COVID-19 Legal Resources
Welcome to our COVID-19 Legal Resources page. Sills
Cummis & Gross attorneys are fielding client inquiries that are touching on
every conceivable ramification of the COVID-19 situation.
For your convenience, the client alerts already issued are below. Please check back often. We will be updating and
adding information on various issues and solutions as they unfold.
In the
meantime, please do not hesitate to call or email us as your company works
through these uncertain times.
Contractual Issues
Employment Issues
Environmental Issues
Estate and Tax Planning Issues
Finance Issues
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IMPORTANT GUIDANCE RELEASED – Interim Final Rules for the Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act (the Economic Aid Act)
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Second Tranche Paycheck Protection Program Funds Authorized by the Consolidated Appropriations Act
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SBA Releases Procedural Notice for PPP Borrowers Engaging in M&A Transactions
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Federal Reserve Announces Updated Guidance Regarding Main Street Lending Program for Small and Mid-sized Businesses
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SBA Rulemaking and Guidance Challenged in Federal Lawsuits in Connection with PPP Loan Guidance
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Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act Signed into Law
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SBA Releases Loan Forgiveness and Other Guidance
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Updated Frequently Asked Questions Pertaining to the Paycheck Protection Program—Smaller Borrower Safe Harbor and Other Relief Regarding Borrower Necessity Certification
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Paycheck Protection Program – Extension of Certification Safe Harbor Through May 14, 2020
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Updated Frequently Asked Questions Pertaining to the Paycheck Protection Program—Borrower Certification Risks
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New Interim Final Rule Pertaining to the Paycheck Protection Program
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Additional Funds Made Available under the Paycheck Protection Program and the EIDL Program
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Useful Guidance Regarding the Paycheck Protection Program Loans
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New Guidance for Independent Contractors, Sole Proprietors and Partnerships under the Paycheck Protection Program
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UPDATED - Timely Economic Relief Information: CARES Act, New York, and New Jersey Specific Information
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IMPORTANT SBA GUIDANCE RELEASED – Frequently Asked Questions for the Paycheck Protection Program under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act)
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Interim Final Rule: Ineligibility of Certain Borrowers Under Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)
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UPDATE – Payroll Tax Relief under the CARES Act and Other Tax Considerations in Connection with the Paycheck Protection Program
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IMPORTANT GUIDANCE RELEASED – Interim Final Rule for the Paycheck Protection Program under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act)
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COVID-19 and Financial Assistance Available to Small Businesses
Health Care Issues
Insurance Coverage Issues
Litigation Issues
New Jersey Remote Notary Info
New Jersey Specific Inventory Reporting Info
Price Gouging Issues
Real Estate Issues
Real Estate/Land Use
Issues
Real Estate/Lending Issues
Real Estate/Multi-Family Issues
Real Estate/Tax Issues
Official Government COVID-19 Business Resources
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Press Releases
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12/21/2020
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5/12/2020
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3/17/2020
In The News Items
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ROI-NJ
2/11/2021
Ted Zangari
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New Jersey Law Journal
2/11/2021
Joshua N. Howley, Michael J. Geraghty
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ROI-NJ
12/28/2020
Ted Zangari, Cecilia I. Lassiter
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The Wall Street Journal
8/12/2020
Peter G. Verniero
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New Jersey Law Journal
8/12/2020
Peter G. Verniero
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Commerce
8/3/2020
Ted Zangari
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ROI-NJ
6/16/2020
R. Max Crane
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ROI-NJ
6/16/2020
R. Max Crane
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ROI-NJ
5/14/2020
Mark S. Olinsky
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ROI-NJ
5/8/2020
Meryl A.G. Gonchar
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The Star-Ledger
5/4/2020
Peter G. Verniero
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Bergen Record
5/3/2020
Peter G. Verniero
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NAIOP NJ WeekEnder Brief
3/27/2020
Meryl A.G. Gonchar
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ROI-NJ
3/20/2020
Ted Zangari
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Presentations
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Commercial Real Estate Women of New Jersey
5/6/2021
Cecilia I. Lassiter
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New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education
