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Real Estate Law Blog

Includes news, cases and commentary on real estate and property law in New York and nationwide. By Newman Ferrara LLP.

http://www.nyrealestatelawblog.com/

Sep 20
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Sep 20
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WHAT YOU WON'T GET AT SPAGHETTI WORKS ....

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Sep 20
HOW ABOUT SOME SPAGHETTI & SWEET BALLS

HOW ABOUT SOME SPAGHETTI & SWEET BALLS

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Covers practice tips and new legal developments of particular interest to California legal professionals. The CEB blog covers a wide range of practice areas from estate planning to civil litigation, along with posts relating to the practice of law generally.

http://blog.ceb.com

Sep 20
How Tenants Can Get Remedies for Habitability Violations and Nuisance

How Tenants Can Get Remedies for Habitability Violations and Nuisance

When a landlord severely neglects maintenance issues or another tenant’s behavior causes a nuisance, California law gives tenants several ways to get relief. Tenants dealing with habitability violations or nuisances can bring an…
Sep 18
Checklist: What to Do If Summary Judgment Is Denied

Checklist: What to Do If Summary Judgment Is Denied

You moved for summary judgment but your motion was denied. Here’s a checklist of four things to ask yourself. __ 1. Are there any new or different facts, circumstances, or law that couldn’t have been presented…
Sep 15
Don’t Let Your Ethical Duties Get Lost in the Cloud

Don’t Let Your Ethical Duties Get Lost in the Cloud

The following is a guest blog post by Perry L. Segal, an attorney and management consultant at Charon Law, Redwood City. Mr. Segal has over 25 years of combined experience in law and technology. He is co-chair of the California Council of…

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Land Use Prof Blog

Edited by Professors Matthew J. Festa, James J. Kelly, Jr., Stephen R. Miller, Jessica Owley and Kenneth A. Stahl.

http://lawprofessors.typepad.com/land_use/

Sep 19
John Marshall Law Conference: Sept. 28: Murr v. Wisconsin Produces Murky Results in Regulatory Takings Law

John Marshall Law Conference: Sept. 28: Murr v. Wisconsin Produces Murky Results in Regulatory Takings Law

Thursday, September 28, 2017 8:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Register Online CLE Credit: 3 Hours (pending) This event is free to attend; however, registration is required. Co-presented by the Real Estate Law Students Group What does the recent U.S.…
Sep 18
John R. Nolon on Contemporary Issues in Teaching Land Use: Question 4: Teaching about the Comprehensive Land Use Plan

John R. Nolon on Contemporary Issues in Teaching Land Use: Question 4: Teaching about the Comprehensive Land Use Plan

While updating the recently released ninth edition to the casebook Land Use and Sustainable Development Law, the four co-authors engaged in numerous spirited discussions about teaching land use. We wanted to open this discussion to others to…
Sep 13
Rachelle Alterman: Planners' Beacon, Compass and Scale: Linking Planning Theory, Implementation Analysis and Planning Law

Rachelle Alterman: Planners' Beacon, Compass and Scale: Linking Planning Theory, Implementation Analysis and Planning Law

Rachelle Alterman (Technion - Israel Inst. of Tech) has recently published a book chapter entitled "Planners' Beacon, Compass and Scale: Linking Planning Theory, Implementation Analysis and Planning Law," which is included in the…

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The Landlord Law Blog

Covers residential landlord and tenant law in the UK.

http://landlordlaw.blogspot.com/

Sep 19
Should law and justice be free? Part 4: Lawyers fee

Should law and justice be free? Part 4: Lawyers fee

It is an axiom that everyone hates lawyers. Why is this? They are a smug lot, and often give the impression they think they are better than everyone else They are constantly using words and jargon that no-one else can understand. But most of…
Sep 19
The Housing Law Casebook 7th edition by Nic Madge and Sam Madge-Wyld

The Housing Law Casebook 7th edition by Nic Madge and Sam Madge-Wyld

In my series on Law and Justice and elsewhere on this blog I talk about the complexity of our law and how hard it is for non-lawyers to understand it or know where to find it. This is particularly the case with our common law which is based…
Sep 17
What are a tenants rights when the letting agent has lied to them about their property?

What are a tenants rights when the letting agent has lied to them about their property?

This is a question to the blog clinic from Claire who is a tenant. Noise and more noise. I moved into a flat four months ago which I was assured had no issues with noise or neighbours and feel I have been tricked into a 12 months lease.…

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PropertyProf Blog

Edited by Stephen Clowney and Tanya D. Marsh.

http://lawprofessors.typepad.com/property/

Sep 19
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: WASHBURN UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: WASHBURN UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW

Aspiring deans: in light of the rise of our near and dear property prof friends Ben Barros (Toledo) and Hari Osofsky (Penn State) to decanal glory, see the following announcement from Washburn (via Andrea Boyack): POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT –…
Sep 15
Conference at John Marshall on Murr

Conference at John Marshall on Murr

On Thursday, September 28, the John Marshall Law School Center for Real Estate Law will be hosting a a conference on the recent U.S. Supreme Court takings case, Murr v. Wisconsin. The panel will include practitioners and members of…
Sep 14
Save the Date: ALPS 2018 in Maastricht

Save the Date: ALPS 2018 in Maastricht

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Affordable Housing Institute:…

Affordable Housing Institute: United States

Covers affordable housing and sustainable housing ecosystems. By David Smith.

http://affordablehousinginstitute.org/blogs/us/

Sep 11
Half a century of housing policy failure: Part 2, “Can’t even think of having children”

Half a century of housing policy failure: Part 2, “Can’t even think of having children”

By: David A. Smith [Continued from the preceding Part 1.] As we saw in Part 1 of what will be a lengthy post, the Golden State of California has spent the last half century killing one of the job-creating, money-laying…
Sep 8
Half a century of housing policy failure: Part 1, “Allowed to say we’re full”

Half a century of housing policy failure: Part 1, “Allowed to say we’re full”

By: David A. Smith Increasingly taking leave of the rest of the nation Over the last half century, no state has done as bad a job at housing policy as has the Golden State of California – quite an accolade when you…
Sep 5
The technology of urban verticality: Part 12, Broadband wi-fi

The technology of urban verticality: Part 12, Broadband wi-fi

By: David A. Smith [Continued from the preceding Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4, Part 5, Part 6, Part 7, Part 8, Part 9, Part 10, and Part 11.] 12. Broadband wi-fi (1997, Vic Hayes)…

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Tristan's Landlord-Tenant Law Blog

Discusses various aspects of landlord-tenant law and comments on various court decisions within the areas of real estate and property law. By Tristan Pettit.

