by David Posteraro | Apr 16, 2020 | Government
By David Posteraro Businesses and individuals have rushed to respond to the many needs arising from the current crisis. The critical lack of protective masks, ventilators, disinfectants and other supplies has spurred efforts to find immediate solutions. Responders...
by Jon Pinney | Apr 15, 2020 | Finance, Government
By Jon J. Pinney To respond to the impact of COVID-19, the federal government has launched several financial relief programs for businesses and individuals. Despite being one of the hardest hit sectors, the commercial real estate industry has seen very little relief....
by Demetrius Robinson | Apr 14, 2020 | Employment, Finance
By Demetrius Robinson & Melissa Yasinow As we’ve previously discussed, the month-old Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) includes two mandatory paid leave provisions: the Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act (the “Sick Leave Act”) and the Emergency Family and...
by James P. Sammon | Apr 14, 2020 | Real Estate
By Jim Sammon & Matt Viola It’s no secret that the restaurant industry has been knocked to the canvas by the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. In order for it to rise again, it will be necessary for both restauranteurs – and, if they differ, their landlords – to...
by Stephanie Mercado | Apr 13, 2020 | Finance, Government
By Stephanie Mercado As mandated by Congress and the CARES Act, the Federal Reserve announced $2.3 trillion in new programs, including a new Main Street Lending Program as summarized below: Main Street Lending Program The Federal Reserve will provide $600B to purchase...