In the wake of the Sitzer | Burnett verdict, the number of bombshell lawsuits has rapidly multiplied — putting more pressure than ever on real estate’s status quo. Here’s a rundown of all the cases.
Source: Inman News
Commission lawsuits are piling up. Keep track of them all right here
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