Real Estate Law News and Insights

Arbitration clauses in home purchase agreements and warranties can be powerful tools for resolving disputes efficiently. But as highlighted in a recent Florida appellate case, Osborne v. Drees Homes of Florida, it's essential to structure these clauses carefully and clearly define their scope. Here's why: Clarity Is Crucial: In Osborne, the court...

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Imagine owning a vast portfolio of properties but using only a fraction of them, all while piling up billions in unpaid, compounding maintenance bills. This is the reality for the federal government, where the cost of office space has ballooned, and infrastructure is aging faster than we can keep up....

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Construction projects commonly transfer the risk of third-party claims through indemnification and additional insured coverage under commercial general liability policies. A recent decision out of the New York Supreme Court Appellate Division – Second Department further restricted access to additional insured coverage by imposing a privity of contract requirement. The...

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