As reported by this blog Court Strikes Down DOL Interpretations of FFCRA on August 3, 2020, the United Stated District Court for the Southern District of New York issued a decision and order on the plaintiff’s motion for...more
Although many businesses throughout the United States were decimated during the Covid-19 pandemic, a few have been able to pivot and take advantage of new opportunities unfolding in the now lucrative market for personal...more
A recent New York federal court reminds us that understanding employer obligations under the FFCRA is an ongoing process. In this case, the Court struck down certain regulations of the United States Department of Labor...more
As New York State moves forward with its phased reopening and the state and federal courts resume more regular activity, current commercial litigants or parties contemplating litigation may be curious about how the economic...more
In today’s environment, business as usual is anything but usual. Companies are struggling to normalize operations and bring their employees back to work in a safe, healthy environment that is also safe for the public. The...more
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On March 30, 2020, the New York State Department of Financial Services ("NYDFS") adopted emergency regulations, available here, requiring New York regulated issuers of life insurance and annuity contracts, property and...more
Over the next few months, landlords, real estate brokers, condominiums, and cooperatives (referred to as “housing providers” in this Alert) will likely face many issues and questions concerning their rights with respect to...more