By: Parker Moore and Katrina Krebs , Beveridge & Diamond PC This article provides an overview of the Endangered Species Act (ESA) 1 and discusses the obligations of real estate developers and property owners with respect to the ESA. CONGRESS ENACTED...

By: Ellen M. Chapelle , Gould & Ratner LLP In most construction projects, the general contractor traditionally takes control of the site and is responsible for its means and methods of construction, and, therefore, should bear primary liability...

By: Annemargaret Connolly and Matthew D. Morton , Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP. Why should real estate lenders and other secured creditors concern themselves with known and potential environmental liabilities and requirements associated with their...

By: Joseph M. Marger , Reed Smith LLP. In almost every asset purchase, stock purchase, and merger transaction (generally referred to in this article as M&A transactions), the purchaser will acquire an ownership or leasehold interest in at least...

By: The Practical Guidance Real Estate Team This tracker provides an overview of New York climate change legislation that impacts real estate ownership and development. This document tracks legislation enacted at the state level and in New York City...