District of Columbia Registration Rights Agreement Agreement between VIA Net.Works, Inc. and certain stockholders

• Category: Corporations - Public - Registration
• State: Multi-State
• Control #: US-EG-9431
• Format: Word; Rich Text

Description

Registration Rights Agreement between VIA Net.Works, Inc. and certain stockholders dated September 29, 1999. 12 pages. The District of Columbia Registration Rights Agreement is a legal document that outlines the rights and obligations of VIA Net. Works, Inc., a corporation based in the District of Columbia, and certain stockholders who hold shares of the company's stock. This agreement grants the stockholders the right to require VIA Net. Works, Inc. to register their shares with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) or other regulatory authorities, enabling the stockholders to freely trade or sell their shares in public markets. The agreement contains various provisions that detail the registration process, timelines, and responsibilities of both parties involved. It identifies the specific shares that are covered by the agreement, the manner in which those shares will be registered, and any limitations or restrictions on the registration process. The agreement also outlines the responsibilities of VIA Net. Works, Inc., including the filing of necessary documentation, payment of registration fees, and the provision of necessary information to the regulatory authorities. The District of Columbia Registration Rights Agreement may include multiple types depending on the circumstances and preferences of the stockholders. Some common variations include: 1. Demand Registration Rights: This type allows the stockholders to request the registration of their shares at any time, compelling VIA Net. Works, Inc. to initiate the registration process promptly. 2. Piggyback Registration Rights: In this type, the stockholders have the option to include their shares for registration when VIA Net. Works, Inc. is already initiating a registration for its own shares or other stockholders' shares. This saves time and resources, as the stockholders can "piggyback" on the existing registration process. 3. Shelf Registration Rights: This type grants the stockholders the ability to register their shares for sale in the public market without immediately selling them. The stockholders can hold onto their registered shares and choose to sell them at a later time when market conditions are more favorable. 4. S-3 Registration Rights: This type specifically refers to registration under the SEC's Form S-3. The S-3 form allows eligible companies to register securities on a short-form, making it quicker and more cost-effective compared to the regular registration process. These District of Columbia Registration Rights Agreements provide protection and flexibility to stockholders, ensuring they have various options to sell or trade their shares in compliance with securities laws. The agreement benefits both the stockholders by facilitating liquidity and VIA Net. Works, Inc. by maintaining positive relationships with its stockholders and potential investors.

The District of Columbia Registration Rights Agreement is a legal document that outlines the rights and obligations of VIA Net. Works, Inc., a corporation based in the District of Columbia, and certain stockholders who hold shares of the company's stock. This agreement grants the stockholders the right to require VIA Net. Works, Inc. to register their shares with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) or other regulatory authorities, enabling the stockholders to freely trade or sell their shares in public markets. The agreement contains various provisions that detail the registration process, timelines, and responsibilities of both parties involved. It identifies the specific shares that are covered by the agreement, the manner in which those shares will be registered, and any limitations or restrictions on the registration process. The agreement also outlines the responsibilities of VIA Net. Works, Inc., including the filing of necessary documentation, payment of registration fees, and the provision of necessary information to the regulatory authorities. The District of Columbia Registration Rights Agreement may include multiple types depending on the circumstances and preferences of the stockholders. Some common variations include: 1. Demand Registration Rights: This type allows the stockholders to request the registration of their shares at any time, compelling VIA Net. Works, Inc. to initiate the registration process promptly. 2. Piggyback Registration Rights: In this type, the stockholders have the option to include their shares for registration when VIA Net. Works, Inc. is already initiating a registration for its own shares or other stockholders' shares. This saves time and resources, as the stockholders can "piggyback" on the existing registration process. 3. Shelf Registration Rights: This type grants the stockholders the ability to register their shares for sale in the public market without immediately selling them. The stockholders can hold onto their registered shares and choose to sell them at a later time when market conditions are more favorable. 4. S-3 Registration Rights: This type specifically refers to registration under the SEC's Form S-3. The S-3 form allows eligible companies to register securities on a short-form, making it quicker and more cost-effective compared to the regular registration process. These District of Columbia Registration Rights Agreements provide protection and flexibility to stockholders, ensuring they have various options to sell or trade their shares in compliance with securities laws. The agreement benefits both the stockholders by facilitating liquidity and VIA Net. Works, Inc. by maintaining positive relationships with its stockholders and potential investors.