If I cannot operate my business, am I liable for rent? If the government closed my tenant’s business, not me, why can’t I collect rent? These questions face thousands of commercial tenants and landlords during the COVID-19...more
About to enter into a long term commercial lease? You may be subject to additional expenses beyond rent. Landlords often require that tenants accept certain repair and maintenance obligations during the term of the lease (a...more
Terminating a commercial lease? You’re likely to encounter the question of whether the surrendered premises are in the condition required pursuant to the lease terms. Commercial leases often require the rental premises to be...more
Whether you are a commercial tenant or landlord, the issue of lease renewal versus lease extension can impact your business enormously. Recent Indiana cases have reaffirmed that understanding your leasehold obligations can...more