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ERISA 06.01.2020

3 Things You Need to Know About E-Delivery

With the devastating pandemic currently transpiring, it’s understandable if you have not kept up with the Labor Department’s final say on default electronic disclosure. Launched on May 21st, this rule includes new modifications in response…
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3 Things You Need to Know About E-Delivery
Contract Surety 06.01.2020

Cambridge Massachusetts Issues Revised Construction Order

On May 21st 2020, the MA Sector Specific Workplace Safety Standard for Construction Sites, the MA Safety Standards and the MA COVID-19 Checklist in Cambridge just released a modified temporary emergency construction order permitting construction…
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Cambridge Massachusetts Issues Revised Construction Order
ERISA 05.29.2020

IRS Issues Additional COVID-19 Relief

On May 28, the IRS issued Notice 2020-35, offering more administrative relief on deadlines applicable to employee benefits, employment taxes and exempt establishments impacted by COVID-19. Per Code Section 7508A, the Internal Revenue Service is…
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IRS Issues Additional COVID-19 Relief
Contract Surety 05.29.2020

OSHA Updates COVID-19 Guidance for Construction Industry

On May 27, 2020, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, or OSHA, refreshed its guidance for employers within the construction province. Though not legally binding, contractors are strongly encouraged to follow these recommendations when modifying…
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OSHA Updates COVID-19 Guidance for Construction Industry
ERISA 05.29.2020

House Signs Off on Paycheck Protection Fix Offering More Flexibility

The House of Representatives just approved a stand-alone rule that aims to alleviate snags small business leaders face under the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). Launched by Representatives Chip Roy (R-TX) and Dean Phillips (D-MN), the…
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House Signs Off on Paycheck Protection Fix Offering More Flexibility
Contract Surety 05.28.2020

Mississippi Business Reopen Monday

Governor Tate Reeves of Mississippi announced establishments can start business as usual as of Monday, provided they obey strict safety guidelines to slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus. The governor indicated that as of…
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Mississippi Business Reopen Monday
Contract Surety 05.26.2020

NYC School Construction to Resume After Receiving Stimulus Funds

With faculty and students diligently and safely continuing to work from their homes and slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus, the CEO and president of New York City’s School Construction Authority believes it is…
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NYC School Construction to Resume After Receiving Stimulus Funds
ERISA 05.22.2020

Three Helpful Considerations for Plan Fiduciaries During COVID-19

ERISA fiduciaries are steadily fine-tuning their decision-making processes in the face of the coronavirus epidemic. Any fiduciary decisions executed during this tumorous period may be particularly ripe for dispute by plan participants or regulators. To…
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Three Helpful Considerations for Plan Fiduciaries During COVID-19
ERISA 05.21.2020

Department of Labor Unveils Novel Safe Harbor for E-Delivery

As numerous Americans continue to work remotely during the start of the summer, the Labor Department has introduced a brand new safe harbor for electronic disclosures. The final rule initiated is congruent to the rule…
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Department of Labor Unveils Novel Safe Harbor for E-Delivery