http://petriepettit.com/blog/landlord-tenant

Sep 11
Less Than 1 Month Left Until Landlord Boot Camp on October 7, 2017

Less Than 1 Month Left Until Landlord Boot Camp on October 7, 2017

Hello Everyone – There is less than 1 month left until the next Landlord Boot Camp which is scheduled for October 7, 2017. I hope to see many of you there. One new topic that we will be addressing is e-filing your evictions and…
Aug 14
Landlords Should Create and Implement A Reasonable Accommodation Request Proce

Landlords Should Create and Implement A Reasonable Accommodation Request Proce

With more and more tenants making reasonable accommodation requests to keep assistance animals in their apartments, it is important for landlords to create a policy and process to handle such requests when they arise. As background, a…
Jul 13
Milwaukee County Board Considering Ordinance on Rent Abatment

Milwaukee County Board Considering Ordinance on Rent Abatment

An important message for the Apartment Association of Southeastern Wisconsin: The Milwaukee County Board is considering a proposal that would permit your tenants to abate rent for maintenance issues not addressed within 24 hours.For example,…

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Mandelman Matters

Covers the foreclosure crisis. By Martin Andelman.

http://mandelman.ml-implode.com

Sep 6
I Have a Good Friend That I Don’t Agree With, Should I Hate Him?

I Have a Good Friend That I Don’t Agree With, Should I Hate Him?

Think however you want to think about things. If we’re friends, I might tell you that you’re wrong, but you don’t have to adopt my view. I won't hate you for it.
Sep 6
The Legend of Trump the Outsider and the Same Old Ugly Politic

The Legend of Trump the Outsider and the Same Old Ugly Politic

The legend of “Trump the Outsider” provides comfort to his supporters who believe that his outsider status will be more beneficial to this country than his inexperience will harm it.
Sep 4
Student loans missing chain of title paperwork being wiped out by court

Student loans missing chain of title paperwork being wiped out by court

Student loans are another in a long line of predatory lending, securitization scams, but this time judges are dismissing suits in which creditors can't prove ownership of the loan.

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Ontario Condo Law Blog

Covers recent trends, court decisions, and condo-related news. By Gardiner Miller Arnold LLP.

http://www.ontariocondolaw.com/

May 11
Lien registration is lawyers’ work

Lien registration is lawyers’ work

A recent small claims court decision signals the end of condo management firms preparing, registering and discharging condominium liens in-house. Page v. Maple Ridge Community Management Ltd., 2017 CanLII 21772 began when a unit…
Apr 8
Accommodating disabilities: What medical evidence is required?

Accommodating disabilities: What medical evidence is required?

It is well known that condominiums owe a duty to accommodate persons with disabilities. It is less clear, however, what constitutes adequate proof of a disability. Ambiguous medical notes containing no meaningful details are often the…
Jan 11
Top 10 condo law cases of 2016

Top 10 condo law cases of 2016

Happy 2017! Here’s our recap of some of the most notable condo law cases from the year gone by. #10 – Cheung v. York Region CC 759, 2016 ONSC 4236 Many condominiums have insufficient parking for occupants and guests, requiring the…

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New Jersey Eminent Domain Law Blog

This blog is dedicated to informing the general public, as well as attorneys and real estate professionals, about current condemnation and redevelopment procedures and their impact on private property. Published by William J. Ward of Carlin Ward.

http://www.njeminentdomain.com/

Jun 10
Eminent Domain and the Underwater Mortgage

Eminent Domain and the Underwater Mortgage

A number of cities in New Jersey, including Irvington and Newark, are considering using the power of eminent domain to aid homeowners whose mortgages are underwater. A mortgage is underwater when its unpaid balance is greater than the…
Jan 14
If this isn't inverse condemnation, what is?

If this isn't inverse condemnation, what is?

In 100 Paterson Realty LLC v. Hoboken, the Appellate Division addressed the standard for determining whether an inverse condemnation has taken place: whether the threat of condemnation has had such a substantial effect as to destroy all…
Oct 24
NJ beachfront owners hold out for eminent domain

NJ beachfront owners hold out for eminent domain

One year after Hurricane Sandy made landfall in New Jersey on October 29, 2013, demands by public officials for the voluntary surrender of property are strident. Local mayors and the governor seek the conveyance of beachfront easements…

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Texas Attorney Blog

Covers construction law, development, mechanic's liens, mortgage lending, premises liability, real estate law & news, rural water utilities, and Texas Supreme Court Updates. By Aimee Hess.

http://www.texasattorneyblog.com/

Sep 15
DNA Used to Predict Oil and Gas Deposit

DNA Used to Predict Oil and Gas Deposit

A company known as Biodentify, based in the Netherlands, announced that it can help predict oil and gas deposits based on DNA in the soil just a foot beneath the surface! Specifically, the company claims that by analyzing the microbiological…
Sep 8
The United States Continues to Lead in Oil and Gas Production

The United States Continues to Lead in Oil and Gas Production

Interesting to realize that United States has overtaken Saudi Arabia and Russia to become the world’s largest oil and gas producer and continues to lead in production. On April 7, 2016, the U.S. Energy Information Administration…
Sep 1
Volunteer Efforts Help Texas Battle Hurricane Harvey

Volunteer Efforts Help Texas Battle Hurricane Harvey

No question about it: Hurricane Harvey and its aftermath have been horrible. It will be a very long time before things return to anything like “normal” for a lot of people. One of the few things that bring a smile these days is…

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Fair Housing Defense

By Fox Rothschild LLP.

http://fairhousing.foxrothschild.com/

Sep 15
DOJ Settles Familial Status Fair Housing Act Case for $95,000

DOJ Settles Familial Status Fair Housing Act Case for $95,000

Last week, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that it settled yet another Fair Housing Act (FHA) case, this time for a total of $95,000. In a case from Washington state, the owners/managers of three apartment buildings…
Sep 7
Severe Weather and Apartment Management

Severe Weather and Apartment Management

Severe weather hit Texas a couple of weeks ago. And a new storm system is turning toward Florida as I write this post. Real life and real serious. While safety of our residents and employees remains paramount, it is a best professional…
Aug 29
Fair Housing Act Advertising Checklist

Fair Housing Act Advertising Checklist

As an apartment management staff member, please know that advertising is absolutely a part of our Fair Housing Act (FHA) compliance efforts. Indeed, the FHA specifically has a section which confirms that it is against the law to…

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Real Estate and Construction Law…

Real Estate and Construction Law Blog

Up-to-date information on real estate, construction, environmental, and land use law. By Sheppard Mullin.

http://www.realestatelanduseandenvironmentallaw.com/

Sep 5
Ninth Circuit Vacates Condition Registration for Nanosilver-containing Pesticide Due to Lack of Evidence that its Use is in The Public Interest

