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HHS Expands Provider Relief Fund to Dentists
On July 10, 2020, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced it will allow dentists and other dental providers to apply for relief through the Public Health…
Lakewood Chamber of Commerce Elects Jay Carson to Board of Directors
The members of the Lakewood Chamber of Commerce recently chose Jay Carson to help lead the organization as a member of its Board of Directors. Jay was sworn in to…
Recent Important COVID-19 Related Guidance Updates for Employers
OSHA PUBLISHES FAQ ON CLOTH FACE COVERINGS IN THE WORKPLACE On June 10, 2020, the U.S. Occupational Safety & Health Administration posted a Frequently Asked Questions concerning the use of…
New Law: Key Modification to the Paycheck Protection Loan Program
On June 5, President Trump signed the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020 (“PPP Flexibility Act”) into law. The PPP Flexibility Act modifies provisions and terms of the Paycheck…
Update: Additional Funding Available for Small Business PPP Loans
On April 24, 2020, President Donald Trump signed the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act (“COVID-19 Enhancement Act”) into law. The COVID-19 Enhancement Act was the latest law…
DOL Issues Further Q & A Guidance
After publishing a temporary rule on Friday, April 3, 2020, the DOL issued additional question and answer guidance over the weekend further clarifying the rules concerning paid leave available under…
REVISED STAY AT HOME ORDER CREATES DISPUTE RESOLUTION COMMISSION
April 7, 2020 On April 6, 2020, Ohio Heath Director, Dr. Amy Acton signed a revised ‘Stay at Home Order’ which created a Dispute Resolution Commission to address businesses that…
BREAKING NEWS
DOL and IRS Issue Additional Guidance, Rules and Forms for Paid Leave Under the FFCRA April 2, 2020 On April 1, 2020, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued new…
Information on Paycheck Protection Loans Through the SBA
April 3, 2020 The Small Business Administration (“SBA”) and the Department of Treasury have begun releasing the information that will guide the Paycheck Protection Program (“PPP”), which was created through…
CARES Act Economic Relief Programs Available to Nonprofits
On March 27, 2020, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the CARES Act) became law, offering opportunities for economic relief to small businesses and nonprofits alike, adversely affected…