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Temporary increase in debt threshold under Subchapter 5 may provide relief for businesses amid COVID-19
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act temporarily increased the threshold for filing a petition under Subchapter 5 of Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code to $7,500,000, effective March 27, 2020. After...
EEOC updates guidance for return to work for at-risk employees
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently published updated guidance clarifying that employees with underlying medical conditions rendering them high risk for COVID-19 cannot be excluded from returning to the workplace solely on that basis....
CARES Act relief for physicians: understanding the deadlines and conditions of the Public Health and Social Service Emergency Fund
Starting on April 10, medical providers that serve Medicare patients started receiving deposits in their accounts from Optum Bank labeled “HHSPAYMENT.” While much recent focus has been on the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), $30 billion in relief for physicians, hospitals and medical practices was quietly distributed. But what are these funds for, and what conditions are attached to them?
read moreGuidance for death care businesses in the “yellow” phase of reopening Pennsylvania
On May 8, 24 counties in the northwest and north-central regions of Pennsylvania will move from the “red” to the “yellow” phase of Gov. Tom Wolf’s reopening process including Bradford, Cameron, Centre, Clarion, Clearfield, Clinton, Crawford, Elk, Erie, Forest, Jefferson, Lawrence, Lycoming, McKean, Mercer, Montour, Northumberland, Potter, Snyder, Sullivan, Tioga, Union, Venango and Warren.
read moreYou Got your PPP Loan, Now What? Attorney Erik Hume partners with Front Street Financial for webinar with guidance for businesses
Saxton & Stump attorney Erik Hume recently partnered with Front Street Financial to host an informational webinar about Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans, providing practical guidance for obtaining these loans and maximizing loan forgiveness. The presentation focused on key information for businesses who have already obtained their PPP loan and those hoping to obtain funds in the next phase of funding.
read moreAttorneys Sarah Ivy and Stephen Fleury give presentation on COVID-19 guidance for employers
Saxton & Stump attorneys Sarah K. Ivy and Stephen J. Fleury, Jr. recently presented on COVID-19 guidance and practical ways for providers to protect their employees and business. The webinar event was hosted by Pennsylvania Advocacy and Resources for Autism and Intellectual Disability (PAR).
read moreDepartment of Labor continues to refine FFCRA guidance
The Department of Labor continues to refine its guidance on the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), which mandates paid leave to employees at private companies of fewer than 500 and at most public sector employers when those employees cannot work or telework for specified reasons related to COVID-19.
read moreCOVID-19 telehealth and cybersecurity: attorney and consultant Jeffrey Miller featured in Warehaus Speaker Series
Jeffrey Miller recently sat down for a conversation for the Warehaus Speaker Series. During the Q&A podcast on April 17, titled COVID-19, Telehealth & Cybersecurity, Jeff provided answers on how the pandemic is currently impacting the delivery of healthcare services, with a focus on cybersecurity in the health care industry, and insights on taking preventative measures and improving processes for the future.
read morePA Department of Health issues FAQs about employee and customer safety order for life-sustaining businesses
The Pennsylvania Secretary of Health has issued answers to frequently asked questions about the April 15, 2020 order requiring employee and customer safety measures – including masks – at businesses continuing in-person operations. These FAQs provide important updates, including:
read moreDepartment of Health issues FAQs about employee and customer safety order for funeral homes and cemeteries
The Pennsylvania Secretary of Health has issued answers to frequently asked questions about the April 15, 2020 order requiring employee and customer safety measures – including masks – at businesses continuing in-person operations. These FAQs provide important updates, including some specific to death care operations:
read moreEEOC issues additional guidance related to ADA and COVID-19
On April 17, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) updated its COVID-19 guidance for employers seeking to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in a pandemic situation. New questions and answers provided by the EEOC address certain return-to-work topics and clarify that EEO laws, including the ADA, continue to apply during the pandemic, but they do not prevent employers from following Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and state and local health guidelines.
read moreRemotely signing estate planning documents in Pennsylvania during the COVID-19 pandemic
During these challenging and uncertain times, many people are understandably taking the time to review their estate planning documents. Saxton & Stump remains as flexible as possible within the framework of the government orders to help clients address their estate planning needs.
read moreInsurance policyholders file lawsuits seeking coverage for virus-related business interruption losses
Businesses across virtually every industry are facing devastating financial losses resulting from governmental closure orders and restrictions. As previously noted, many commercial property loss policies contain civil authority provisions, business interruption coverage and contingent business interruption provisions. Some businesses are insured under an “all risks” policy and there are numerous industry and individual business endorsements, some even specifically designed to cover “pandemic events.”
read moreOSHA issues temporary enforcement guidance related to COVID-19
This week the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued temporary enforcement guidance to its Regional Administrators and State Plan Designees for responding to COVID-19 related complaints, referrals and illness reports. The issuance of this guidance presents a timely reminder to employers that COVID-19 can be a recordable illness under OSHA recordkeeping requirements mandating that covered employers report work-related injuries and illnesses on an OSHA 300 log.
read moreEmployee and customer safety order for funeral homes and cemeteries
Today, the Pennsylvania Secretary of Health issued an order directing funeral homes, cemeteries and other life-sustaining businesses that are permitted to continue in-person operations to implement a series of safety measures for workers and customers.
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