Ninth Circuit Vacates Condition Registration for Nanosilver-containing Pesticide Due to Lack of Evidence that its Use is in The Public Interest

Natural Resources Defense Council v. E.P.A., __ F.3d ___, 2017 WL 2324714 (9th Cir. May 30, 2017). The Ninth Circuit Court has vacated the conditional registration of the pesticide NSPWL30SS (“NSPW”)—an antimicrobial…
Sep 5
Ninth Circuit Affirms Forest Service’s Authority to “Choose Jobs Over Wolves”

Ninth Circuit Affirms Forest Service’s Authority to “Choose Jobs Over Wolves”

In re Big Thorne Project and 2008 Tongass Forest Plan, __ F.3d __, 2017 WL 2233755 (9th Cir. May 23, 2017). Plaintiffs, environmental conservation and activist organizations, brought suit against the U.S. Forest Service and Department of…
Sep 5
Oklahoma Court Dismisses Fracking Earthquake Case Due to Court’s Lack of Scientific Expertise

Oklahoma Court Dismisses Fracking Earthquake Case Due to Court’s Lack of Scientific Expertise

Sierra Club v. Chesapeake Operating LLC et al., __ F. Supp. 3d ___, 2017 WL 1287546 (W.D. Okla. 2017). The Sierra Club filed a citizen suit under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (“RCRA”) against Chesapeake Operating…

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Virginia Real Estate, Land Use…

Virginia Real Estate, Land Use & Construction Law

Covers Virginia real estate, land use, and construction law issues, such as green building and LEED. By Bean Kinney & Korman.

https://www.beankinney.com/virginia-employment-law-journal

Jul 24
New I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form Announced by USCIS

New I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form Announced by USCIS

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (“USCIS”) announced on July 17, 2017 that it has released a newly revised Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. Federal law requires all employers to complete a Form…
Jul 10
New Minimum Wage Increases for the District of Columbia and Montgomery County

New Minimum Wage Increases for the District of Columbia and Montgomery County

For employers in the District of Columbia and Montgomery County, Maryland, the cost of doing business just got more expensive. Effective July 1, 2017, the hourly minimum wage rate in the District of Columbia increased a dollar to…
Jun 30
What to Consider When Engaging Foreign Independent Contractor

What to Consider When Engaging Foreign Independent Contractor

In today’s global economy, it has become increasingly common for companies based in the United States to engage workers who live abroad for various purposes. U.S. companies often classify these workers as “independent…

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Andersen, Tate & Carr, P.C.

Focuses on advice for small businesses and community associations.

http://andersentatecarr.wordpress.com

Dec 22
Employee Non-Competes and Other Restrictive Covenants in Georgia

Employee Non-Competes and Other Restrictive Covenants in Georgia

It used to be that Georgia took a dim view of employee non-competes, and courts happily threw them out for technical drafting issues the vast majority of the time. This regime, which persisted up until May of 2011, is now wistfully…
Nov 9
Are you ready for December 1?

Are you ready for December 1?

It’s no secret, by now, that December 1 will usher in the application of the “Final Rule” – the increase of the minimum salary payable to “exempt” employees from $455 per week to $913 per week. In addition…
Oct 31
What you need to know about your Georgia DUI

What you need to know about your Georgia DUI

What you need to know about your Georgia DUI by Patrick McDonough. Driving under the influence of alcohol is an offense that the State of Georgia does not take lightly. Although DUIs are typically considered misdemeanors, there can be…

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Iowa Law Blog

Covers business, employment, trust & estates family, real estate, regulatory compliance and utility law. By Sullivan & Ward, PC.

http://www.iowa-lawblog.com/

Apr 14
The Implementation of Electronic Filing in the Court

The Implementation of Electronic Filing in the Court

In this day of technology, it is no surprise that the court systems are moving to using an Electronic Document Management System (EDMS for short) for parties to file documents with the Court, without even setting foot in the Courthouse. The…
Apr 14
Service by Facebook?

Service by Facebook?

A New York judge recently entered an Order allowing a woman to serve her husband divorce papers via Facebook. In Iowa, generally, a competent adult must accept service or be served in-person in order accomplish proper…
Mar 19
Interactive Process in Action

Interactive Process in Action

If you’re not sure what the interactive process is supposed to look like under the ADA, peruse the facts of the 8th Circuit’s decision in Minnihan v. Mediacom. I’m also going to summarize the facts below, but if you…

Rank this Week: 447

Florida HOA Lawyer Blog

By Siegfried, Rivera, Hyman, Lerner, De La Torre, Mars & Sobel, P.A.

http://www.floridahoalawyerblog.com/

Sep 20
When Residents Break Rule

When Residents Break Rule

All too often, we are asked by boards of directors and property managers what steps can be taken to prevent residents from continuing to break rules in their communities. Seldom, however, do we hear community associations that are active and…
Sep 18
Post-Irma Impacts on Association Annual Meetings and Election

Post-Irma Impacts on Association Annual Meetings and Election

While recovery from property damage and power outages may take precedence in the hours and days following a hurricane, it is also important to consider—and to take swift action to recover from— not-so-apparent implications of a…
Sep 15
Helpful Tips to Consider When Filing an Insurance Claim

Helpful Tips to Consider When Filing an Insurance Claim

We hope that you and your loved ones are safe after the storm with little to no damage to your property. Our thoughts remain with those whose homes and loved ones were impacted by Hurricane Irma. As local, state and federal…

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Abbott & Kindermann Land Use Law…

Abbott & Kindermann Land Use Law Blog

Covers land use, environmental, and real estate law in California.

http://blog.aklandlaw.com/

Sep 19
*** REGISTER NOW! (Limited Seating) *** “THE MOST PROLONGED, PETTY, AND DOWNRIGHT NASTY OF ALL LITIGATION:” Abbott & Kindermann’s Update On Easements, Boundary Disputes, And Implied Public Dedication

*** REGISTER NOW! (Limited Seating) *** “THE MOST PROLONGED, PETTY, AND DOWNRIGHT NASTY OF ALL LITIGATION:” Abbott & Kindermann’s Update On Easements, Boundary Disputes, And Implied Public Dedication

Glen C. Hansen of Abbott & Kindermann, Inc., will present an update on recent developments in resolving easement, boundary, and implied public dedication disputes in California. This is an advanced class aimed primarily at land surveyors,…
Sep 13
** REGISTER NOW! (Seating Is Limited) ** “THE MOST PROLONGED, PETTY, AND DOWNRIGHT NASTY OF ALL LITIGATION:” Abbott & Kindermann’s Update On Easements, Boundary Disputes, And Implied Public Dedication

