In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, we have created this resource page to help our clients during these challenging times.
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All published articles and blogs:
The Revival of California’s COVID-19 Supplemental Paid Sick Leave – Sue M. Bendavid & Tal Burnovski Yeyni
Revised Cal/OSHA COVID-19 Regulations in Effect January 14, 2022 – Sue M. Bendavid & Tal Burnovski Yeyni
OSHA Vaccination & Testing Mandate for Larger Employers – Tal Burnovski Yeyni
Los Angeles: Proof of Vaccination Requirement in Effect November 8 – Tal Burnovski Yeyni
It’s Official: Los Angeles Passes Proof of Vaccination Ordinance – Tal Burnovski Yeyni
Los Angeles Closer to Proof of Vaccination Ordinance – Tal Burnovski Yeyni
Tipping Point: California Legislature Takes Action Against Food & Beverage Delivery Apps – Barry Kurtz
“No Shots, No Admission” Policy Coming to Los Angeles – Nicholas Kanter & Tal Burnovski Yeyni
Protections Under California’s Extended Eviction Moratorium Impact Rent Default Notices Beyond September 30, 2021 – Nicholas Kanter
Revised COVID-19 Regulations Take Immediate Effect – Sue M. Bendavid & Tal Burnovski Yeyni
Update 3: Potential Replenishment of the Restaurant Revitalization Fund – Barry Kurtz
Cal/OSHA Expected to Adopt Revised COVID-19 Workplace Regulations – Sue M. Bendavid & Tal Burnovski Yeyni
Update 2: Register and Apply ASAP for Restaurant Revitalization Fund Grants – Barry Kurtz
Update 1: Restaurant Revitalization Fund Application Process and Guidelines – Barry Kurtz
Help for Food Service: Restaurant Revitalization Fund Grant Program – Barry Kurtz
COVID-19 Supplemental Paid Sick Leave to be Expanded Under California’s SB 95 – Sue M. Bendavid & Jessica W. Rosen
California’s DFEH Issues Guidance on Mandating Vaccine – Sue M. Bendavid & Chrystal Ferber
Los Angeles Daily Journal, Employer Guidelines for COVID-19 Infections in the Workplace – authors Sue M. Bendavid & Tal Burnovski Yeyni, as of February 9, 2021
California Extends Protections for Residential Tenants to June 30, 2021 – Nicholas Kanter
Vaccination Guidance for Employers: Frequently Asked Questions – Sue M. Bendavid, David Jones & Chrystal Ferber
As of December 22, 2020: The COVID-Related Tax Relief Act Summary – Peter L. Ente
As of December 22, 2020: COVIDTRA – Update Regarding the Paycheck Protection Program – Keith T. Zimmet
Top Employer Questions as We Round the Curve to the New Year – Sue M. Bendavid & Tal Burnovski Yeyni
Healthy Holidays | Employer Tips for Continuing Operations and Compliance as COVID Infections Rise – Sue M. Bendavid & Chrystal Ferber
Cal/OSHA’s New Employer Compliance Requirements re COVID-19 – Sue M. Bendavid & Tal Burnovski Yeyni
COVID-19 In the Workplace: Employers May Seek Workers’ Compensation – Sue M. Bendavid & Chrystal Ferber
Employers: Notify Employees of Potential COVID-19 Exposure ASAP – Sue M. Bendavid & Chrystal Ferber
New California Law Provides Supplemental Paid Sick Leave for COVID-19 Affected Workers – Sue M. Bendavid & David G. Jones
Effective Immediately: Residential Tenants Receive Further COVID-19 Protections in California – Nicholas Kanter
Executive Order on Deferring Payroll Taxes Frequently Asked Questions – Keith T. Zimmet
New Guidance for Employers on COVID-19 in the Workplace – Nicholas Kanter
DOL Provides Guidance on When the FFCRA Covers Summer Camp, Summer Program Closures – Nicholas Kanter & Chrystal Ferber
Anti-Antibody Testing: Updated Guidance from the EEOC on COVID-19 Testing – Nicholas Kanter
Los Angeles County and City Issue Dine-In Orders – Barry Kurtz
As of June 11, 2020: Update re Major Changes to Loan Forgiveness Rules Under the Paycheck Protection Program – Keith T. Zimmet
Support Modifications: When the Going Gets Tough, the Tough File – Melissa L. Mayer
San Fernando Valley Business Journal, COVID-19 Landlord-Tenant Talks: Real Estate Attorneys See Vacancy and Rent Concessions in Negotiations – John B. Marshall quoted, as of June 2020
Employers: Every Move You Make, Every Step You Take (Could be Retaliation): How to Police Your Employees During a Pandemic – David G. Jones
Roadmap for Compliance: General and Industry-Specific Guidance for Reopening – Sue M. Bendavid, Nicholas Kanter & Tal Burnovski Yeyni
As of June 4, 2020: Major Changes to Loan Forgiveness Rules Under the Paycheck Protection Program – Keith T. Zimmet
What Documents Can I Destroy While Sheltering at Home? – Michael Hackman & Kira S. Masteller
California Governor Extends Executive Order on Evictions – Nicholas Kanter
As of May 26, 2020: Update Regarding Loan Forgiveness Under the Paycheck Protection Program – Keith T. Zimmet
As of May 18, 2020: Updated FAQ Regarding Loan Forgiveness Under the Paycheck Protection Program – Keith T. Zimmet
