An Evolving “New Normal”: OSHA’s Recent COVID-19 Policy Changes
As the COVID-19 pandemic has evolved, so too have OSHA policies, as seen in three recent OSHA announcements affecting the construction industry. OSHA issued new
June 18, 2020
Senate passes bill to increase flexibility for small-business loan program, sending it to Trump’s desk
The Senate passed legislation the Paycheck Protection Flexibility Act (ACT) last night. This legislation extends the covered period from eight weeks to 24 weeks. This
June 4, 2020
Economist: Contractors should prepare for a coronavirus-triggered recession
The risk of recession over the next three to six months is arguably more elevated than at any period since 2007,” said economist Anirban Basu,
May 26, 2020
Construction Employment Shrinks In 49 States And D.C. In April; New Association Survey Finds Mix Of Layoffs, Pickup In Hiring In May
Construction employment declined in the District of Columbia and every state except South Dakota in April, an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of new
May 26, 2020
SBA Releases New Guidance re: PPP loans
The Small Business Administration (SBA) updated its guidance in the form of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) yesterday. FYI: the
May 4, 2020
Employer Tax Credits Form and Employee Retention Credit Guidance Posted by the IRS
The IRS announced on April 1 that the new Form 7200, Advance Payment of Employer Credits Due to COVID-19 is available for employers to use to
April 3, 2020
CARES Act Provisions
In addition to the loan and stimulus programs available to businesses, the passage of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act includes a
March 30, 2020
Paychex Webinar may offer some clarity
As legislation surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, we know that many of you may be seeking guidance as to exactly how and when
March 28, 2020
Where to go for funds? We’re working on it. In the meantime, here are some resources
Where do you go for funds? We’re working on it! Here is some information received from McCarthy & Company and their SBA partners that we
March 28, 2020
Families First Coronavirus Response Act Now Takes Effect April 1, 2020
In a major development, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced that the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) will now take effect April 1,
March 27, 2020
CARES Act Provides Businesses Paycheck Protection Loans
This advisory is very preliminary and will be followed by more detailed advisories, but in the meantime you should be aware of what could be a game-changer
March 26, 2020
Coronavirus Employment Law Update: Paid FMLA, Paid Sick Leave, and Other FAQs
During this unprecedented crisis, the rules for employers are changing every day as federal, state, and local lawmakers issue new regulations, restrictions, and reporting requirements.
March 22, 2020