** REGISTER NOW! (Seating Is Limited) ** “THE MOST PROLONGED, PETTY, AND DOWNRIGHT NASTY OF ALL LITIGATION:” Abbott & Kindermann’s Update On Easements, Boundary Disputes, And Implied Public Dedication

Glen C. Hansen of Abbott & Kindermann, Inc., will present an update on recent developments in resolving easement, boundary, and implied public dedication disputes in California. This is an advanced class aimed primarily at land surveyors,…
Sep 13
A Cautionary Tale About Development Agreements: The Panoche Valley Utility-Scale Solar Project

A Cautionary Tale About Development Agreements: The Panoche Valley Utility-Scale Solar Project

PRIVATE LAND USE SETTLEMENTS: The potential fallout when a private side settlement agreement fails to settle your legal woes. In 2010, the County of San Benito granted a conditional use permit for a solar project to the Panoche Valley Solar,…

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Hotel Law Blog

Covers condo hotels, finance, land use, management agreements, and outlooks and trends. By Jim Butler of Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell LLP.

http://hotellaw.jmbm.com/

Sep 18
Hotel Lawyer: Tax Alert for Partnerships and LLC

Hotel Lawyer: Tax Alert for Partnerships and LLC

19 September 2017 As of January 1, 2018 owners of General Partnerships, Limited Partnerships or multi-member Limited Liability Companies may soon find themselves economically liable for the unpaid tax of former partners/members of those…
Sep 18
Hotel Lawyers at The Lodging Conference 2017: EB-5, Mixed-Use Development and Deal Making

Hotel Lawyers at The Lodging Conference 2017: EB-5, Mixed-Use Development and Deal Making

17 September 2017 EB-5, Mixed-Use Development and Deal Making: See you at the 2017 Lodging Conference The Lodging Conference is taking place at the Arizona Biltmore in Phoenix, October 30-November 2, 2017, and hotel lawyers from JMBM’s…
Sep 7
EB-5 Finance Lawyer: President’s Trump’s budget deal includes extension of EB-5 through 12-8-17

EB-5 Finance Lawyer: President’s Trump’s budget deal includes extension of EB-5 through 12-8-17

07 September 2017 Click here for the latest articles on EB-5 Financing. President Trump’s budget deal with Congress includes extension of EB-5 through December 8, 2017 In a message to members of the Public Policy Committee today,…

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nearlylegal

Covers housing law, legal aid and other topics.

http://nearlylegal.co.uk/blog

Sep 18
An uncaring indifference to wrong and right

An uncaring indifference to wrong and right

Behind every homelessness statistic sits a story – or, more accurately – 88410* stories. Stories of people fleeing violence or abusive relationships. Stories of people struggling with ill-health and addictions. Stories of care…
Aug 29
We’re on a break

We’re on a break

You may have noticed a lack of posts, despite cases awaiting writing up like the relief of Ealing, or the 18 month rule in s.20B also applying to ‘on account’ service charge demands, or legal costs on relief from forfeiture. But…
Aug 24
Research project to identify and expose the legal gaps exposed by the Grenfell fire

Research project to identify and expose the legal gaps exposed by the Grenfell fire

The University of Bristol has been awarded a grant by Shelter to conduct a research project to identify and expose the legal gaps exposed by the Grenfell fire. This research project will use a survey method to address three objectives: To set…

Rank this Week: 1040

inversecondemnation.com

Recent developments and commentary on regulatory takings, eminent domain, inverse condemnation, property rights, and land use law. By Robert H. Thomas of Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert.

http://www.inversecondemnation.com/inversecondemnation/

Sep 16
"This Was Not Written For Chiefs!"

"This Was Not Written For Chiefs!"

Yeah, its Sunday, but it is also Constitution Day (or should we say Khaaaaan-stitution Day?), so you know what that means: the annual reading of the Preamble by One Named Kirk. He might be from Iowa, but that guy who plays him is from north…
Sep 14
New Cert Petition: Is It Just Compensation To Be Paid In Space Bucks?

New Cert Petition: Is It Just Compensation To Be Paid In Space Bucks?

Here's a recently-filed cert petition involving property in the Florida Keys. The city allegedly downzoned the property to virtual worthlessness, but the lower courts concluded that it was not a Lucas take because the owners could still camp…
Sep 7
Flooding And Inverse Condemnation Link

Flooding And Inverse Condemnation Link

For obvious reasons, much of our recent traffic has come to the blog looking for information or cases about inverse condemnation and flooding. So instead of having you chase down links through a search engine or our Search page, here are some…

Rank this Week: 600

Florida Business Lawyers Blog

Covers business, immigration and real estate law. By Stok Folk + Kon, P.A.

http://www.floridabusinesslawyersblog.com/

Sep 15
Fraudulent Inducement and Commercial Contract Litigation in Florida

Fraudulent Inducement and Commercial Contract Litigation in Florida

If you find yourself in need of pursuing a civil lawsuit based upon the false statements someone made to persuade you to sign a contract, it is important that you take the proper preparations necessary to build your case. This includes…
Sep 8
Uncertainty Surrounding the Identity of the Correct Landlord Allows St. Petersburg Tenant to Avoid Summary Judgment

Uncertainty Surrounding the Identity of the Correct Landlord Allows St. Petersburg Tenant to Avoid Summary Judgment

A classic comedy bit from the first half of the 20th century involved Abbott and Costello and a baseball game. While “Who’s on First” may be good for a laugh, it also points to a basic truth – which is the importance…
Sep 1
How to Contest Jurisdiction in a Commercial Litigation Case in Florida

How to Contest Jurisdiction in a Commercial Litigation Case in Florida

In some cases, the preferred outcome is a victory on the merits of the dispute. In other situations, though, the best outcome is to avoid adjudication on the merits of the case entirely, if that adjudication would take place in some remote…

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Accessibility Defense

Covers the defense of accessibility claims under the ADA and FHA. By Richard Hunt.

http://accessdefense.com

Sep 11
Dialing for Dollars – Ninth Circuit encourages abusive ADA litigation

Dialing for Dollars – Ninth Circuit encourages abusive ADA litigation

In Civil Rights Education and Enforcement Center v. Hospitality Properties Trust, 2017 WL 3401319 (9th Circuit, August 9, 2017) the Ninth Circuit decided once again to make abusive serial ADA litigation as easy as possible, ignoring both the…
Sep 7
ADA and the internet – you can be tagged for what your vendors do wrong.

ADA and the internet – you can be tagged for what your vendors do wrong.

