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I Want My Door Handles Back: A Salutary Lesson In Shareholder Disputes…

Andrew Firman Andrew Firman from  Carter Lemon Camerons LLP  on 

Shareholder disputes can often best be viewed as corporate divorce. Two (or more) parties who have often spent much time together over varying seasons of the life of a business trying to build something, come to a point where there’s a falling out.

To Deed, or Not to Deed: The Pros and Cons of a Deed in Lieu

Trevor Hoffman Trevor Hoffman from  Goulston & Storrs  on 

Amid soaring interest rates and the recent swell in commercial real estate loan workouts, borrowers and lenders alike are increasingly considering an alternative to the traditional and sometimes long and cumbersome foreclosure process: a deed in lieu of foreclosure

Next Modification of the Commercial Regulations in Catalonia

Carlos Fábrega Carlos Fábrega from  Manubens Abogados  on 

This new Law, still pending development, intends to introduce modifications both in the current regulation of the establishment of commercial establishments and in the organization of commercial activity.

New Regulatory Framework for StartUps

Roger Rifé Badia Roger Rifé Badia from  Manubens Abogados  on 

On December 22, the StartUps Law, for the promotion of the ecosystem of emerging companies, was published in Spain This regulation aims to facilitate startups' access to financial resources, promote innovation and encourage job creation.

Governor Kathy Hochul Proposes New York State Housing Compact

George Evans George W. Evans from  Goulston & Storrs  on 

On January 10, New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced The New York Housing Compact, a series of proposals to grow the housing stock across New York State.

ICSC U.S. Law Conference 2022

Derek Domian Derek Domian from  Goulston & Storrs  on 
The 52nd Annual Innovating Commerce Serving Communities took place earlier this month in Orlando. The event hosted more than 1100 members of the retail industry, including counsel from outside law firms, in-house counsel, other legal professionals, and many faces familiar to Goulston & Storrs.

Criminal Offenses Ruinerwold: No Reason for Dissolution of Lease Agreement

Marc-Vincent Spanjersberg Marc-Vincent Spanjersberg from  Bos van der Burg Advocaten  on 

Hiding a family in a farm may constitute criminal offences, but it is not yet a ground for dissolution of a lease. After all, a bad person does not make a bad tenant.

Shopping Center Operator Not Authorized to Impose Sunday Opening

Maurice van Leeuwen Maurice van Leeuwen from  Bos van der Burg Advocaten  on 
The Subdistrict Court in Leiden ruled that the operator of the Winkelhof shopping center was not allowed to unilaterally adjust the rules, such that Halfords had to be open on Sundays.

Customer Protection and Empowerment: New Amendments to the Consumer Law

Felipe González Felipe González from  Cuevas Abogados  on 
The strengthening of consumer rights makes it strongly advisable for companies to review their contracts, terms and conditions, websites, among others, in order to comply with the new regulations

What to Do With the Amortization of the Property Acquired Free of Charge, in View of the New Income Tax Campaing?

Salvador Balcells i Iranzo Salvador Balcells i Iranzo from  Manubens Abogados  on 

As is known, already in the income campaign last year and especially after the publication of various binding consultations prior to it (V3404-19, V3410-19, ...) the Administration presented its criteria on the treatment conferred on the expense for amortization of the income from real estate capital (basically rentals) derived from properties acquired by succession or donation.

Is There a Duty to Support the Damages Suffered as a Result of Managing the Pandemic?

Eva Pich Eva Pich from  Manubens Abogados  on 

There is no doubt that the management, by public authorities, of the health crisis has caused innumerable damages to the shopping center sector (both owners and tenants). These damages began with the approval of RD 463/2020, declaring the state of alarm, which forced the closure of all establishments located in shopping centers, except those aimed at the commercialization of essential goods. This measure caused damages, both to the owners of the shops, as well as to the owners of the shopping centers, who experienced a significant reduction in rents while assuming the same costs t

Five Takeaways from the BBA Webinar on the State of Retail and Hospitality During COVID

Vanessa Moody Vanessa Moody from  Goulston & Storrs  on 

On November 13th, the Boston Bar Association hosted Uncharted Territory: Challenges Facing Retail, Hospitality Sectors and their Landlords.

ICSC Law Conference 2020 – 50th Anniversary Edition

Melissa Rivers Melissa Rivers from  Goulston & Storrs  on 

This year, the ICSC Law Conference on October 14-16 celebrated its 50th Anniversary. The planned pomp and circumstance were eliminated due to COVID-19, but the conference was still held using a virtual platform. While less than typical in-person attendance, there was still an impressive number of attendees, reaching 850!

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