News Archive 2020 BK
Update: New York State Legislative Session in Albany
July 24, 2020 – In an abnormal year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this week the State Legislature met in Albany to conclude what was their normal session. This week was about wrapping up legislative priorities, as well as, passing bills needed for the functioning of local governments. Proposals of
Larry Hutcher Featured on “Conversations with Cohen”
July 23, 2020 – Larry Hutcher, DHC’s Co-Managing Partner, joined Gregg Cohen of commercial real estate firm Cresa on “Conversations with Cohen” to discuss how businesses navigating the COVID-19 pandemic can productively negotiate with landlords to modify their leases. Hutcher, who has significant experience in real estate litigation representing tenants in
CaringKind Honors Nicole L. Weingartner
July 17, 2020 – CaringKind, The Heart of Alzheimer’s Caregiving, has included Nicole L. Weingartner, DHC’s Associate Director of State Government Affairs, in its inaugural class of the Caregiver Champions Honor Wall. This group of individuals work to ensure that CaringKind continues to provide the life-changing programs that our community depends on by personally
Governor Cuomo Implements Three Strike Policy for New York City Restaurants
July 16, 2020 – Governor Cuomo announced a “three strikes and you’re closed” policy for restaurants and bars in New York City: any establishment that receives three violations of the social distancing requirements will be closed. Egregious violations can still result in the business’ immediate loss of its liquor license
Sean Crowley Named to City & State’s Queens Power 50
Sean Crowley City and State 2020 Queens Power 50 List July 13, 2020 – DHC Partner Sean Crowley of our Government Relations practice group was named to City & State magazine’s Queens Power 50 list for his work on behalf of local and regional nonprofit organizations and companies that contribute enormously
Alexander Victor Discusses New York State’s Liquor Laws and Regulations
July 9, 2020 – The Daily Mail called on Alexander Victor, a Partner in DHC’s Restaurant and Hospitality practice group, to discuss New York State’s liquor laws and regulations as the state reopens after the extended shutdown during the COVID-19 outbreak. Victor, whose expertise includes State Liquor Authority (SLA) matters, advised bars and