Attention Commercial Landlords! Tenants Affected by Shutdowns Might Have the Right to Rent-Free Extension Terms

In recent years, brick-and-mortar businesses faced hardship with government shutdowns forcing them to pay expenses without revenue. Desperate for relief, tenants sought court help but were consistently denied and required to pay rent regardless. Refer to my previous column for more on this matter. Though it may appear that landlords emerged as winners when tenants …