Near the end of the decision in Gil v. Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc., 2017 WL 2547242, at *3 (S.D. Fla. June 12, 2017) the trial court includes in its injunctive relief a requirement that Winn-Dixie “require any third party…
Aug 27
Common sense and the ADA – A breath of fresh air from California

Common sense and the ADA – A breath of fresh air from California

Strong v. Johnson et al, 2017 WL 3537746 (S.D. Cal. Aug. 27, 2017) probably won’t go down in history as a landmark ADA decision, but shows a sometimes uncommon level of common sense about the difference between technical ADA…

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the wasserblawg

Provides Chicago residential real estate information for buyers and sellers. By Michael H. Wasserman.

http://wasserblawg.blogspot.com/

Sep 7
THE EQUIFAX DATA BREACH AND YOU - 6 STEPS TO TAKE NOW

THE EQUIFAX DATA BREACH AND YOU - 6 STEPS TO TAKE NOW

IDENTITY THEIVES HAVE HIT A MAJOR CREDIT REPORTING AGENCY - HARDYOU JUST LIKELY "LOST" YOUR ALL CONFIDENTIAL IDENTITY INFORMATIONTake action now to protect your financial safety.What information do you need to give the bank when you apply for…
Aug 21
Zoiks! Real estate scams up 480%

Zoiks! Real estate scams up 480%

Closings At RiskWire Fraud is on the Riseby Michael H. WassermanYou read that right, A 480 percent increase according to a May 2017 PSA from the FBI. Its Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3). Scammers are targeting wire transfers with…
Aug 20
Meet John Aylesworth

Meet John Aylesworth

--> by Michael H. WassermanI’m so very happy to welcome attorney John Aylesworth to the practice. He joined us in February 2017 and our clients and colleagues have been reaping the benefits of his good counsel all spring and…

Rank this Week: 943

Condo & HOA Law Blog

Covers issues around condominium ownership, homeowners associations, and construction defects. By Barker Martin.

http://www.barkermartin.com/blog/condo-hoa-blog

Sep 7
Wildfire

Wildfire

It is both eerie and remarkable to observe the smoke blanketing the Duwamish river, Port of Seattle and SoDo. However, the smoke is more than just a curious sight or eye irritant. It is a signal of inconvenience, hardship and even danger…
Aug 18
It's That Time of Year Again…

It's That Time of Year Again…

As the leaves begin to change and the temperature begins to drop, that can only mean one thing… Fantasy Football is back! Ok, perhaps not the answer you were expecting. It is estimated that more than 59 million people will participate…
Aug 3
Dog Days of Summer

Dog Days of Summer

With the mercury hitting record highs this week, I look out my office window and dream of jumping into a nice cool pool. As a community association attorney, my brain automatically shifts from recreation to work mode. I recently helped a…

Rank this Week: 977

Ohio Real Estate Blog

Covers broker and realtor issues, construction and development, landords and tenants, and real estate taxation. By Kohrman Jackson & Krantz.

http://www.ohiorelaw.com/

Aug 29
“Game” (Case) Called on Account of Absurdity

“Game” (Case) Called on Account of Absurdity

By: Stephen D. Richman, Esq.- Senior Counsel- Kohrman, Jackson & Krantz(A Watch Your Language Series Article)“If the law supposes that," said Mr. Bumble, "the law is an ass — an idiot.”Many laymen (and lawyers) believe,…
Aug 14
Ohio Court of Appeals (Hamilton County) Upholds Late Fee Provisions in a Residential Lease

Ohio Court of Appeals (Hamilton County) Upholds Late Fee Provisions in a Residential Lease

Posted by Connie CarrOn July 26, 2017 the Ohio Court of Appeals, 1stAppellate District (the Court) issued its opinion in Drake Townhouses L.L.C. v. Woodberry, 2017-Ohio-6968, which relates to a landlord-tenant case appealed from the Hamilton…
Jul 24
The Government Does Not Always Win

The Government Does Not Always Win

(Supreme Court of Ohio Sides with Taxpayers in Two Recent Real Estate Taxation Decisions)By: Stephen D. Richman, Esq.-Senior Counsel, Kohrman, Jackson & KrantzI had a law school professor that would often proffer the following two…

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The Massachusetts Real Estate Law…

The Massachusetts Real Estate Law Blog

Features news, commentary and musing about Massachusetts real estate law and litigation. By Richard D. Vetstein.

http://massrealestatelawblog.com/

Aug 21
Land Court Dismisses Foreclosure Challenge Under New Title Clearing Act

Land Court Dismisses Foreclosure Challenge Under New Title Clearing Act

Kenney v. Brown: First Reported Decision Under Act Clearing Title to Foreclosed Properties In a ruling applauded by the conveyancing bar and title underwriters, Land Court Justice Robert Foster has dismissed a borrower’s challenge…
Aug 7
A Path to Electronic Notary Acknowledgement

A Path to Electronic Notary Acknowledgement

By Richard P. Howe, Jr., Registrar, Middlesex North Registry of Deeds As young people who have known nothing but digital commerce enter the home ownership market, the conveyancing community in Massachusetts will face increased pressure to…
Jul 25
Appeals Court Upholds MERS Mortgage Assignment System

Appeals Court Upholds MERS Mortgage Assignment System

Strawbridge v. Bank of NY Mellon: Appeals Court Justice Peter Agnes Gives Judicial Blessing to MERS Assignment System, Rejects Other Foreclosure Challenges The most recent foreclosure case heard by a Massachusetts appellate court should…

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Virginia Condominium &…

Virginia Condominium & Homeowners Association Lawyer

Covers legal issues relating to condominium ownership and homeowners associations. Published by Inman & Strickler, PLC.

http://www.vahoalaw.com/

Aug 18
NEW VIRGINIA LAW REGARDING REAL ESTATE FOR SALE SIGNS

NEW VIRGINIA LAW REGARDING REAL ESTATE FOR SALE SIGNS

There seems to be some confusion about this new addition to the resale provisions in the Condominium Act and the Property Owners Association Act. As of July 1, 2017 there is a new Virginia law, passage of which was promoted...
Aug 10
New Virginia Law Regarding Real Estate For Sale Sign

New Virginia Law Regarding Real Estate For Sale Sign

There seems to be some confusion about this new addition to the resale provisions in the Condominium Act and the Property Owners Association Act. Beginning July 1, 2017 there is a new Virginia law, passage of which was promoted by...
Jul 13
Inverse Condemnation - a valuable tool

Inverse Condemnation - a valuable tool

Inverse condemnation is valuable tool for property owners and associations and can be relevant and useful in many situations. State and local governments and their agencies appear to operate with absolute immunity leaving property owners with…

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About Conveyancing

Covers conveyancing in England and Wales. By Simon Seaton.

http://blog.aboutconveyancing.com/

Aug 17
Leasehold is Changing - Is this Reflected in your Report on Title?

