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Key Considerations for Outdoor Seating Areas In Commercial Leases
This article was first published in the SBM Real Property Law Section E-Newsletter and was written by Todd A. Schafer One element of the landlord tenant relationship that has evolved in recent years (a [...]
Navigating the New Overtime Rule: What Employers Need to Know
As of July 1, the Department of Labor (DOL) has implemented a new overtime rule, significantly altering the landscape for employers and employees alike. This rule, which increases the minimum salary that employers must pay [...]
Navigating the New Legal Landscape: Implications of the Supreme Court’s Chevron Doctrine Decision
In its recent decision in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo/Relentless, Inc. V. Department of Commerce, the Supreme Court struck down the Chevron doctrine; a seismic shift in the American regulatory landscape. This landmark ruling, which [...]
PFAS Reporting Rule: Navigating the New Landscape of Chemical Compliance
The Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) finalization of the Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) TSCA Section 8(a)(7) reporting rule in accordance with the National Defense Authorization Act of 2020 marks a watershed moment in the regulation [...]
Secure Your Investment: Crafting Effective Commercial Leases
Commercial leases are the foundation of a successful property portfolio. They do not only address rent collection, they also deal with issues that impact the long-term health and profitability of your investment. Effective commercial leases [...]
Structuring Effective Buy-Sell Agreements following the Connelly Est. v. IRS Decision
The recent United States Supreme Court decision in Connelly Est. v. Internal Revenue Service contains significant implications for the structuring of buy-sell agreements and business valuations. This landmark ruling emphasizes the necessity of carefully crafted [...]