Forum Selection in Dodocase

One of the last issues that we confront when drafting contracts is the forum selection clause. We consider the usual choices: here; there or somewhere in between.

Mechanical Licensing Collective Takes Shape

On July 8, 2019, the U.S.

Maryland Legal Alert - August 2019

Surety's Subrogation Right to Retainage Takes Priority Over Senior Lien of Lender

In a decision that serves as a reminder of the rights of a surety versus a lender, a Mississ

Plagiarism and Copyright Infringement are Different, Yet Similar

Plagiarism and copyright infringement are not the same thing. They are similar, in that they both focus on creative work originated by another.

Deal or No Deal: Court Approval Necessary When Buying and Selling Property in Bankruptcy

Bankruptcy sales are unique transactions in that an agreement reached with a Chapter 11 debtor or a Chapter 7 or 11 trustee is not a done deal until the bankruptcy court approves it.

An Option to Purchase Must be from the Property Owner

If you want an option to buy a piece of property, it is a good idea to have the property owner sign the agreement.

An Erroneously Issued Building Permit Causes Protracted Legal Proceedings

Suppose you want to build a house. You submit plans to the local jurisdiction, the plans are reviewed, and you are issued a building permit.

Landlords: Try Owning Your Tenants’ Trademarks

Landlords and property owners should consider owning the names of their tenants’ establishments.

Baltimore City Yield Tax Revisited

Shortly after we pointed out in the Relating to Real Estate Bulletin dated January 3, 2019 that the Baltimore City yield tax law was written in a way to collect substantially less than the