Employers must balance the need to keep employees from COVID-19 with employment discrimination laws.
Read MoreThe coronavirus pandemic has revealed gaps in traditional severability provisions, which leave parties vulnerable to having to decide between breaching a contract or violating a government order or CDC recommendation..
Read MoreBefore the coronavirus pandemic, only a handful of states allowed remote online notarization. Now, most states allow remote notaries.
Read MoreAn eviction moratorium only restricts the landlords from evicting tenants for not paying rent during the moratorium. Tenants still are required to pay rent and to pay it on time.
Read MoreMost tenants don't have the right to end their leases early. But if tenants read their leases, evaluate their circumstances, and fairly present the situation to the landlord, they may be able to negotiate a solution that works for everyone.
Read MoreLandlords can help tenants get through these challenging times by building a sense of community based upon education, social connection, and compassion.
Read MoreEffective April 13, people in Montgomery County, Maryland must wear face coverings in grocery stores, pharmacies, and large chain retail establishments. The State of New Jersey and many other local jurisdictions have adopted similar requirements.
Read MoreStay-at-home orders differ from orders closing non-essential businesses, which only restrict business activity. Stay-at-home orders limit individual movement and may impose criminal liability on individuals who violate them.
Read MoreMany contracts have material adverse change provisions, even if those words aren't used. Parties should examine contract material adverse change and related provisions to ensure they address the parties’ needs in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read MoreAlthough title companies, lenders, and contracting parties may be able to continue business by telecommuting during the coronavirus pandemic, they still may need to adapt and change their closing checklists to assure that closings go forward as planned.
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