On May 13, 2020, the United States Small Business Administration updated its Frequently Asked Questions guidance to provide guidance on the a borrower’s good-faith certification concerning the necessity of a
SBA Updated Guidance Regarding Necessity
Preparing Your Workforce for Re-Opening
A replay of McLane Middleton’s webinar on May 12, 2020 featuring attorneys Jennifer L. Parent and Charla Bizios Stevens, and Stephanie Marshall from KGA.
Governor Baker Announces 4-Phased Approach to Reopening Massachusetts
On Monday, May 11, Governor Baker announced a four-phased approach to reopening the Massachusetts economy. As set out in the announcement, the 4-Phases outlined are as follows: PHASE 1 “Start”:
NH’s Emergency Orders and Rules Addressing COVID-19
Updated 5/11/2020 Public officials in New Hampshire have issued a series of executive orders and modified government regulations in response to the Novel Coronavirus. Please contact McLane Middleton with questions
Know the Law: Guidelines for Reopening Your Business
By: Charla Stevens Q. Now That the First Phase of Reopening NH Business Has Begun, What Are My Responsibilities as an Employer? A. On May 1, 2020 the Governor’s Economic
Considerations for Re-Opening Your Business
Adam M. Hamel and Linda. S Johnson discuss considerations for re-opening your business in this webinar. Additional panelists include: The Honorable David Shulkin, Ninth Secretary, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs;
You Have a PPP Loan. Now What Do You Need to Do?
Linda S. Johnson provides an overview PPP Loans. If you would like to view this webinar, from May 6, 2020, please email marketing@mclane.com. To receive information on future education events
Massachusetts Allows Certain Non-Essential Businesses to Open in a Limited Capacity
By Andrew P. Botti Massachusetts is now allowing non-essential businesses to “bring in a small number of employees to remotely fulfill online or phone orders.” The remote fulfillment guidelines require
The Internal Revenue Service Clarifies the Deductibility of Expenses Paid with the Proceeds of a Loan Made Under the PPP
Updated 5/15/2020 On Tuesday, May 12, 2020, leadership of the United States House of Representatives proposed a bill, the “Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions Act” or the “HEROES
New Hampshire Takes First Step Towards Re-Opening Economy
The State of New Hampshire is gradually taking steps to re-open the economy. On May 1, 2020, Governor Sununu issued Emergency Order #40, which modifies and extends Emergency Order #17,
IRS Guidance on Estate and Gift Tax Deadline Postponements
On April 28, 2020, the Internal Revenue Service issued additional guidance on how the recent postponement of filing deadlines affect gift tax returns, estate tax returns and various associated items.
Q&A for the Paycheck Protection Program Loan Forgiveness
Replay of McLane Middleton’s webinar from April 30, 2020 featuring attorneys Patrick C. Closson and Kimberly A. Kramer.
Employers Need to Know Requirements for COVID-19 Paid Sick Leave
(Co-written by Christina Denbow) The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) requires small and midsize businesses to provide paid sick leave to their employees through two of its provisions: (1)
Massachusetts Passes Emergency Law Authorizing Remote Notarization And Witnessing
On April 27, 2020, in response to the disruptions caused by the coronavirus pandemic and by the continued state of emergency, Governor Baker signed into law “An Act Providing For
Paycheck Protection Program Loan Forgiveness
Replay of McLane Middleton’s webinar on April 28, 2020 featuring attorneys Patrick C. Closson and Kimberly A. Kramer.
Know the Law: The PREP Act’s Impact on Private Businesses and Individuals
Published in the Union Leader (4/26/2020) Q: Does my business risk facing liability by providing products and services in response to COVID-19? A: On March 10, the secretary of Health