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Who's doing what; who's going where.
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Distressed Bank Restructurings
The FDIC's list of nearly 700 "problem" banks reveals that the problem of inadequate bank capitalization and the need for restructuring remains strong.
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Lessors Beware
How can an equipment lessor protect itself against having its equipment "sold out from under it" by a lessee? A discussion of <I>Textainer Equipment Management Limited v. The United States</I> and its implications..
Attachment and Perfection of Security Interests
This article addresses common attachment and perfection problems raised in recent cases, and provides suggestions on how secured parties can avoid these pitfalls.
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Restricting Expressive Activities in CA Shopping Centers
This article provides owners and their counsel with suggested guidelines for the restriction of expressive activities, and illustrates the types of shopping center rules that will more likely be upheld by California courts.
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In the Spotlight: Options to Purchase in Retail Leasing
This article identifies issues to consider when dealing with options to purchase.
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Granting Expansion Options to Tenants
A prudent landlord must consider a number of factors when granting expansion rights to a tenant.
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The FCPA and Personal Jurisdiction over Foreign Nationals Residing Outside The U.S.
When may foreign nationals residing continuously outside the United States be prosecuted on civil FCPA charges by the SEC? Conclusion of last month's article.
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