5/4/2021
Joshua N. Howley
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New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education
3/24/2021
Grace A. Byrd
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New Jersey Builders Association
3/8/2021
Thomas H. Prol
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ALFA International
3/2/2021
Scott D. Stimpson
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Discovery Techniques in Business Litigation and Handling Depositions in a COVID World
New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education
12/10/2020
David L. Cook
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New Jersey Builders Association
12/1/2020
Adam J. Faiella
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North Jersey Jewish Business Alliance
11/16/2020
David I. Rosen, Jill Turner Lever
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National Institute of Justice
9/23/2020
Thomas H. Prol
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New Jersey Builders Association
9/14/2020
Meryl A.G. Gonchar, Andrew B. Robins
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ALFA International - Business Litigation Practice Group
7/22/2020
Mark S. Olinsky
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Licensing Executives Society
7/16/2020
Ira A. Rosenberg, Lori M. Waldron
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Choose New Jersey, The New Jersey Israeli Commission, BioJerusalem and BioNJ
6/1/2020
Mark S. Levenson
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New Jersey State Bar Association
5/27/2020
Thomas H. Prol
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Commercial Real Estate Women of New Jersey
5/7/2020
Lori M. Waldron, Jason L. Sobel
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Publications
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New Jersey Law Journal - E-Discovery & Complex Litigation Supplement
4/12/2021
Beth S. Rose, R. Michael Riecken
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Law360
10/7/2020
Mark S. Levenson, Jeffrey Gaskill
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7/20/2020
James M. Hirschhorn, Mark S. Olinsky
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The National Law Review
6/10/2020
Brian A. Haskel
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Law360
5/12/2020
Lori M. Waldron
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Corporate Counsel Business Journal
5/1/2020
Charles H. Newman
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4/30/2020
Ted Zangari
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ROI-NJ
3/22/2020
Richard H. Epstein
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Client Alerts
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The American Rescue Plan: A Mixed Bag for Employers
Employment and Labor
3/15/2021
David I. Rosen, Jill Turner Lever
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IMPORTANT GUIDANCE RELEASED – Interim Final Rules for the Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act (the Economic Aid Act)
Finance
1/15/2021
Brian A. Haskel, Alan E. Sherman, Lori M. Waldron
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Second Tranche Paycheck Protection Program Funds Authorized by the Consolidated Appropriations Act
Finance
1/7/2021
Brian A. Haskel, Alan E. Sherman, Jason L. Sobel, Lori M. Waldron
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Important COVID-19 Employment Law Updates: The EEOC and Congress Take Further Action
Employment and Labor
12/29/2020
David I. Rosen, Jill Turner Lever
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COVID-19 Update: Second Wave Leads to Additional New York and New Jersey Workplace Restrictions
Employment and Labor
11/2/2020
David I. Rosen, Jill Turner Lever
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SBA Releases Procedural Notice for PPP Borrowers Engaging in M&A Transactions
Finance
10/12/2020
Brian A. Haskel, Alan E. Sherman, Jason L. Sobel, Lori M. Waldron
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Ten Estate Planning Tips as We Emerge from a Pandemic and Head into a Presidential Election
Trusts and Estates
10/8/2020
Joseph P. Scorese
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NJ Grants Essential Workers Who Contract COVID Enhanced Workers’ Compensation Coverage
Employment and Labor
10/5/2020
David I. Rosen, Jill Turner Lever
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New Jersey Extends Numerous Permits and Approvals Under the Permit Extension Act of 2020; Mandatory Registration Required by October 8th
Land Use/Real Estate
9/17/2020
Adam J. Faiella
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Sick and Tired of Sick Leave Laws? New York Employers Need to Get Ready for New State Paid Sick Leave Requirements
Employment and Labor
9/1/2020
Jill Turner Lever, Jordan E. Pace
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Severance: To Pay or Not To Pay
Employment and Labor
7/20/2020
Jill Turner Lever, Jordan E. Pace
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New OSHA FAQs Address the Risks and Limitations of Wearing Workplace Face Coverings
Employment and Labor
7/10/2020
David I. Rosen, Jordan E. Pace
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Governor Murphy Signs Permit Extension Act of 2020 Into Law
Land Use/Real Estate
7/2/2020
Adam J. Faiella
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Federal Reserve Announces Updated Guidance Regarding Main Street Lending Program for Small and Mid-sized Businesses
Finance
6/19/2020
Brian A. Haskel, Alan E. Sherman, Jason L. Sobel, Lori M. Waldron
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Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act Signed into Law
Finance
6/5/2020
Brian A. Haskel, Alan E. Sherman, Jason L. Sobel, Lori M. Waldron
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Getting Back to Business: Are You Ready to Reopen in the New Normal?
