News Archive 2020 BK
Phase II Outdoor Dining Compliance & Enforcement Issues; Delay of NYC Entering Phase III
June 29, 2020 – Governor Cuomo’s announcement this morning that there are complications with New York City’s entering Phase III (which is currently anticipated to be on July 6) as a result of individuals and businesses not complying with social distancing requirements forebodes a delay in New York City’s entering
Mack on the “Frustration of Purpose“ Doctrine
DHC’s Mack on the “Frustration of Purpose“ Doctrine June 24, 2020 – DHC’s Partner William Mack, an experienced commercial litigation attorney, discussed the “frustration of purpose” doctrine in contract law with the Commercial Observer. Mack noted that the common law allows parties to contract to seek to modify or void
Citron on Commercial Leases Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
DHC’s Citron on Commercial Leases Amid Pandemic June 23, 2020 – Co-Managing Partner Jeffrey Citron, Chair of the Real Estate Law practice, recently shared his thoughts on recent commercial lease negotiations amid the COVID-19 pandemic with MarketWatch. Mr. Citron noted that in most situations, landlords and tenants should try to reach
Citron Authors Op-ed in Westchester Business Journal
DHC’s Citron Authors Op-ed in Westchester Business Journal June 22, 2020 – DHC’s Co-Managing Partner Jeffrey Citron wrote an op-ed for the Westchester County Business Journal on businesses recovering from a crisis, as when longtime client Madelaine Chocolate Company’s factory was destroyed by Superstorm Sandy. Mr. Citron, who advises many
Alex Victor discusses Dining Compliance with Albany Times-Union
June 18, 2020 – As restaurants and bars prepared to resume full service after the COVID-19 lockdown, DHC Partner Alexander Victor discussed with the Albany Times-Union compliance with the regulations allowing for a phased reopening. Mr. Victor, who advises clients on State Liquor Authority (SLA) matters, stated that most bars
Executive Order Provides Relief for Tenants and Property Owners Impacted by COVID-19
June 16, 2020 – By Exec. Order 202.28 Landlords are prohibited from initiating commercial evictions by Governor Cuomo’s executive order. The original expiration of that prohibition was extended from early June to August 20, 2020. The tenant only has to show financial hardship. Executive Order 202.28 There shall be no initiation