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Effects of COVID-19 Shutdown on Commercial Real Estate
Much attention has been paid to the devastating effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on income, unemployment and cash flow for businesses. But new research takes an eye opening look at what the shutdown of many businesses may do to the worth of commercial real estate.
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Bit Parts
"Wild America" Trademark Is No Protection Against TV Series' Names
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Regina Metropolitan: What Practitioners Need to Know
The Court's primary holding in Regina is that retroactive application of the Part F amendments would violate the Due Process clause of the U.S. Constitution.
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Real Property Law
Statutory Damages Awarded Against Building Owner Who Whitewashed Artwork Sale Contract Bars Action for Fraudulent Misrepresentation, Concealment, and Inducement Ambiguity In Restrictive Covenant Limits Enforcement Constructive Trust Imposed Based On Alleged Oral Agreement
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Development
Buffer Zone Included In Rezoned Area for Purposes of Town Law's Supermajority Requirement Short-Term Rentals Do Not Qualify As Single-Family Use
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Landlord & Tenant Law
Insurance Failure Precludes Exercise of Purchase Option
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Perspective on Impact of COVID-19 on Entertainment Industry
Leslie José Zigel, Chair of the Entertainment, Media & Technology Group at Greenspoon Marder offers his thoughts on entertainment industry issues arising out of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Counsel Concerns: COVID-19's Impact On Sports Lawyers
While every industry is dealing with massive upheaval as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, few are as visible as sports and entertainment. While many who practice in this area anticipate a slowdown in overall legal work, certain pockets of work are being pushed to the forefront, creating demand for the services these attorneys provide.
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Commercial Lease Requirements During the Pandemic
Can a commercial tenant that is required to be closed during the COVID-19 pandemic be relieved of, or does it have a defense to, the obligation to continue to pay rent? The short answer is possibly yes, but the situation is unprecedented and the answer may have to be determined in litigation.
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