Leasehold is Changing - Is this Reflected in your Report on Title?

Leasehold reform is on the way. Many lenders have already been proactive in making changes for some months now to their P2 Handbook requirements.Is it now time to be making changes to your Report on Title in light of new lender instructions…
Jul 23
No Smiles for Conveyancers if Cheshire is Right

No Smiles for Conveyancers if Cheshire is Right

Are we about to see a significant dip in house prices in London in the near future?Bloomberg News recently asked seven market commentators to predict what they see happening next in London’s 1.6 trillion-pound housing market.Paul…
Jun 30
CML Lenders’ Handbook to be Renamed on 1st July

CML Lenders’ Handbook to be Renamed on 1st July

From 1 July 2017, the finance and banking industry operating in the UK will be represented by a new trade association, UK Finance.It will represent around 300 firms in the UK providing credit, banking, markets and payment-related services.The…

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California Legal Blog

Covers business, real estate, estate planning, probate, trusts, wills, intellectual property and civil litigation. By Anker Hymes & Schreiber LLP.

http://ankerhymesschreiberllp.com/

Aug 7
KC Marie Knox Recognized in the Valley Lawyer Art Contest

KC Marie Knox Recognized in the Valley Lawyer Art Contest

Los Angeles Attorney KC Marie Knox isn’t just a talented lawyer. She has a creative, artsy side that made recent news. KC was recognized by the San Fernando Valley Bar Association’s “Valley Lawyer” magazine for her…
Apr 19
How to Avoid the Nightmare of Giving Up Business Ownership

How to Avoid the Nightmare of Giving Up Business Ownership

Continuing from our last post, Pitfalls of Giving Up Equity in a Business Venture, Ownership of your business is key. It is the symbol of your own hard work and passion, and security for the success of your future decisions. The more…
Mar 28
Pitfalls of Giving Up Equity in a Business Venture (Part 1)

Pitfalls of Giving Up Equity in a Business Venture (Part 1)

From entrepreneurs to trusted advisors, financing a new business venture can be extraordinarily challenging. When you are considering your options, however, be very cautious about giving up ownership. Such a strategy can help get your…

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Real Property & Development Review

Covers real estate, construction, and land use laws in the Pacific Northwest. By Davis Wright Tremaine, LLP.

http://www.dwtrealpropertyreview.com/

May 18
Senators Request GAO Review of CFIUS Oversight of Foreign Investment in U.S. Real Estate

Senators Request GAO Review of CFIUS Oversight of Foreign Investment in U.S. Real Estate

Three senators – Senate Banking Committee Ranking Member Sherrod Brown, Sen. Ron Wyden, ranking member on the Senate Finance Committee, and Sen. Claire McCaskill, ranking member on the Homeland Security and Government Affairs…
Apr 18
WA Court of Appeals Clarifies Necessary Parties to Lien Enforcement Action Where Release Bond Has Been Posted

WA Court of Appeals Clarifies Necessary Parties to Lien Enforcement Action Where Release Bond Has Been Posted

Attempting to clarify a statute that has been “the source of considerable confusion,” the Washington Court of Appeals concluded the only necessary party that must be named as a defendant in a lien enforcement action where a…
Jun 2
The Supreme Court Confirms Right to Challenge Jurisdictional Determination

The Supreme Court Confirms Right to Challenge Jurisdictional Determination

Can a landowner challenge a US Army Corps of Engineers determination that a property contains jurisdictional wetlands? In a unanimous opinion, the Supreme Court answered this question in the affirmative May 31, 2016 in USACE v Hawkes Co.…

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Trust Matters Most

Covers family law, divorce, bankruptcy, and specific Pennsylvania law changes. By Reese, Samley, Wagenseller, Mecum & Longer, P.C.

http://www.trustmattersmost.com/blog

Apr 20
Real Estate Assessment

Real Estate Assessment

What does Reassessment Mean? All property parcels in Lancaster County will receive an updated assessment. This new assessment represents an estimate of your property’s fair market value. The new assessment will be effective as of 1/1/18…
Sep 15
Articles on the Supreme Court case of Watts vs. Manheim Township School District

Articles on the Supreme Court case of Watts vs. Manheim Township School District

We wish to acknowledge School Transportation News for an article written on Mr. Reese’s recent Supreme Court win! School Transportation News article As well as, American Bus Sales in Oklahoma for bringing our win to the eyes of those in…
Sep 15
Articles on the Supreme Court case of Watts vs. Manheim Township School District

Articles on the Supreme Court case of Watts vs. Manheim Township School District

We wish to acknowledge School Transportation News for an article written on Mr. Reese’s recent Supreme Court win! School Transportation News article As well as, American Bus Sales in Oklahoma for bringing our win to the eyes of those in…

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The Law firm of Vaughn & Weber,…

The Law firm of Vaughn & Weber, PLLC

Covers bankruptcy, family law, foreclosure, and real estate law in New York.

http://vaughnweberlaw.com

Apr 19
Retaliatory Eviction

Retaliatory Eviction

RETALIATORY EVICTION In New York, tenants are protected from retaliatory eviction proceedings by RPAPL 223-b. This statute states in summary that a landlord cannot commence a summary proceeding to evict a tenant in retaliation or…
Apr 13
Punitive Damages for DWI that causes Injury

Punitive Damages for DWI that causes Injury

Personal Injury Actions Involving DWI’s May Lead to Punitive Damages Individuals who are injured by a person driving while intoxicated may be entitled to punitive damages in addition to the compensatory damages that awarded. The…
Apr 10
Industrial Code Violation

Industrial Code Violation

INDUSTRIAL CODE VIOLATIONS New York Courts are littered with Labor Law 241(6) claims that hinge on whether the correct industrial codes have been plead and supported with admissible evidence. For a person injured in a construction…

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Hawaii Land Use Law & Policy

Commentary and insight on the complex, multifaceted area of land use in Hawaii. By Jesse Souki.

http://hilanduse.blogspot.com/

Apr 7
Climate Change Office on City's Budget Agenda

Climate Change Office on City's Budget Agenda

The City & County of Honolulu is considering the Mayor’s proposed budget. The Mayor’s budget includes staff and funding for the Office of Climate Change, Sustainability, and Resiliency that was created by voters in the recent…
Sep 12
Hawaii Appeals Court Sets Boundary on the Applicability of State EIS Law

Hawaii Appeals Court Sets Boundary on the Applicability of State EIS Law

The trend in Hawaii's appellate courts has been to expand the scope and applicability of Hawaii's environmental laws. The courts have rarely deferred to agency expertise and discretion.In Umberger v. Department of Land and Natural…
Jul 1
Happy 60th Birthday to the U.S. Interstate Highway System

Happy 60th Birthday to the U.S. Interstate Highway System

It’s an auspicious day: The U.S. Interstate Highway System turns 60 years old today. As we reflect on the importance of President Eisenhower’s monumental public works program, it is apropos to consider why we are building a…

Rank this Week: 937

New York Real Estate Lawyer Blog

Covers New York real estate insurance, regulation, and litigation. By Klose & Associates.

http://www.newyorkrealestatelawyerblog.com/

Mar 1
What is a Mortgage Contingency in a New York State Real Estate Contract- Ask Steve Miller!

