In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is imperative that every precaution is taken to prevent the spread of the disease. At the workplace, employees may need to use the equipment and tools that their co-workers have used. As such, it is important to stress the need to properly clean tools and equipment after each use.

The coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak has impacted businesses across a variety of industries, forcing them to rethink their daily operations to ensure the safety of their employees and the general public. This is no different for retail operations, where multiple workers may come into contact with innumerable customers visiting the store throughout the workday. In these instances, just one misstep can lead to the quick spread of COVID-19, jeopardizing the well-being of workers.

The Small Business Administration, in consultation with the Department of the Treasury, intends to provide timely additional guidance to address borrower and lender questions concerning the implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program, established by section 1102 of the CARES Act.

Today, more and more restaurants are offering delivery services to their customers. While this brings convenience to customers and helps restaurants, it also opens up new insurance considerations. Even if delivery drivers have their own auto insurance, restaurant owners can be held liable for accidents that occur while the drivers are working.

As a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, many construction firms have had to cease operations to protect the health and safety of their employees and the public.

The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) global pandemic has caused organizations around the world to experience disruptions to their normal course of business. Common problems include mandatory remote work, business closures and quarantines, travel restrictions and breakdowns in the supply chain. The issues caused by the pandemic have raised an important question for many businesses: Does the COVID-19 global pandemic qualify as a “force majeure” event for purposes of their business contracts?