COVID-19
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Department of Labor issues temporary rule regarding paid leave under the FFCRA
On April 1, the Department of Labor issued regulations regarding implementation of paid leave under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA). The temporary rule, effective April 1, 2020 through December 31, 2020, clarifies some of the questions raised by the FFCRA.
read moreSome states introduce legislation around insurance coverage exclusions for virus-related business interruption losses
Businesses throughout the country continue to experience revenue reduction and business disruptions related to mandated shutdowns and slowdowns resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. Many are looking into their options to recoup economic losses attributed under business interruption or income loss provisions contained in commercial property loss policies.
read moreCritical planning for construction companies during COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic is causing significant disruption in the economy, and construction companies are not spared. The first wave of disruption came from government orders that shutdown the economy. For the past week, Saxton & Stump’s Construction Law team has been fielding calls and advising on which projects can continue with work, requesting exemptions, working across state lines, and addressing specific project-related disruptions to manpower and the schedule.
read moreDeath care providers navigate COVID-19: frequently asked legal questions
Death care services remain classified as life-sustaining businesses and may continue physical operations under Gov. Tom Wolf’s order indefinitely closing non-life-sustaining businesses across Pennsylvania and his stay-at-home order effective in 33 counties through April 30.
read moreSmall business exemption under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA)
In anticipation of the upcoming compliance deadline, the Department of Labor (DOL) recently published updated guidance to help employers determine obligations under the Families First Coronavirus Act (FFCRA). The guidance, by way of an expanded Questions and Answers document, gives additional insight into whether and how small businesses may claim an exemption to the FFCRA’s paid leave provisions.
read morePresident Trump signs $2 trillion coronavirus relief bill – what it means for businesses
President Trump signed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act which provides $2 trillion in relief, including large sums of cash to hospitals and broader access to testing for individuals. The 880-page Act includes economic stimulus money ranging from individual rebates and small business loans to increased unemployment support and tax breaks. T
read moreFinancial relief available to Pennsylvania employers
In addition to the potential relief available under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act, Pennsylvania businesses may have two other potential avenues for relief - SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans and COVID-19 Working Capital Access Program (CWCA)
read moreThe effect of COVID-19 on employer-sponsored health plans: a comprehensive guide
Businesses across the country are grappling with the effects of the shutdown of operations resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. Employers have been left with a number of questions regarding health care coverage continuation, employer assistance payments, the employer penalty under the Affordable Care Act, and health plan coverage for COVID-19 testing and treatment.
read moreU.S. Department of Labor offers clarification on FFCRA, now effective April 1
The U.S. Department of Labor has published guidance for employers and employees on the recently-passed Families First Coronavirus Response Act.
read moreWorking Capital Assistance Fund announced by PA Industrial Development Authority
The Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority (PIDA) has announced $60 million in working capital loans available to businesses with less than 100 full-time employees. The application process is still being developed, but businesses who might qualify can find further details, including eligibility requirements, loan terms, and steps that they can take to prepare to apply, here.
read moreGovernor issues updated list of life sustaining businesses
Gov. Tom Wolf has updated the list of businesses considered “life-sustaining” under the Governor’s March 19, 2020 order requiring non-life-sustaining businesses to close physical operations.
read moreCOVID-19 impact on Pennsylvania hospitality and alcohol industries – what business owners need to know
The hospitality and alcohol industries are both leading the charge and taking the brunt of the effects of COVID-19 (coronavirus). As soon as cases were confirmed in Pennsylvania, many businesses immediately instituted sanitation practices that were unprecedented, only to be directed to close their doors to dine-in customers a few days later.
read more30-Day non-enforcement period for good-faith FFCRA compliance efforts
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS), U.S. Department of the Treasury and U.S. Department of Labor have announced plans to issue a temporary 30-day non-enforcement policy for good-faith efforts by employers who are working to come into compliance with the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA).
read moreCOVID-19 legislation impacts plan sponsors, employee benefit plans and plan participants
In Notice 2020-15 (the Notice), the IRS removes certain barriers for COVID-19 testing and treatment under the rules for health savings accounts (HSAs) and high-deductible health plans (HDHPs).
read moreFamilies First Coronavirus Response Act signed by President Trump, employers to comply by April 2
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) was signed into law last night by President Trump. Two important provisions of the FFCRA—the Emergency Family and Medical Leave Expansion Act and Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act—impact employers of fewer than 500 employees and public agency employers.
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