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Is your business facing a real estate dispute? You're not alone. From boundary battles to lease lawsuits, property problems can threaten your bottom line. But don't panic – knowledge is power. In this guide, we'll walk you through everything you need to know about real estate disputes and how a skilled attorney can be your secret weapon. The 5 Most Common Real Estate Disputes That Can Derail Your Business Lease Lawsuits: Disagreements with landlords or [...]

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 court in New York City Housing Authority v. Harleysville Worcester Insurance interpreted an additional insured endorsement to require privity of contract between the named insured and the [...]

The New York Appellate Division, First Department, recently revisited several legal principles of Article 3-A of the New York Lien Law in the case of Flintlock Construction Services, LLC v. HPH Services, Inc., 230 A.D.3d 446 (1st Dept. 2024). The court's ruling provides important clarifications on personal liability, standing in trust asset diversion claims, and the conditions under which punitive damages may be awarded. A key aspect of this case is the court's affirmation of the [...]