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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
ERISA 05.29.2020

Detrimental Assumptions Plan Sponsors Make

When it comes to managing an employee benefit plan, even if a plan sponsor commits a very small plan violation, such an incident can result in hefty ERISA penalties. Even failing to file Form 5500…
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Detrimental Assumptions Plan Sponsors Make
Court Bonds 05.29.2020

Maryland Judiciary Releases Steps to Soon Reopen Courts

Starting October of this year, courtrooms in the state of Maryland are hoping to fully continue lingering legal operations in a phased-in strategy that could take the entire summer. Though many court proceedings have been…
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Maryland Judiciary Releases Steps to Soon Reopen Courts
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
Court Bonds 05.26.2020

Courts Soon to Reopen from COVID-19 Restrictions

Courtrooms across the country are inching closer and closer towards opening their doors as coronavirus restrictions begin to be lifted. Places like Southern California, whose courthouse maneuvers have been paused to slow the spread of…
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Courts Soon to Reopen from COVID-19 Restrictions
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