Most states have established summary eviction proceedings which, in theory, provide landlords with a more efficient and expedient method of retaking possession than traditional civil litigation.
August 29, 2012John G. Kelly
Variations in the Rule Against Perpetuities ("the Rule") exist as to when and if the Rule applies to preemptive rights, options to purchase and lease renewal options, and the law continues to evolve.
August 29, 2012Donna Hoelscher Suchan and Patrick T. FitzgeraldThis article discusses three unique jurisdictional issues relating to remedies, enforceability, and transferability, and explores the positions asserted by both landlords and tenants.
August 29, 2012Ira FiersteinMore about sentencing in the FCPA Sting trial described in the lead article in this issue.
August 29, 2012ALM Staff | Law Journal Newsletters |Analysis of recent important rulings.
August 29, 2012ALM Staff | Law Journal Newsletters |The importance of due diligence and anti-bribery compliance programs when companies conduct business in countries that historically present a greater risk of corruption.
August 29, 2012Sean Hecker, Aaron M. Tidman and Parveet Singh GandoakThe U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit has become the second court of appeals to reject the government's broad interpretation of the statute defining "proceeds" for purposes of federal forfeiture proceedings.
August 29, 2012Gary SteinThe authors had a front-row seat to the challenges the government faced in the FCPA Sting trials ' they represented a client in the second trial.
August 29, 2012David S. Krakoff and Lauren R. RandellIn a D&O policy, the definition of "Claim" can significantly affect the scope of coverage. Disputes can arise when the insured, whether voluntarily or involuntarily, files for bankruptcy or becomes insolvent.
August 29, 2012Heidi LawsonDebtors occasionally attempt to assert property rights that existed at the time of their bankruptcy filing. When those rights were not fully disclosed in the debtor's schedules, there is a problem.
August 29, 2012Jack L. Smith