News Archive 2020 BK
Force Majeure Clauses And Commercial Leases
July 30, 2020 – DHC Partners Robert Rattet, Derek Wolman, and William Mack, with Of Counsel James Glucksman published an op-ed in the New York Law Journal discussing the application of the force majeure English common law doctrine – unforeseeable circumstances that prevent someone from fulfilling a contract – to modern contract law. The force majeure doctrine was
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
Jonathan Pasternak on Retail Bankruptcy with MarketWatch
July 24, 2020 – Speaking with MarketWatch, DHC Bankruptcy, Restructuring, and Creditor’s Rights practice group Partner Jonathan Pasternak said the bankruptcy filing by the parent company of Ann Taylor and Lane Bryant could ultimately result in a major reorganization of the fashion retail conglomerate. Pasternak added that the company has many iconic brands, but might
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
