As businesses in the real estate industry grapple with the fallout of the coronavirus pandemic, disputes are on the rise. Understanding your contractual rights early on can help you minimize your litigation risks and exposure and position your business for the best possible outcome if a dispute arises.

Farella’s Real Estate Webinar Series will help you better understand your rights and the steps you can take to mitigate the construction, insurance, and landlord-tenant issues that the pandemic has raised.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1

Construction Disputes and Challenges

Construction continues even with COVID-19-related challenges: workers out due to illness, delivery delays, permit delays, and inefficiencies due to social distancing. Owners, developers, and contractors need to understand their contractual rights. Join this webinar to learn about:

• Claims for delay arising out of COVID-19
• Claims for lost productivity
• Material and equipment cost escalation
• Termination or suspension rights
• Force majeure issues

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2

Insurance Disputes and Challenges

Businesses have filed claims seeking recovery help under their insurance policies due to various governmental closure orders arising from the COVID-19 pandemic. Losses related to COVID-19 come in various forms which makes it difficult to answer the question "am I covered?" Join this webinar to learn about:

• Potential coverages for real estate business losses and liabilities arising out of COVID-19
• Legal developments relevant to lawsuits filed and status of various court rulings – what it all means
• Practical steps to take to preserve your rights

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3

Landlord-Tenant Disputes and Challenges

The laws governing landlord-tenant relationships are complicated. Understanding your rights and legal obligations will help you protect yourself, your rental business, and your investment property. Join this webinar as we discuss:

• Federal, state and local eviction moratoriums, including:
  • CARES Act
  • Governor Newsom’s Executive Orders
  • Judicial Council moratorium
  • San Francisco moratorium
  • AB1436 and SB1410
• Litigation challenging moratoriums
• Tenant bankruptcies

MCLE: 0.75 hours
This has been approved for MCLE credit by the State Bar of California in the amount indicated above. Farella Braun + Martel LLP is a certified provider.