One of the questions in real estate law arising out of the pandemic is what impact the pandemic and related closure orders would have on commercial leases, and in particular a tenant’s obligation to pay rent. Many, if not...more
A recent decision from the Southern District of New York may pave the way for broader excuse of performance in COVID-19 force majeure litigation after finding the pandemic is a “natural disaster” that is beyond the parties’...more
COVID-19 has placed many landlords and tenants between the proverbial rock and hard place. Tenants are trapped among rent, TICAM and other monetary obligations under their leases, as well as public health orders mandating the...more
In these difficult times, we are certain that you are focused on the health and safety of your families and employees. At the same time, we understand you are concerned about the devastating impact that restaurant or...more
Because of Hurricane Harvey, oil and gas production company Gonzales Energy and its owner Paunscho are treading water. Rising hurricane flood waters destroyed his files, water-logged his computers and ruined office equipment...more