On July 22, 2020, to combat the District’s increase in coronavirus cases, Mayor Muriel Bowser signed an Order that mandates […]
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Increase in COVID-19 Related Workplace Claims
According to data collected by a leading law firm[1], about half (43%) of the 283 COVID-19-related lawsuits filed to date […]
IRS Issues Guidance for Safe Harbor (401k) Plans
On June 29, 2020, the IRS issued guidance providing updated COVID-19-related relief and other clarifications for sponsors considering mid-year changes […]
Trump Proclamation Expands Legal Immigration Restrictions
Effective June 24, 2020, President Trump issued a new Proclamation to expand legal immigration restrictions. The proclamation will bar new […]
SBA Releases New PPP Loan Forgiveness Application
On June 17, 2020 the Small Business Administration (SBA) announced a new two-page EZ application (SBA Form 3508EZ) as well […]
COVID Tax Relief for Businesses
Businesses affected by COVID-19 may qualify for tax relief though credits or deferrals. The following is a breakout of the […]
Businesses Must Keep the ADA in Mind as They Reopen
Effective May 21, 2020, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended that all individuals wear a mask or cloth […]
DOL Issues FAQ’s and Answers About Face Coverings, Surgical Masks and Respirators in the Workplace
On June 10th, the DOL’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) published a series of frequently asked questions and answers […]
OSHA Issues First COVID-19 Related Citation and Possible Fine
On May 18th, OSHA sent out its first COVID-19 related citation and possible fine to a nursing home in Georgia. […]
Business Reopening Guidelines for Washington, D.C. and Maryland
As of May 29, 2020, the District of Columbia began Phase One of reopening following COVID-19 closures. All jurisdictions in […]
Changes to the PPP Loan Program and Forgiveness Eligibility
The U.S. Senate passed by voice vote on June 3, 2020, the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Flexibility Act of 2020 […]
Michigan Lifts COVID-19 Shelter-in-Place Order; Workplace Safety Requirements Remain
On June 1, 2020, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer lifted the shelter-in-place order for Michigan due to COVID-19. She is now […]