On March 26, 2020, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued three new opinion letters to clarify how employers should account for incentive payments and imputed income in an employee’s regular rate of pay.
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In response to the national emergency brought by the coronavirus (COVID-19) epidemic, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has issued temporary license-renewal waivers to help states and commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers assist with relief efforts.
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The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has issued frequently asked questions (FAQs) that address exemptions to the paid leave requirements under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA). The FFCRA requires covered employers to provide their employees with paid sick leave or expanded family and medical leave for specified reasons related to COVID-19.
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Equipment and machinery represent some of the largest costs for farm operations. And, following a theft, disaster, accident or other loss, your business could face steep repair and replacement expenses as well as costly disruptions.
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A recent Executive Order issued by Governor Cuomo, together with recent amendments to the insurance and banking regulations issued by the New York State Department of Financial Services, extend grace periods and give you other rights under certain property/casualty insurance policies if you are an individual or small business and can demonstrate financial hardship as a result of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
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The U.S. Small Business Administration (“SBA”) is working directly with state governors to provide targeted, low-interest loans to small businesses and nonprofits that have been severely impacted by the coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
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