April 21, 2020
Recently, some workers who work in jobs that have been deemed to be essential are expressing fear about coming to work. When this situation arises, employers of essential workers need to take into consideration the understandable concerns an employee may…
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April 4, 2020
The CARES Act amends the Small Business Act 15 USC 636 (a) to add the Paycheck Protection Program (“PPP”) to provide loans to small businesses, nonprofit organizations, veterans’ organizations, or Tribal businesses in an effort to keep workers employed during…
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April 1, 2020
Late yesterday, the IRS published a series of FAQs on tax credits for FFCRA/COVID-19 related leave. This guidance includes the documentation an employer must have in order to substantiate its eligibility for these tax credits. Questions 44-46 of the FAQs address the…
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March 26, 2020
Updated: March 26, 2020In an effort to curb financial constraints caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has postponed the filing and payment due dates for Federal income tax returns until July 15, 2020. This extension allows individuals (including…
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March 25, 2020
Today, the Department of Labor published the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) posters and frequently asked questions surrounding the posters. As with our previous update, the FFCRA requires certain employers to provide employees with paid sick leave or expanded…
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March 25, 2020
UPDATE – The DOL Issues Updated Guidance – The Families First Coronavirus Response Act is Effective April 1, 2020 On March 18, 2020, the U.S. Senate approved the House-passed Families First Coronavirus Response Act (“FFCRA”). The bill was sent to and signed by…
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March 20, 2020
Scammers are trying to take advantage of individuals during this historic time. There has been an uptick of emails with malicious attachments or links preying on COVID-19 and the desire to have more information. These emails are drafted in an…
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March 19, 2020
On March 17, 2020, the EEOC finally released updated guidance on how to navigate the ADA now that spread of the coronavirus/COVID-19 has been declared a pandemic (What You Should Know About the ADA, the Rehabilitation Act, and COVID-19). It…
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March 18, 2020
During these unconventional times, families committed to being good co-parents and putting the interest and safety of their children first should consider these practical tips:Stay Informed: Get your information regarding COVID-19 from reliable sources such as the CDC at: cdc.gov/coronavirus…
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March 18, 2020
On March 18, 2020, the U.S. Senate approved the House-passed Families First Coronavirus Response Act (“FFCRA”). The bill was sent to and signed by the President on March 18, 2020 and will be effective 15 days from signing – April…
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March 18, 2020
An Important Message to Our Clients Regarding COVID-19 & Our Firm’s ResponseDear Clients, Community, Partners, and Friends,Shuttleworth & Ingersoll is determined to do our part to stop the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) while ensuring that all of your legal…
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March 17, 2020
Effective as of March 15, 2020, HHS Secretary Alex Azar has exercised the authority to waive sanctions and penalties against a covered hospital that does not comply with the following provisions of the HIPAA Privacy Rule:• the requirements to obtain…
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