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2013 Outlook Is Stable for U.S. Finance and Leasing Companies
December 21, 2012
Fitch Ratings forecasts stability in its recently released report <i>2013 Outlook: U.S. Finance and Leasing Companies</i>.
Impact of Private Equity on Franchising
December 21, 2012
As 2013 begins, franchising is being transformed by major investments in franchise systems by private equity funds. <i>FBLA</i> asked leading franchise attorneys how they see private equity affecting the industry, and their responses reflect widespread optimism that these investors are bringing much more than (the widely appreciated) funding that can fuel franchise expansion.
Enforcement of Article 9 Security Interests
December 20, 2012
The last few years have been witness to a huge uptick in the number of Article 9 debtors attacking the procedural and substantive aspects of the recovery and sale of collateral. This trend has generated some new and significant case law, and serves as a reminder to secured creditors of the importance of having a good working knowledge of the law regarding the enforcement of Article 9 security interests
Key Insurance Coverage Considerations in the Wake of Superstorm Sandy
December 11, 2012
Businesses that have suffered losses because of Superstorm Sandy may have substantial financial protection through their insurance policies. This article provides the ABC's of maximizing coverage.
Landlords' Liens and Waivers
November 27, 2012
The landlord's lien may be created either by contract under the terms of the lease or through operation of law, and allows the landlord to levy the property located at the demised premises of a tenant who has failed to pay rent.
Franchisor-Supplier Relationships
November 27, 2012
It appears that many franchisors have no formal long-term or, for that matter, short-term agreements with their suppliers. Is this an unhealthy move by these franchisors?
Unintended Effects of a 'Belts and Suspenders' Approach
November 27, 2012
Commercial landlords should carefully review what their tenants are requesting to be recorded against the landlords' fee interests in their properties, and ensure that such documentation is not so ambiguous or overly broad that it could have unintended consequences.
In the Spotlight: Shopping Center Declarations
November 27, 2012
A commercial tenant contemplating a lease in a shopping center or adjacent outparcel has its work cut out for it in terms of due diligence required.
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- Major Differences In UK, U.S. Copyright LawsThis article highlights how copyright law in the United Kingdom differs from U.S. copyright law, and points out differences that may be crucial to entertainment and media businesses familiar with U.S law that are interested in operating in the United Kingdom or under UK law. The article also briefly addresses contrasts in UK and U.S. trademark law.Read More ›
- The Article 8 Opt InThe Article 8 opt-in election adds an additional layer of complexity to the already labyrinthine rules governing perfection of security interests under the UCC. A lender that is unaware of the nuances created by the opt in (may find its security interest vulnerable to being primed by another party that has taken steps to perfect in a superior manner under the circumstances.Read More ›
- Removing Restrictive Covenants In New YorkIn Rockwell v. Despart, the New York Supreme Court, Third Department, recently revisited a recurring question: When may a landowner seek judicial removal of a covenant restricting use of her land?Read More ›
- Warehouse Liability: Know Before You Stow!As consumers continue to shift purchasing and consumption habits in the aftermath of the pandemic, manufacturers are increasingly reliant on third-party logistics and warehousing to ensure their products timely reach the market.Read More ›