Why does it matter?  I think in terms of the LOC it was important because determining whether Eastern is a shareholder/investor (same thing imo) or a service provider....that it affects how they account for the associated fees attached to the loan.  

For me the elephant in the room is that.....if I am Herr Dart, is it possible that I could see greater value in owning all the patents and everything else rather thanowning shares of RVX.  If RVX is unable to renegotiate or pay the loan back....if they default, then Eastern gets the house.