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Recent legislative changes impose new requirements for owners of California commercial properties, at least with respect to certain specified types of tenants. Effective Jan. 1, 2025, the Commercial Tenant Protection Act,...more
On September 30, 2024, Governor Newsom signed into law Senate Bill 1103, an unprecedented legislative measure affecting non-residential landlords’ transactions with a broadly defined class of “qualified commercial tenants.”...more
On this episode of “Terra Firma: Conversations on Commercial Real Estate,” Stacey C. Tyler and Stephen Tanico continue their term sheet series, this time focusing on lease deals and the value of attorney review prior to...more
Today on “Terra Firma: Conversations on Commercial Real Estate,” Stacey Tyler invites PACE Loan Group COO Bali Kumar to discuss a specialized loan product known as Property Assessed Clean Energy, or PACE financing, a program...more
Two new laws go into effect on January 1, 2025, which will impact how commercial landlords manage their properties, as well as the timeline for unlawful detainer (eviction) cases....more
Case 1: AP Wireless II (UK) Ltd v On Tower UK Ltd - In a landmark judgment, the Upper Tribunal considers the lease/licence distinction, clarifying exclusive possession, term certain and contractual interpretation in the...more
California law has long treated commercial and residential tenancies differently. Consumer protection-focused regulations enacted to protect residential tenants were legally considered inapplicable to business tenants which...more
On September 9, 2024, Big Lots, Inc. filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the United States Bankruptcy Court in Delaware. At the time, Big Lots had entered into an asset purchase agreement with an affiliate of...more
At the end of each year, many of us ponder whether our current resolutions were achieved and what our resolutions should be for the year to come. Of course, resolutions should be achievable and not simply aspirational. With...more
The lifeblood of any debtor operating in Chapter 11 is access to cash to maintain ongoing operations. This is particularly important in cases involving assisted living and skilled nursing facilities given the health, safety,...more
In our ongoing series of blog posts, we have examined key negotiating points for tenants in triple net health care leases....more
Commercial leases are a critical source of income and financial stability for property owners, but the current evolving economic environment presents many risks. One of the primary concerns is when a tenant falls behind on...more
Falling behind on rent or otherwise defaulting on lease obligations can lead to serious consequences for commercial tenants, including the landlord instituting legal proceedings for eviction and monetary damages. However,...more
Senate Bill 1103 (also known as the Commercial Tenant Protection Act) (SB 1103) introduces substantive changes affecting commercial leasing practices in California. Signed into law by Governor Newsom on September 30, 2024,...more
California Senate Bill 1103 ("SB 1103") takes effect January 1, 2025 and will impact leases, amendments, and other lease modifications with respect to commercial property in California. In an effort to provide additional...more
In the world of commercial leases, a landlord's lien can be a critical tool that provides an additional layer of security for the landlord against tenant defaults. But what exactly does this mean for the landlord, the tenant...more
The US Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania issued a memorandum opinion on November 15, 2024, holding that a real property lease for a skilled nursing, long-term care, and rehabilitation facility should...more
Retail leasing attorneys face particular challenges when it comes to managing environmental liability, in large part because of the misconception that prospective commercial tenants cannot be held legally responsible for...more
Today we’re going to talk about one of the more common ways that a majority owner can rip off minority owners in a closely held business. And that is by causing the company to enter into a lease with an affiliate of the...more
When commercial landlords negotiate leases with prospective tenants, they understandably focus on key commercial terms, such as rental rate and renewal options. While that focus is justified, landlords should never overlook...more
In the world of real estate, it is common to use fair market value (FMV) as a way of describing the value of real estate or rents payable. However, perhaps not often considered is the issue that the term FMV can mean...more
If you have ever had to file suit against a non-paying commercial tenant, you know first‑hand collecting a monetary judgment can be complicated, especially if the tenant is a business entity (e.g., an LLC, corporation, etc.)....more
The cannabis industry in the United States has experienced rapid growth, with an increasing number of states legalizing the use of marijuana for medical and recreational purposes. As of 2023, nearly half of the U.S....more
This article highlights some of the important differences between in-line leases, ground leases, and leases of stand-alone buildings for retail uses. Understanding the complexities of retail leases is essential for both...more