Expert Analysis

Wis. Coverage Ruling Rejects Strict Ensuing Loss Test

In Cincinnati Insurance v. Ropicky, the Wisconsin Supreme Court recently examined the relationship between an insu... (more story)

How Data Center Projects Can Navigate Wyo. Siting Process

As opposition to data center development grows nationwide, the way that Wyoming is handling the issue through its ... (more story)

How Real Estate Funds Can Use Umbrella Partnership REITs

Recent transactions demonstrate how the conversion from a Delaware statutory trust to an umbrella partnership real... (more story)

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GoldenTree Plugs $482.5M Into Colorado Ski Resort Project

Stockman Development LLC on Wednesday revealed that it secured $482.5 million in new funding from GoldenTree Asset Management to advance its residential and resort The Stockman, Auberge Collection project in Colorado.

How Iran War Is Complicating Middle East Data Center Deals

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has not stopped data center investments in the region, but experts say force majeure clauses have come under a magnifying glass at the negotiating table.

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Data Center Suits, Arbitrations Have Tripled In Last 5 Years

Major lawsuits and arbitrations against data centers across the world have tripled since 2021, with disputes largely focused on zoning and environmental issues, according to a Tuesday report by global insurance group Howden.

AI, Law Firms Driving 'Amenity Arms Race' In NYC Real Estate

Artificial intelligence companies and law firms are a big part of a larger flight to amenity-rich, Class A office space in New York City, one of Blank Rome LLP's real estate leaders told Law360 in a recent interview.

JLL Finds NY Law Firms Jockeying For Top Office Space In '26

In New York, the biggest law firms so far this year have clamored to take as much top-quality office space as they can, contributing to a scarcity of trophy space as they seek to compete for talent, according to broker JLL. 

3 Firms Steer Royal Caribbean, Sandals' $3B Resort Deal

Royal Caribbean Group said Wednesday it has agreed to invest about $3 billion for a 50% stake in a joint venture with Sandals Resorts, expanding the cruise operator's business into the all-inclusive resort market.

Pot Shop Seeks Summary Judgment In Jushi Antitrust Suit

There is simply no way cannabis giant Jushi Holdings Inc. can justify tempting the sellers of a dispensary with a $10 million bonus provided they keep a rival out of town, a would-be Massachusetts operator arg... (more story)

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DC Pied-à-Terre Tax Plan Targets Pricey Second Homes

Washington, D.C., would impose additional property tax on homes worth about $2.6 million or more that are not rented out or used as primary residences under legislation before the district council.

Zillow Starts Renewed Bid To Exit Home Loan Kickbacks Suit

Zillow Group Inc. and its subsidiaries have filed a new dismissal bid in Washington federal court against a consolidated third amended class action complaint that accuses Zillow of running an illegal kickbacks... (more story)

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Consumer Groups Ask States To Probe Zillow, Housing Market

More than a dozen consumer advocacy groups urged state authorities Wednesday to work together to probe Zillow and Redfin's compliance with an August deal to end a Federal Trade Commission lawsuit, and to inves... (more story)

Panel Hints Hill Wallack May Face Revived Malpractice Suit

A New Jersey state appeals court panel on Tuesday appeared troubled by a trial judge's decision to toss a malpractice suit accusing Hill Wallack LLP of mishandling the defense of a family facing labor traffick... (more story)

SEC Says Mobile Home Investment Scheme Was $10M Fraud

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission announced that it has settled claims against a Texas-based limited liability company and its owner accused of fraudulently raising $9.6 million from nearly 100 inves... (more story)

Healthcare PE Firm Sues Real Estate PE Firm Over 'Ironleaf' TM

Healthcare technology-focused private equity firm Ironleaf Capital LP is accusing real estate private equity firm Ironleaf Equity Partners LLC in Washington federal court of infringing its "Ironleaf" and "Iron... (more story)

Trump Admin Sued Over $289M In Soon-To-Lapse CDFI Funds

A business advocacy group has sued the Trump administration, seeking to force it to distribute over $289 million in congressionally appropriated funds meant to support community development financial instituti... (more story)