April 22, 2024 | The Legal Intelligencer
Paving the Path Forward for Philadelphia 'Streeteries'As Philadelphia regulations surrounding the operation of streeteries have increased, the presence of streeteries has significantly decreased. In an attempt to revitalize streeteries, the city has recently undertaken various efforts to expand Philadelphia's streetery operations.
By Megan E. Moyer and Krystal R. Bordoni-Cowley
7 minute read
September 22, 2023 | The Legal Intelligencer
Keeping Pace With Phila.'s C-PACE: A Viable Tool in Sustainability EffortsThis article explores some of the recent updates to Philadelphia C-PACE laws and how commercial property owners have and continue to leverage C-PACE financing as a viable tool in their sustainability efforts.
By Megan E. Moyer and Krystal R. Bordoni-Cowley
6 minute read
April 27, 2022 | The Legal Intelligencer
C-PACE Funds Could be a Key Player in Phila.'s Carbon Neutral PushIn light of the recent changes to the Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) guidelines for Philadelphia, it is worthwhile to review the administration of the funding paradigm as a potential tool to support commercial property owners as they navigate the requirements and standards of the city's building energy performance program.
By Megan E. Moyer and Frederick N. Poindexter
7 minute read
April 26, 2021 | The Legal Intelligencer
A Primer on Confession of Judgment Provisions in Commercial Lease ContractsWouldn't it be nice to win your client's court case before even filing the complaint? In Pennsylvania, a properly drafted confession of judgment clause in a commercial lease can accomplish just that.
By Megan E. Moyer and Kevin M. Levy
7 minute read
January 24, 2020 | The Legal Intelligencer
Leasing Issues to Keep in Mind When Dealing With Marijuana BusinessesMarijuana business advocates still face legal risks since the substance in most forms remains illegal under the federal Controlled Substances Act.
By Megan E. Moyer and Kevin M. Levy
5 minute read
January 29, 2019 | FC&S Insurance
Protections and Limitations of Title Insurance—What You Need to KnowMost people have title insurance on their property but some may be unfamiliar with the concept, protections or limitations of title insurance. Title insurance…
By Megan E. Moyer and Ian M. Livaich
6 minute read
January 25, 2019 | The Legal Intelligencer
Protections and Limitations of Title Insurance—What You Need to KnowMost people have title insurance on their property but some may be unfamiliar with the concept, protections or limitations of title insurance.
By Megan E. Moyer and Ian M. Livaich
6 minute read
November 02, 2018 | The Legal Intelligencer
Compromise Breathes New Life Into Uncertain Future of Phila.'s Tax Abatement ProgramOn Sept. 13, Mayor Jim Kenney struck a last-minute compromise with city council before its fall session began later that day, concluding the debates—for now—on two controversial real estate issues in Philadelphia: the 10-year tax abatement program and the proposed 1 percent construction tax on new construction and major renovations.
By Martin J. Doyle, Megan E. Moyer and Ian M. Livaich
7 minute read