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February 25, 2025 – Commercial real estate executives have entered 2025 with a renewed sense of optimism – the highest level in five years, fueled by expectations of lower interest rates, increased availability of distressed assets, a gradual shift back to in-office work, and a rise in foreign investment, according to a new report published today by Seyfarth Shaw LLP. The report, based on the…

Jan 14, 2025 | seyfarth.com

As we begin the new year, Seyfarth’s Real Estate practice would like to know your views on the key trends and top concerns for the real estate market in 2025. We invite you to take our short two-minute survey. For Seyfarth’s 10th annual Real Estate Market Sentiment Survey, we ask you to share your views surrounding the impacts of inflation, artificial intelligence, distressed assets, foreign investment, and other critical issues facing the commercial real estate industry.

Nov 25, 2024 | seyfarth.com

The re-election of Donald Trump has renewed focus on policies prioritizing American interests. The “America First” agenda is expected to impact the logistics industry, both domestically and globally. As the new administration transitions in January 2025, stakeholders must assess the potential ramifications of these policies. By examining anticipated changes in energy, trade, and regulatory policies—and their effects on global trade dynamics—industry participants can better understand the future landscape for logistics and warehousing. This proactive approach will enable businesses to strategically position themselves and plan for anticipated changes, preparing for how the administration’s measures may reshape the industry.

Nov 14, 2024 | seyfarth.com

Sexual harassment in the workplace is a pervasive issue with serious consequences for both employees and employers. According to a 2023 Trade Union Congress poll, 60% of women reported experiencing sexual harassment, bullying, or verbal abuse at work. Starting from the 26 October 2024, UK employers are required to take “reasonable steps” to prevent sexual harassment within their workforce. This…

Nov 13, 2024 | seyfarth.com

In celebration of the recent release of the 6th Edition of the Government Contracts Compliance Handbook (authored by the Seyfarth Government Contracts Group), we’re sharing six essential questions and answers that every government contractor should be prepared to address regarding procurement fraud. This milestone edition dives into the complexities of compliance, criminal and civil penalties, and the administrative sanctions contractors may face. With procurement fraud risks continually evolving, these six questions provide a foundation for understanding major offense types and navigating the serious repercussions of non-compliance. Here’s what government contractors and their legal advisors need to know to stay compliant and protect their operations.