Employment and Labor
6/5/2020
David I. Rosen, Jill Turner Lever
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SBA Releases Loan Forgiveness and Other Guidance
Finance
5/28/2020
Brian A. Haskel, Alan E. Sherman, Jason L. Sobel, Lori M. Waldron
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Risky Business: COVID-19 Employment Litigation Claims Will Be on the Rise
Employment and Labor
5/19/2020
David I. Rosen, Grace A. Byrd, Jill Turner Lever
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Paycheck Protection Program – Extension of Certification Safe Harbor Through May 18, 2020
Finance
5/15/2020
Brian A. Haskel, Alan E. Sherman, Jason L. Sobel, Lori M. Waldron
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Updated Frequently Asked Questions Pertaining to the Paycheck Protection Program—Borrower Certification Risks
Finance
5/15/2020
Brian A. Haskel, Alan E. Sherman, Jason L. Sobel, Lori M. Waldron
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Non-Essential Construction Permitted to Resume in NJ on May 18
Real Estate
5/14/2020
Mark S. Levenson, Jeffrey Meltzer
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Updated Frequently Asked Questions Pertaining to the Paycheck Protection Program—Smaller Borrower Safe Harbor and Other Relief Regarding Borrower Necessity Certification
Finance
5/13/2020
Brian A. Haskel, Alan E. Sherman, Jason L. Sobel, Lori M. Waldron
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Sellers Beware – The COVID-19 Pandemic Has Opened the “Price Gouging” Pandora’s Box
Business Crimes/White Collar Criminal Defense
5/12/2020
Mark S. Olinsky, James M. Hirschhorn, Lori M. Waldron
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Governor Murphy Issues Extensions of NJDEP Timeframes and Deadlines
Environmental/Land Use
5/4/2020
Andrew B. Robins
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HHS Announces Disbursement of Additional $20 Billion from Provider Relief Fund COVID-19
Health Care
4/30/2020
Charles H. Newman
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Re-Imagining the Shopping Center Post-COVID: Zoning Changes Needed to Accommodate Store Features No Longer Deemed Convenience Amenities
Land Use/Real Estate
4/30/2020
Kevin J. Moore
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New Interim Final Rule Pertaining to the Paycheck Protection Program
Finance
4/27/2020
Brian A. Haskel, Alan E. Sherman, Jason L. Sobel, Lori M. Waldron
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Additional Funds Made Available under the Paycheck Protection Program and the EIDL Program
Finance
4/24/2020
Brian A. Haskel, Alan E. Sherman, Jason L. Sobel, Lori M. Waldron
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Going Dark: Land Use Implications of Converting Retail Space to “Dark Stores” for Fulfilling Online Orders
Land Use/Real Estate
4/21/2020
Adam J. Faiella
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IRS Tax Relief Notice for 1031 Deferred Exchanges Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic
Real Estate/Tax
4/21/2020
Mark S. Levenson, Alan E. Sherman, Matthew J. Correia
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NJ Permits Remote Notary of Documents Using Audio-Visual Communication Technology
Real Estate
4/17/2020
Mark S. Levenson, Jeffrey Meltzer
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UPDATED - Timely Economic Relief Information: CARES Act, New York, and New Jersey Specific Information
Finance
4/16/2020
Brian A. Haskel, Alan E. Sherman, Jason L. Sobel, Lori M. Waldron
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Useful Guidance Regarding the Paycheck Protection Program Loans
Finance
4/16/2020
Brian A. Haskel, Alan E. Sherman, Jason L. Sobel, Lori M. Waldron
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IMPORTANT GUIDANCE RELEASED – Interim Final Rule for the Paycheck Protection Program under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act)
Finance
4/16/2020
Brian A. Haskel, Jason L. Sobel, Lori M. Waldron
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New Guidance for Independent Contractors, Sole Proprietors and Partnerships under the Paycheck Protection Program
Finance
4/15/2020
Brian A. Haskel, Alan E. Sherman, Jason L. Sobel, Lori M. Waldron
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UPDATE – Payroll Tax Relief under the CARES Act and Other Tax Considerations in Connection with the Paycheck Protection Program
Finance/Tax
4/15/2020
Brian A. Haskel, Alan E. Sherman, Jason L. Sobel, Lori M. Waldron
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First $30 Billion of the $100 Billion Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund to be Released to Providers
