December 18, 2008
FASB Issues Proposed FSP FAS 141(R)-a
On Monday, the FASB released its proposed FASB Staff Position on FAS 141R standards regarding recognition of contingencies acquired or assumed in a business combination – it’s called “FSP FAS 141(R)-a.” As previously blogged, this FSP will to a large extent restore the accounting for litigation contingencies under the prior standard, FAS 141. In particular, it will eliminate the requirement that “non-contractual” contingencies be recorded at fair value if it is more likely than not that a liability has been incurred. The FASB has requested comments on the proposal, which are due January 15th.