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On March 9, 2020, Governor Ron DeSantis declared Florida in a state of emergency due to the spread of the COVID-19 virus. As of March 20, 2020, the Florida Department of Health has confirmed over 500 Florida residents have tested positive for the virus. Due to the spread of COVID-19,…

Uncertain times lead to unanticipated concerns, and we grapple for clarity where none seems to exist. The most obvious question on many agents’ (and clients’) minds is whether the “Force Majeure” provision of the FAR/BAR contract allows a party to cancel. In a word, no, at least not initially. Section…

Coronavirus and COVID-19 have changed almost every aspect of our daily routines and behavior. Unfortunately, the changes that are crucial to flatten the curve and mitigate the immediate public health crisis – social distancing, reducing travel, avoiding crowded areas, working remotely, homeschooling – are also causing widespread devastation to small…

This post has been updated as of March 19 with the latest information available. Updates are noted in bold red text throughout.  Given the ongoing concerns about the COVID-19 coronavirus (“COVID-19”) epidemic, employers in all fields want some practical guidance on how to address this situation. Regardless of field, employers…

Relief for American taxpayers amid the COVID-19 outbreak came in two forms on Wednesday, March 18, 2020. First, IRS action to postpone the April 15 income tax payment deadline. Second, Congress enacted the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (H.R. 6201), which provides for a refundable payroll tax credit for small…