Language, including accents, dialects, and choice of vocabulary, can be an integral part of cultural identity. When linked to race or ethnicity, linguistic stereotypes can be a form of unlawful discrimination.
Read MoreIt isn't sufficient for a purchaser to only obtain title insurance because the insurance policy excludes certain losses. Buyers should conduct their own due diligence to ensure they are aware of all liens on the property.
Read MoreFinCEN’s proposed extension of the Corporate Transparency Act reporting deadline would provide needed additional time so new companies likely would not have to immediately update their initial filings. However, the extension would be temporary and would not address other challenges presented by the Act.
Read MoreAlthough REITs and real estate funds both focus on real estate and real estate-related assets, their structures, accessibility, liquidity, return potential, and risk profiles can differ significantly.
Read MoreA Series LLC can be a viable alternative to a holding company or joint venture in states allowing Series LLCs, but businesses should exercise caution before operating a Series LLC in a state where they are not recognized.
Read MoreMultifamily landlords should ensure that community rules are necessary for safety and tenant enjoyment of their homes and do not discourage families with children from living there.
Read MoreNon-competition, Non-solicitation, and Non-circumvention provisions frequently appear in employment agreements, but they also can be useful in joint venture agreements or in a contract for the sale of real estate or a business. Understanding the difference between these provisions and how each should be used is essential to protecting the parties' needs.
Read MoreSigning a legal document “under seal” can have significant legal consequences. Parties should be sure they understand and intend what it means to sign "under seal" before agreeing to contracts with that language.
Read MoreOn March 2, 2023, Prince Georges County, Maryland adopted a law which limits the coming year's multifamily rent increases to three percent.
Read MoreThe small city of Mount Rainier, Maryland recently adopted a rent control law, which limits annual rent increases to 60% of the CPI. Unlike many rent control laws, Mount Rainier's law also recognizes landlord needs by allowing landlords to request exceptions.
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