On April 23 Congress added significant additional funding to support the PPP and other disaster-related loan programs, the original funding having been quickly exhausted. A portion of the new funding is earmarked specifically to provide assistance to small and minority-owned business and financial institutions.

Governmental unemployment assistance is typically not available for the self-employed, “gig” workers, independent contractors and others who do not have a traditional “employer-employee” relationship. As a result of the current COVID-19 pandemic, federal and state governments have acted to expand unemployment coverage to many of these individuals who have lost business income.

While there have been frequent news reports regarding denials of business interruption coverage by insurance companies during the coronavirus outbreak, review of the policy itself is important. Attorney Jim Sheils explains why.

The COVID-19 pandemic has touched the lives of billions across the globe. When it comes to events, each closure, cancellation, or indefinite postponement brings a flurry of legal questions pertaining to contract law. Read our recent BusinessWest article to learn more.

Estate planning can give you peace of mind and ensure your assets are protected. Appointing a healthcare proxy is an important step to make sure your medical decisions are honored. Attorney Michael Fenton shared his advice with Mass Appeal.

On April 3, 2020, Governor Baker signed the “Act to Address Challenges Faced by Municipalities and State Authorities Resulting from COVID-19” (the “Act”).

Information on the Emergency FMLA Expansion Act and the Paycheck Protection Program

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