We have been getting several calls on the question of the force majeure clauses in contracts. In this video, #Mattthelawyer talks about three common cases that are cropping up that could implicate a force majeure clause. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o-BL_hlniZg&t=1s ...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QSUoVFFxYWA&t=14s We are getting a lot of questions about salaried employees and employers wanting to cut salary in the COVID-19 crisis. Well, it is not that easy, as #Mattthelawyer explains. ...
It was bound to happen, the cash flow crunch is hitting some employers and layoffs are coming despite the efforts of the government. In this video I am talking about layoffs and the exemptions to the unemployment office requirement to be actively seeking work. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9M7ourL_fRE&t=225s ...
Governor Larry Hogan of Maryland has issued a list of essential businesses that may remain open during the public health emergency. If your business is not only the list, you are required to close your doors for the time being as of 5:00 p.m. on Monday, March...
If you have business interruption insurance, and you have been shut down by an order of the government, you may start to experience some difficulty in making a claim. While I don't have hard data, this is something to start talking about with your insurance...
As the end of March approaches, small business owners are going to be faced with the issues of rent amidst the COVID-19 crisis. Start talking to your landlord now. If you want some resources or potential contract language to give to your landlord, please schedule...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O8aJ1jEn_Yg&feature=youtu.be Current Legislation (As it stands as of this writing on March 17, 2020) The three most relevant sections are: “Division C – Emergency Family and Medical Leave Expansion Act”“Division E – Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act”“Division G – Tax Credits for Paid...
Governor Hogan has ordered more businesses to shut down as the battle to contain the COVID-19 virus continues. The latest orders have closed casinos, horse racing tracks, bars, restaurants, gyms, and health clubs. In general, the governor has shut places where people can congregate. Watch the...
On March 12, Maryland Governor Larry Hogan issued several actions to protect the state of Maryland from the escalating COVID-19, ranging from event limitations and school closures. What will be the impact of VCOVID-19 and these measures on small businesses in the state of Maryland? Matt...