Andrew Goldenberg, left, and Adam Levy, partners at Levy Goldenberg. Courtesy Photos

This article is based on the recent First Department decision, “Reeves v. Associated Newspapers, Ltd.” which presents the issue of what...

Use clauses are important aspects of commercial lease agreements, as they define the scope of the activities a tenant may engage in while in possession of the property, thus protecting the landlord and potentially other tenants of the same building. 

Without some way to ensure compliance, though, use...