As of May 13, 2020: Paycheck Protection Program: Update on “Necessity” Requirement – Keith T. Zimmet
Jump Client Cases to the Front of the Line: Use Judicial Reference – Steven L. Feldman, David Gurnick & Stephen T. Holzer
As of May 14, 2020: Los Angeles Weaponizes and Expands Its COVID-19 Rent Control Ordinance – Nicholas Kanter
COVID-19: Return to Work Employer FAQs – Employment Practice Group
Paycheck Protection Program: SBA Provides New Guidance on One Aspect of Forgiveness – Keith T. Zimmet
Valley Lawyer, COVID-19: Its Impacts on Lawyers and the Practice of Law – author David Gurnick, as of May 2020
Additional Paycheck Protection Program Guidance: IRS Announces Taxpayers May Not Claim Deduction for Expenses Paid by Forgiven PPP Loans – Peter L. Ente
County of Los Angeles Enacts Retroactive Paid Sick Leave for Large Employers – Chrystal Ferber
As of April 29, 2020: Paycheck Protection Program: SBA Imposes New Eligibility Requirement with Retroactive Effect – Keith T. Zimmet
California and Federal Environmental Agencies Tackle COVID-19 Differently – Stephen T. Holzer & Steven L. Feldman
EEOC Provides Guidance on COVID-19 Testing in the Workplace as Employers Prepare for Lifting of Stay at Home Orders – Sue M. Bendavid & Nicholas Kanter
What Happens in California if You Do Not Have an Estate Plan at Your Death? – Kira S. Masteller & Lani Fu
Making an Insurance Claim for COVID-19: What a Business Can Do – David Gurnick & Jessica W. Rosen
Stronger Temporary Eviction Protections for More of Los Angeles County – Nicholas Kanter
Senate Green Lights Additional Funding in Coronavirus Relief Package – Peter L. Ente
Updated April 24, 2020: Governor Newsom Issues Paid Sick Leave to Food Sector Workers – Nicholas Kanter & Chrystal Ferber
City of Los Angeles Expands Paid Sick Leave for Large Employers – Nicholas Kanter & Chrystal Ferber
Estate Planning Document Execution During Pandemic – Michael Hackman & Kira S. Masteller
Los Angeles County Issues New Social Distancing Protocol – Nicholas Kanter & Chrystal Ferber
Compelling Employees to Appear for Work During a Pandemic – David G. Jones
Los Angeles & San Francisco Daily Journal, Best Practices for Business Franchises During Pandemic – Barry Kurtz & Matthew J. Soroky
Updated April 14, 2020: The Families First Coronavirus Response Act & Department of Labor FAQs – Sue M. Bendavid, Nicholas Kanter & Tal Burnovski Yeyni
Updated 04.13.20: Temporary Regulations to Implement the Families First Coronavirus Response Act – Sue M. Bendavid, Nicholas Kanter & Tal Burnovski Yeyni
San Fernando Valley Business Journal, City Backs Off Hiring Rewrite – Keith T. Zimmet quoted
San Fernando Valley Business Journal, Communication Up for Employment Lawyers – Keith T. Zimmet and Sue M. Bendavid quoted
Telecommuting in the Age of COVID-19 – David G. Jones & Chrystal Ferber
City of Los Angeles Emergency Order: Comply or Face Fines and Imprisonment – Nicholas Kanter & Chrystal Ferber
Los Angeles Housing and Community Investment Department Provides Guidance re Rent Repayment Agreements – John B. Marshall & Nicholas Kanter
Part 2 of 2: More Highlights of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act – Peter L. Ente
New Rules: California Unlawful Detainers – John B. Marshall & Nicholas Kanter
Part 1 of 2: Highlights of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act – Peter L. Ente
As of 04.02.20: Frequently Asked Questions Regarding the Paycheck Protection Program – Keith T. Zimmet
The CARES Act and Retirement Plan Changes – Michael Hackman
Updated as of 03.31.20: California Real Estate Law: Coronavirus Puts Freeze on Some Evictions – John B. Marshall & Nicholas Kanter
Environmental Law: No Relief from California Water Agency Orders During Coronavirus Crisis – Stephen T. Holzer & Steven L. Feldman
COVID-19: What are the “Safer at Home” Orders? – Nicholas Kanter
Franchise & Distribution: COVID-19 Client Bulletin – Franchise & Distribution Practice Group
Complimentary webinar: March 26, 2020 at Noon PST: COVID-19 – Issues Impacting Your Workforce (click the link to view the invitation and RSVP)
Tax-Free Payments Allowed to Employees Because of COVID-19 Pandemic – Peter L. Ente
COVID-19: Form I-9 Flexibility for Employers – Tal Burnovski Yeyni
California and Federal Taxes: COVID-19 Delayed Filing Notices – Peter L. Ente
Employers: House Finalizes H.R. 6201, Families First Coronavirus Response Act – Employment Practice Group
In a Time of Crisis: Consider Force Majeure and Business Interruption – David Gurnick
Updated March 19, 2020: COVID-19: California Employer Frequently Asked Questions – Sue M. Bendavid, Nicholas Kanter and Tal Burnovski Yeyni
Coronavirus: 13 Things Employers Should Do to Protect Employees, Customers – by Sue M. Bendavid, Nicholas Kanter and Tal Burnovski Yeyni