Effect of merger or consolidation on pending actions

17-6711. Effect of merger or consolidation on pending actions. Any action or proceeding, whether civil, criminal or administrative, pending by or against any corporation which is a party to a merger or consolidation shall be prosecuted as if such merger or consolidation had not taken place, or the corporation surviving or resulting from such merger or consolidation may be substituted in such action or proceeding. History: L. 1972, ch. 52, § 89; July 1. Source or Prior Law: 17-3708; 8 Del. C. § 261. Cross References to Related Sections: Effect of dissolution on pending actions, see 17-6811. Substitution of receiver as plaintiff in pending actions, see 17-6909. Actions against corporations, directors, officers or stockholders, see chapter 17, article 71. Effect of code on pending actions, see 17-7403.