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New York Extends COVID-19 Restrictions on Utility Activities [Alert]

April 23, 2020

Publication - Utility & Energy

William Lesser discusses how the extension of Gov. Cuomo's New York State on PAUSE order impacts the utility industry.


Contracting to Avoid Force Majeure Litigation in the Midst of the COVID-19 Pandemic [Alert]

April 23, 2020

Publication - Commercial Litigation, White Collar Defense & Investigations

Abby L. Sacunas and Nicole H. Sprinzen discuss possible language for new and future contracts to avoid contract disputes that arise out of COVID-19 and future pandemics.


2nd Circ. Ruling Widens TCPA Autodialer Circuit Split

April 23, 2020

Publication

Daniel Brewer and Marie Bussey-Garza contributed an article to Law360.


‘Work Sharing’ Offers Lifeline to Companies Eyeing Virus Rebound

April 23, 2020

News - Labor & Employment

George Voegele was quoted in Bloomberg Law discussing employer concerns with "work sharing" that allows employees to tap into jobless benefits when their hours are reduced.


Litigation During the Pandemic: Remote Depositions [Alert]

April 23, 2020

Publication - Commercial Litigation

Michael de Leeuw, Adam Schlatner, and Amy Alderfer discuss things to consider before taking your first remote deposition.


COVID-19: Effects on Canadian Civil Procedures, Limitation Periods [The Lawyers Daily]

April 23, 2020

Publication - Subrogation & Recovery

Pamela Pengelley and Charles Batrouny contributed an article titled, "COVID-19: Effects on Canadian Civil Procedures, Limitation Periods" to The Lawyers Daily. In this article, they discuss the effects of COVID-19 on our court systems.


Furlough vs. layoff? As more workers lose their jobs, here’s what to know about your rights and benefits

April 22, 2020

News - Labor & Employment

David Barron spoke with Fortune about the rights that furloughed employees have.


FEMA Issues Further Guidance on PPE Exports [Alert]

April 22, 2020

Publication - Trade Regulation, Export Controls & Sanctions, Transportation & Trade

Don Kassilke and Wayne Rohde discuss FEMA's additional guidance about the 10 categories of PPE exports that would be exempt from the recent, temporary ban.


US Regulator Grants Exemption for Drone Flight During Lockdown [Financial Times]

April 22, 2020

News - Aviation Litigation, Insurance Coverage - Aviation

Bill Walsh was quoted in an article in the Financial Times titled, "US Regulator Grants Exemption for Drone Flight During Lockdown." This article discusses a new coronavirus-related waiver for drone flight which allows an oil and gas company in Houston, TX to use unmanned aircraft instead of humans to inspect its facilities while the staff remains in lockdown.


Frequently Asked Questions: Financial Assistance for Small, Mid-sized and Distressed Sector Businesses

April 22, 2020

Publication

James Argionis and Steven Dickinson wrote a white paper in conjunction with Gallagher on guidance in regard to the CARES Act and what this means for different types of businesses.


Texas Supreme Court Follows Through on Barbara Technologies and Ortiz With Three Important New Decisions [Alert]

April 22, 2020

Publication - Bad Faith, Insurance Coverage

Karl A. Schulz and Stephen P. Pate discuss three recent cases decided by the Texas Suprme Court that revived policyholder suits that were in limbo when Barbara Technologies and Ortiz were decided.


Demand for Information-Sharing Platforms Has Soared, Raising Privacy Concerns With Regulators [Alert]

April 22, 2020

Publication - State Attorneys General

Lori Kalani and Ann-Marie Luciano discuss privacy and data security issues state AGs are investigating and what technology companies can do to prevent these issues.


Jennifer Brandt Appears on Court TV

April 21, 2020

News - Family Law

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Practice, was a guest on Court TV.


As Unemployment Claims Grow, Here Are Answers To Some Of Your Biggest Questions

April 21, 2020

News - Labor & Employment

Jeremy Glenn discussed with CBS 2 Chicago some of the biggest questions regarding unemployment benefits during the COVID-19 pandemic.


Tax Issues to Consider in Buying or Holding Distressed Debt

April 21, 2020

Publication - Tax

Tom Gallagher and Dennis Cohen identify some of the income tax issues purchasers of distressed debt of non-publicly traded entities face when making individual investments, acquiring a portfolio of distressed debt at an unallocated price, and considering how to fund the acquisitions.


How COVID-19 Might Uproot Centuries Of Litigation Traditions

April 21, 2020

Publication - Commercial Litigation

Elisabeth Ross and Christopher Hennessy published an article to Law360 discussing how due to COVID-19 courts, judges and attorneys may have to adapt further or even change the rules of litigation to bring greater flexibility to the way cases are handled.


FAA Issues Guidance for Airlines to Carry Cargo in Passenger Cabin

April 20, 2020

Publication - Aviation, Transportation & Trade - Aviation

Rachel Welford discusses the FAA's guidance for passenger airlines contemplating using empty apace in their aircraft to transport cargo.


CMS Announces Enhanced Nursing Home Reporting Requirements

April 20, 2020

Publication - Health Care & Life Sciences

Danielle E. Sapega and Gregory M. Fliszar discuss CMS's new guidance for nursing homes when it comes to reporting confirmed or suspected cases of COVID-19.


Trade Secrets: New Filings Increase

April 20, 2020

News - Trade Secrets, Restrictive Covenants, and Computer Abuse

James Gale was quoted in Law 360 discussing the rise of trade secret cases in federal court since 2016.


N.J. EO-127 Extends Contested Case, Rule Deadlines — May Impact Utilities, Other Regulated Entities [Alert]

April 20, 2020

Publication - Utility & Energy

Greg Eisenstark and Michael Connolly discuss New Jersey's executive order extending deadlines until after the public health emergency.

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