StokesLaw™ Briefs

The Building Operators and Managers Association has updated its standards for measuring rentable square footage. This post explains why commercial landlords should consider revising their lease forms.

In Centrum Financial Services v. Union Bank, decided December 17, 2017, the Court of Appeals clarified the limitations on the right of a junior lienholder to cure a default of a senior secured indebtedness. Tom Lerner reminds lenders to use caution when considering whether to foreclose on a second deed of trust.

On January 4, 2018, the prevailing wage rate to be paid to H-2A workers increases to $14.12 per hour in Washington. This post explains employers' requirements for hiring H-2A workers.

There are several reasons landlords should include a "Continuous Operations" clause in their retail leases. Serena Sayani explains the significance of this important clause.

The new tax reform law, commonly called the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act" (TCJA), is the biggest federal tax law overhaul in 31 years, and it has both good and bad news for taxpayers.

On January 1, 2018, Washington state's new I-1433 paid sick-leave requirements will take effect. Sarah Wixson explains what employers need to know.