What is a Mortgage Contingency in a New York State Real Estate Contract- Ask Steve Miller!

I wanted to add an update to this Blog post for a recent litigation commenced in the Hudson Valley arising from a transaction in Dutchess County. Buyers need an appraisal contingency– even the famous Steve Miller. It…
Feb 14
Think before you as “siri” or “alexa”– Ramifications of the New Smart Home.

Think before you as “siri” or “alexa”– Ramifications of the New Smart Home.

What are the security and privacy issues with new in home voice activated smart devices.
Feb 8
Tenants by the Entirety as a form of Ownership– More Nuanced Than Simply being Married.

Tenants by the Entirety as a form of Ownership– More Nuanced Than Simply being Married.

The traditional form of ownership of real property by husband and wife in New York is called Tenants by the Entirety, but what does that mean.

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California Condo & HOA Law…

California Condo & HOA Law Blog

Covers affordable housing, elections, collections, boards and committees. By Beth Grimm.

http://communityassociations.net/cacondoguru/

Oct 10
Who’s the Bully in your HOA? Could it Be You?

Who’s the Bully in your HOA? Could it Be You?

Who’s the Bully in your HOA? October is National Anti- Bullying Month, officially. It doesn’t just apply to bullying in the schools or in relationships between family members or friends.
Oct 5
HOA SALES TRANSACTIONS CAN BE PRECARIOUS-THERE ARE MANY “SHARKS” IN THE WATER

HOA SALES TRANSACTIONS CAN BE PRECARIOUS-THERE ARE MANY “SHARKS” IN THE WATER

HOA sales transactions can be precarious when the parties that are doing the talking do not know what they’re talking about. I did a blog about a month ago with
Oct 1
Time For A Beat The Bully Campaign in your HOA?

Time For A Beat The Bully Campaign in your HOA?

October 1 2016 OCTOBER has been designated National Bullying Prevention Month. Today happens to be the10th anniversary. Every October, schools and organizations across the country join STOMP Out Bullying™

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Ozarks Law & Economy

Tracks developments in Missouri real estate law and economic development in the Ozarks area of Missouri and Arkansas. By Harry Styron.

http://styronblog.com/

Oct 10
SB 656: Missouri’s New Statute on Carrying Concealed Firearms and Standing Your Ground

SB 656: Missouri’s New Statute on Carrying Concealed Firearms and Standing Your Ground

Springfield criminal defense attorney Shane Cantin has written a well-balanced article that examines Missouri’s new legislation, SB 656, “Missouri Concealed Carry & Castle Doctrine: What You Need to Know.” SB…
Aug 16
Breaking bad; closing good. So is walking away.

Breaking bad; closing good. So is walking away.

The rebound of the real estate market in the Ozarks seems very real, judging from the calls I get from stressed out buyers and sellers who are approaching closing dates. Buyers sometimes want break contracts, and sellers want to force the…
Feb 3
Owner of philandering bull strictly liable but comparatively at fault for neighbor’s injurie

Owner of philandering bull strictly liable but comparatively at fault for neighbor’s injurie

When Taylor’s bull crossed the fence, attracted by Coble’s heifers, Coble hopped on his ATV. The bull charged and the ATV flipped. The bull mounted–not the heifer–but the ATV, pinning Coble, who was seriously injured.…

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Hoboken Law Blog

Covers real estate and divorce law. By Frank Marciano.

http://www.hobokenlawblog.com/

Jun 4
Child support in New Jersey is serious business.

Child support in New Jersey is serious business.

Bergen Father Jailed For Non-Support Of Kids Who Live With Him Gets Two More Weeks In Jail Each story of child support and non payment has its own rights and wrongs. What is so unfair in NJ is that some Judges, and even different…
Jun 4
Child support in New Jersey is serious business.

Child support in New Jersey is serious business.

Bergen Father Jailed For Non-Support Of Kids Who Live With Him Gets Two More Weeks In Jail Each story of child support and non payment has its own rights and wrongs. What is so unfair in NJ is that some Judges, and even different…
Jun 4
Child support in New Jersey is serious business.

Child support in New Jersey is serious business.

Bergen Father Jailed For Non-Support Of Kids Who Live With Him Gets Two More Weeks In Jail Each story of child support and non payment has its own rights and wrongs. What is so unfair in NJ is that some Judges, and even different…

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Alaska Law Blawg

Covers Alaska business law, litigation and recent decisions. By Clayton Walker.

http://aloinc.com/alaska-law-blawg/

May 24
Alaska Bar Assoc. — Bankruptcy Section

Alaska Bar Assoc. — Bankruptcy Section

By: Clayton Walker We just spoke at the Alaska Bar Association — Bankruptcy Section on the issue of the Alaska usury statute. We had less than two hour notice to prepare for the presentation. The materials are available at…
May 11
Alaska Usury Rate is 10.5% on Loans Exceeding $25,000.00

Alaska Usury Rate is 10.5% on Loans Exceeding $25,000.00

By: Clayton Walker I’ve been told that the following Alaska Usury decision has stirred up a hornets nest with the Alaska Creditor’s Bar Association. Cox v. Cooper, 3AN-15-10101 CI (Alaska Sup. Ct., 18 Apr. 2016) (J. Morse).…
Apr 29
Alaska Usury Interest Rule

Alaska Usury Interest Rule

By: Clayton Walker Has your lender violated Alaska usury laws? Have you paid more than 10.5% interest on loans larger than $25,000.00? Are the loans from a person or non-bank? Do you still owe or have you paid any interest in the past…

Rank this Week: 858

Green Building Law

Covers legal issues related to green building and sustainable development. By Shari Shapiro.

http://www.greenbuildinglawblog.com/

Jul 27
To resolve Utah's Building Code Identity Crisis, Listen to Mom

To resolve Utah's Building Code Identity Crisis, Listen to Mom

Better air quality or slower adoption of building codes? Like a rebellious teenager, Utah is having an identity crisis over building codes. The answer, of course, is to listen to mom. According to Ingrid Griffee, executive director of Utah…
Jul 27
To resolve Utah's Building Code Identity Crisis, Listen to Mom