Health Care
4/14/2020
Charles H. Newman
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Recording Complications May Delay NY Real Estate Construction Financings
Lending/Real Estate
4/9/2020
Mark S. Levenson, Jeffrey Meltzer
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Governor Murphy Announces Shutdown of Non-Essential Construction
Land Use/Real Estate
4/9/2020
Adam J. Faiella
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New Jersey Businesses Face Additional COVID-19 Mitigation Requirements
Employment and Labor
4/9/2020
David I. Rosen, Grace A. Byrd, Jill Turner Lever
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IMPORTANT SBA GUIDANCE RELEASED – Frequently Asked Questions for the Paycheck Protection Program under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act)
Finance
4/7/2020
Brian A. Haskel, Alan E. Sherman, Jason L. Sobel, Lori M. Waldron
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Potential Relief for 1031 Deferred Exchanges during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Real Estate/Tax
4/7/2020
Mark S. Levenson, Alan E. Sherman, Matthew J. Correia
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Interim Final Rule: Ineligibility of Certain Borrowers Under Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)
Finance
4/4/2020
Brian A. Haskel, Alan E. Sherman, Jason L. Sobel, Lori M. Waldron
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NJDCA Issues Guidelines Clearing the Way for Virtual Zoning & Planning Board Hearings
Land Use/Real Estate
4/3/2020
Ted Zangari, Meryl A.G. Gonchar, Thomas H. Prol, Corey Klein
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FFCRA Employee Notice Requirements Are Now in Effect
Employment and Labor
4/1/2020
David I. Rosen, Grace A. Byrd, Jill Turner Lever
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Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Announces Accelerated/Advance Payments for Medicare Providers
Health Care
3/30/2020
Charles H. Newman
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Issues Facing Commercial Mortgage Lenders in the COVID-19 Pandemic
Commercial Lending/Real Estate
3/30/2020
Michael R. Leighton, Joshua N. Howley, Clint Kakstys
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Business Interruption Insurance Coverage Issues Arising from the COVID-19 Pandemic
Insurance and Reinsurance
3/27/2020
Thomas S. Novak, Elissa J. Glasband
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COVID-19: New Jersey Inventory Reporting Requirement - Deadline, March 27, 5:00 P.M.
Health Care
3/27/2020
Charles H. Newman
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The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act
Finance
3/26/2020
Brian A. Haskel, Lori M. Waldron
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Multi-Family Property Forbearance Relief Under Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac
Real Estate
3/26/2020
Mark S. Levenson, Matthew J. Correia
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Latest Update: New Jersey & New York Governors Issue New, Expansive COVID-19 Executive Orders
Employment and Labor
3/24/2020
David I. Rosen, Grace A. Byrd, Jill Turner Lever
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Coronavirus Employment Law Update: Latest Federal, New York and New Jersey Legislation and Executive Orders
Employment and Labor
3/20/2020
David I. Rosen, Grace A. Byrd, Jill Turner Lever
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COVID-19 Tax, Trusts and Estates Information
Estate and Tax Planning
3/20/2020
Allan C. Bell, Simon Levin, Alan E. Sherman, Joseph P. Scorese, Charles S. Zucker, Matthew B. Abrams, Gregory E. Mulroy
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COVID-19 Legal Resources: It's Not Too Early to Consider Extending Building Permits & Approvals
Land Use/Real Estate
3/20/2020
Ted Zangari
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COVID-19 and Financial Assistance Available to Small Businesses
Finance
3/20/2020
Jason L. Sobel
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COVID-19 and Contractual Obligations
Corporate
3/19/2020
Ira A. Rosenberg, Charles H. Newman
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Insurance Coverage Issues Arising from the COVID-19 Pandemic
Insurance and Reinsurance
3/16/2020
Thomas S. Novak, Elissa J. Glasband
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The Coronavirus: Best Practices to Mitigate Risks in the Workplace
Employment and Labor
3/5/2020
David I. Rosen, Grace A. Byrd, Jill Turner Lever
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