[RWebb]

Did you buy the business? Or did you just buy the storefront or something.

Normally, when you buy the whole business, you have bought not just their assets (goods, stock, etc.) but also their liabilities (i.e. outstanding gift coupons and other debt).

An atty will need to read the entire sales contract and see what is what.

Did you change the name of the store? Legally change it I mean, not just put up a new sign.