A look at the main software and application categories that increased during remote work and the vast implications for user privacy, corporate cybersecurity and cyber insurance.
August 01, 2021Yakir Golan
Only a handful cases have addressed force majeure clauses in commercial real estate agreements in the wake of the pandemic, which has produced conflicting views as to whether performance was excused.
May 01, 2021Scott R. Lippert and Darcy Baboulis-GyscekUnderwriting clearly has been affected by the pandemic-led downturn. Lenders are using higher vacancies and reserves to underwrite, leading to more conservative loan proceeds.
May 01, 2021Erika MorphyIn the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the ITC was forced to suspend in-person hearings and halt its fast-paced schedules while it explored existing technological resources and reliable and secure options available for video conferencing that would protect parties' confidential business information (CBI).
March 01, 2021Robert Angle and Brittanee PetrikWhile commercial leases and the force majeure clauses contained in such leases vary widely, a recent decision from the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Illinois may provide guidance to parties and help them to resolve similar disputes without resorting to the courts.
September 01, 2020Marisa L. ByramAs we all expected, cases are being brought and decided on the issue of whether the COVID-19 pandemic and related governmental shut down orders trigger force majeure clauses in commercial leases and operate to excuse the performance of commercial tenants. While force majeure clauses vary widely, a recent decision from an Illinois Bankruptcy Court may provide guidance to help resolve disputes without resorting to the courts.
September 01, 2020Marisa L. ByramNew ebook from ALM's Law Journal Press addresses clients' questions about the enforceability of contracts in the wake of COVID-19.
August 01, 2020ljnstaffThe London Interbank Offered Rate has long been the global basis for agreements that include a variable interest rate component. However, LIBOR would be replaced by other benchmarks by the end of 2021. Key to assessing risk of exposure, quantifying the financial impact, developing remediation plans and communicating material information to stakeholders will be the identification, analysis and remediation of LIBOR-based contracts.
July 01, 2020Ryan Drimalla and Karl DorwartAccording to news reports, and judging from the plethora of lawsuits filed seeking insurance coverage for lost income incurred as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, insurance companies are for the most part denying claims for business interruption losses. The type of insurance claim at issue may make a difference.
July 01, 2020Howard B. Epstein and Theodore A. KeyesIn an environment of moving targets, it seems unimaginable that insurance against cybersecurity attacks can be robust enough to provide real protection. There are many types of risks involved, and some include physical damage to property.
April 01, 2019Nina Cunningham
