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In general, commercial real estate loans are non-recourse in nature and the lenders ultimately look to their collateral for the satisfaction of the borrowers' obligations if the loan goes into default. However, lenders typically require guaranties from individuals or entities, making the guarantors personally liable for certain obligations.
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Is an insolvent debtor's pre-bankruptcy termination of a commercial lease a fraudulent transfer? The circuit courts seem to be split, however a close reading of cases in the Third and Seventh Circuits shows that the reasoning of both courts can be reconciled on their facts.
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It appears that at least some form of hybrid work schedules — much more than existed pre-pandemic — are likely here to stay. How these increased trends may impact the office market and demands for office space in the foreseeable future remains to be seen.
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After a slump during the pandemic, U.S. law firm leasing activity hit a record level in 2022, and activity boomed during the first quarter of 2023 with leasing volume higher than in any previously recorded Q1, a new report finds.
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On March 16, 2023, the Court of Appeals decided Casey v. Whitehouse Estates, Inc., the first Court of Appeals ruling to address rent regulation since its landmark decision in Matter of Regina Metro. Co., LLC v. New York State Div. of Hous. & Community Renewal, the Court of Appeals unanimously reversed the First Department's finding that the landlord's purported fraud mandated use of DHCR's so-called default rent formula.
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Sand Mine Enjoys Nonconforming Use Protection Contract Vendee Entitled to Use Variance Despite Knowledge of Ordinance's Provisions
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Strict Liability for Excavation Damage Easement Was Non-Exclusive Purchaser's Claims Barred By Merger Doctrine, Caveat Emptor Purchaser's Claim Based on Inoperative Elevator Dismissed In the Absence of Active Concealment Deed Forgery Claim Survives Motion to Dismiss
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Wrongful Eviction Claim Raises Questions of Fact Yellowstone Injunction Cure Period
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Larger commercial real estate mortgage loans are often originated by a group or "syndicate" of lending institutions that each contribute a portion of the overall loan proceeds and share the benefits and risks. This article describes several significant features of a "syndicated" real estate loan that are not commonly known or understood.
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Litigation frequently involves an attempt by one party to enforce the terms of the buyout provision through specific performance. But that remedy may be less readily available than the parties might assume. This article explores the reasons why, and suggests some drafting considerations.