To resolve Utah's Building Code Identity Crisis, Listen to Mom

Better air quality or slower adoption of building codes? Like a rebellious teenager, Utah is having an identity crisis over building codes. The answer, of course, is to listen to mom. According to Ingrid Griffee, executive director of Utah…
Jul 20
Stay-ing Alive: Staying Clean Power Plan compliance may derail it permanently

Stay-ing Alive: Staying Clean Power Plan compliance may derail it permanently

There is chatter that the Clean Power Plan Final Rule will be released in early August, but also a strong effort to delay implementation until the various legal challenges are resolved. The stay could be imposed either judicially or…

Rank this Week: 1190

Buffalo NY Attorneys Blog

Covers New York elder law, estate law, and real estate legal issues. By Robert Friedman.

http://www.wny-lawyers.com/blog/

Feb 11
Are There Additional Penalties When Assault (NY PL 120.00) Is Charged As A Domestic Violence Crime In Buffalo?

Are There Additional Penalties When Assault (NY PL 120.00) Is Charged As A Domestic Violence Crime In Buffalo?

Yes, when you are charged with Assault in the Third Degree (NY PL 120.00) as a domestic violence crime in Buffalo, it means that you are alleged to have intentionally or recklessly caused injury to a person who has some sort of intimate…
Feb 11
What Is Sexual Misconduct (NY PL 130.20) In Buffalo?

What Is Sexual Misconduct (NY PL 130.20) In Buffalo?

Sexual Misconduct (NY PL 130.20) in Buffalo often serves as a sort of catch-all charge for prosecutors who lack enough evidence to prosecute a defendant on a more serious charge, like rape. On the other hand, it can also serve as a lesser…
Feb 11
Should I Accept A Plea For A Misdemeanor Domestic Violence Charge In Buffalo?

Should I Accept A Plea For A Misdemeanor Domestic Violence Charge In Buffalo?

If you’ve been offered a plea deal by the prosecutor in any criminal matter, but especially in a domestic violence case, you should consult an experienced Buffalo criminal defense attorney right away. While many people see the word…

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Nolo's Real Estate Tips for Home…

Nolo's Real Estate Tips for Home Buyers

Covers homebuying, mortgages, and homeownership. Ilona Bray.

http://blog.nolo.com/realestate/

Nov 26
I Say, Shall We Borrow Some British Real Estate Ad Language?

I Say, Shall We Borrow Some British Real Estate Ad Language?

The busy-ness of the holiday season, not to mention the emphasis on shopping, must be taking a toll on me: I’ve been indulging in the guilty pastime of perusing old issues of Country Life magazine, in search of my dream manor…
Nov 14
“House for Spouse” Does Not Belong on Your Holiday Surprise Gift List

“House for Spouse” Does Not Belong on Your Holiday Surprise Gift List

When I sold my first home, one of the offers came from a couple who, according to their Realtor, had been house-hunting for years without agreeing on a place they both liked. At last, they found our house! Alas, they didn’t…
Nov 7
Finding Solid Reviews of Real Estate Agents Still a Challenge

Finding Solid Reviews of Real Estate Agents Still a Challenge

Going online to find a home to buy has become so user-friendly, full of pretty pictures and fun bells and whistles, that some buyers have been known to proceed all the way to a purchase without once actually visiting the house. The Internet…

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Real Estate & Construction Law…

Real Estate & Construction Law Blog

Features real estate and construction law updates and analysis. By Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs LLP.

http://www.bdblaw.com/publications-events/real-estate-and-construction-law-blog/

Aug 21
Ohio Homestead Exemption Amendment Affects Judgment Lien Holder

Ohio Homestead Exemption Amendment Affects Judgment Lien Holder

By: Alan P. DiGirolamo Effective April 1, 2013, Ohio’s homestead exemption was amended to allow a homeowner to exempt up to $132,900 of equity in his or her home. See, Ohio Revised Code Section 2329.66(A)(1)(b). This is…
Jul 18
TWO WORD$

TWO WORD$

By: John Swansinger, Esq. “Condition precedent” is now perhaps the most important term in your Ohio construction subcontract following the Ohio Supreme Court’s recent decision in Transtar Electric, Inc. v A.E.M.…
Jun 25
The Use of Transfer on Death Designation Affidavits as a Probate Avoidance Measure

The Use of Transfer on Death Designation Affidavits as a Probate Avoidance Measure

By: Brenda S. Schwartz Individuals owning real property in Ohio can use statutorily sanctioned transfer on death designation affidavits (TOD affidavits) as an…

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Fridaysmove

Covers conveyancing and residential property law in the United Kingdom.

http://www.fridaysmove.com/blog

Mar 30
Survey can save buyers in the long run

Survey can save buyers in the long run
Aug 8
Looking north for UK's most affordable spots for 1st-time buyer

Looking north for UK's most affordable spots for 1st-time buyer
Jul 25
Increased risk of winter rainfall means Residential Flood Search is essential for home buyer

Increased risk of winter rainfall means Residential Flood Search is essential for home buyer

Rank this Week: 4562

The Energy Law Blog

Covers oil and gas exploration, development, and marketing on the Gulf Coast. By Liskow and Lewis.

http://www.theenergylawblog.com/

Sep 20
False Claims Act Relators Be Warned: Rule 54’s Taxable Costs Award Lies Ahead for the Overeager Relator

False Claims Act Relators Be Warned: Rule 54’s Taxable Costs Award Lies Ahead for the Overeager Relator

In a published opinion last week, the Fifth Circuit sent a reminder to would-be False Claims Act (“FCA”) relators that they better think carefully before filing suit because while they may be seeking treble damages, they may…
Sep 15
SEC Publishes New Guidance on Investment Adviser Advertising

SEC Publishes New Guidance on Investment Adviser Advertising

The SEC published new guidance on RIA advertising yesterday in a National Exam Program Risk Alert dated September 14, 2017 (https://www.sec.gov/ocie/Article/risk-alert-advertising.pdf). The Risk Alert is entitled “The Most…
Sep 8
The Fifth Circuit’s Decision in In Re: DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc., et al, Illustrates the Possibility that Even When You Lose a Writ of Mandamus, You May Still Win

The Fifth Circuit’s Decision in In Re: DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc., et al, Illustrates the Possibility that Even When You Lose a Writ of Mandamus, You May Still Win

Faced with the prospect of having to defend another costly test-case trial in a multidistrict litigation proceeding involving over 9,000 plaintiffs, the defendants (petitioners before the Court of Appeals) filed a writ of mandamus challenging…

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