in West Virginia. Wardensville is known for its abundance of wildlife, which is one reason why people from all over have cabins tucked into Wardensville's beautiful scenic countryside. Wardensville hosts The Fall Festival, a gathering of people from all over the state of West Virginia and areas of Northern Virginia. The Fall Festival usually lasts for 3 days and provides a unique insight into the Appalachian culture and its customs. Wardensville offers a unique recreational experience to anyone who enjoys the outdoors. Among the countless trails, Wardensville also contains J. Allen Hawkins memorial town park; consisting of several baseball fields and covered shelters, perfect for company picnics. The park includes the Red C. Funkhouser honorary swimming pool, placed at the top of a hill, overlooking the rest of the park. In addition to the pool, the surrounding area contains a full length basketball court, two full sized tennis courts and a sand volleyball court.