To date, COVID-19 has led to the forced closures of many businesses and commercial spaces worldwide, both temporarily and permanently. While some can adapt and continue to work in safe numbers or controlled environments, others have been left with no… Read more
As the spread of COVID-19 virus creates anxiety and uncertainty across the globe, it also creates new opportunities for cyber fraud. On Saturday, the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) filed a complaint for a Temporary Restraining Order in the… Read more
As we reported earlier, the FFCRA creates two paid leave requirements for employers. The law goes into effect on April 1, 2020, and remains in effect until December 31, 2020. Employers with fewer than 500 employees are required to post… Read more
On a daily basis it is becoming more evident that businesses will be significantly affected by the Coronavirus (“COVID-19”). Businesses now have a growing number of resources and programs that can ease some of the financial burden. Below is a… Read more
As we all continue to deal with the rapidly evolving Coronavirus/COVID-19 situation, government contractors should be aware of policy guidance issued by government and DoD leadership that may impact them. On 19 March 2020, the Department of Homeland Security’s Cybersecurity… Read more
The Department of the Navy leadership has noted the need to eliminate barriers impacting the performance of government contractors comprising the Defense Industrial Base. In a memo issued on 20 March 2020 (available here) the Navy’s Acquisition Chief, “Hondo” Geurts,… Read more
The legal landscape relating to the extraordinary measures taken in connection with COVID-19 is constantly changing. We will attempt to keep this page updated, but you should consult your attorney and tax advisor for the latest information. General: There are… Read more
Federal Income Taxes Pursuant to the President’s emergency declaration, the Treasury Department and the IRS issued Notice 2020-18. The due date for filing Federal income tax returns and making Federal income tax payments due April 15, 2020, is automatically postponed… Read more
The Department of Labor issued a release giving details on the payroll tax credits for qualified emergency paid sick leave (EPSL) and emergency Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) leave under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA). More guidance will follow. Eligible employers who pay qualifying EPSL or… Read more
Much has already been written regarding the potential of COVID-19 to impact construction or development projects. For example, businesses may experience personnel or material shortages, or stoppages that result from Government-directed actions. These delays jeopardize project timelines and place businesses… Read more
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