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January 30, 2024 | New York Law Journal

A discussion of the array of new laws and amendments to existing laws passed in 2023 which will impact developers and owners of real estate in New York. The article examines the most significant developments and identifies certain potential penalties for failure to comply.

By Kenneth M. Block and Stuart B. Rosen

6 minute read

September 12, 2023 | New York Law Journal

In their Construction Law column, Kenneth Block and Melissa Billig discuss they city's "Get Sheds Down" initiative which was recently unveiled by New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Department of Buildings Commissioner Jimmy Oddo and provides a plan to overhaul current rules governing the design, use and permitting for sheds and scaffolding systems on public sidewalks.

By Kenneth M. Block and Melissa T. Billig

5 minute read

June 13, 2023 | New York Law Journal

In his Construction Law column, Kenneth Block offers a guide for developing a sample sustainability program, including the assembly of a sustainability team comprised of energy consultants, design professionals, contractors and property managers.

By Kenneth M. Block

8 minute read

June 12, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal

Must I also file a cross-petition for certification to preserve the right to raise each of the other bases that the appellate panel did not reach to preserve my summary judgment win?

By Brian M. Block

6 minute read

May 26, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal

Judges and attorneys frequently tout New Jersey's Law Against Discrimination (LAD) as one of the most protective anti-discrimination laws in the nation. While that is undoubtedly true, the LAD's liability scheme appears to contain a gaping loophole that enables "sole harassers" to avoid liability.

By Brian M. Block

6 minute read

May 24, 2023 | International Edition

New issues for litigators to grapple with including ESG and competition related-issues, a burgeoning litigation funding market and disputes related to crypto assets mean the London legal landscape remains an busy forum for resolution.

By Lizzie Shimmin and Clare Hennessey at Jenner & Block

4 minute read

March 08, 2023 | International Edition

Only 35% of court judges in England and Wales are women. This is not simply a matter of equality; it is also necessary for the effective functioning of the legal system.

By Lizzie Shimmin, Jenner & Block

4 minute read

March 07, 2023 | New York Law Journal

The pandemic has changed the way we use office space. New York City has a significant amount of under-occupied or vacant office real estate. Converting these commercial spaces to residential could help to solve the housing affordability crisis, but not every building is a viable candidate for a residential conversion—it's expensive to renovate, there are no tax breaks, and the commercial districts have not been re-zoned to permit these conversions—so how can they do it?

By Kenneth M. Block and Melissa T. Billig

5 minute read

November 08, 2022 | New York Law Journal

A well drafted agreement will lay out key business terms, the responsibilities of each party, and will manage expectations and risks. It is critical to balance what may be achievable with what is reasonable under the circumstances and, importantly, what hot button issues may derail contract negotiations.

By Kenneth M. Block and Melissa T. Billig

6 minute read

September 13, 2022 | New York Law Journal

In his Construction Law column, Ken Block outlines several business terms which may be included in a Request for Proposal (RFP), and provides examples of how the owner may want to handle them.

By Kenneth M. Block

6 minute read