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Estate Planning During A Pandemic: Some Things You May Be Wondering
This content has been archived. It may no longer be relevant Allow me to interrupt your search for paper products and fresh produce to address some of the many anxieties you may have as we move forward in these uncharted waters: estate planning. Let me begin by pointing out that estate planning during a pandemic…
What Can Your HOA Do for You?
The sky appears to be falling, Covid-19 is the topic of the day, all under the dark shadow of a faltering economy. Many of us are under mandatory orders to stay home and to practice ”social distancing.” Kids are home from school, and parents are understandably under stress. Despite the bleak outlook at this time,…
Maryland Acts to Close Operations of Non-Essential Businesses
On March 23, 2020, Governor Hogan issued an executive order providing that non-essential businesses “are hereby closed to the general public.” The Order defines non-essential businesses as “all businesses, organizations, establishments, and facilities that are not part of the critical infrastructure sectors identified by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency.” …
Relief For Maryland Businesses
ECONOMIC RELIEF FROM THE EFFECTS OF COVID-19 FOR MARYLAND BUSINESSES Governor Larry Hogan of the State of Maryland enacted an emergency order on March 19, 2020 mandating the closure of all non-essential businesses in the state. In doing so, all employers, whether essential or not, are encouraged to promote work-from-home for their employees. Inevitably, these…
D.C. Property Management Minute: What to Do When One Tenant Makes a Criminal Allegation Against Another Tenant
When it comes to property management, the District of Columbia has a unique set of laws. Join Billy each week as he gives you advice on dealing with a common property management problem in D.C. and how to quickly solve it.
Family First Coronavirus Response Act
On March 18, 2020 President Trump signed into law the Families First Coronavirus Response Act. This law, among other efforts to mitigate the impact of COVID-19, provides for an expansion of the Family Medical Leave Act as well as the creation of Emergency Paid Sick Leave. Employers with fewer than 500 employees will need to…
LawMatters March 2020
We understand how important freedom of choice is to a growing business. With the increasing popularity of flexible corporate structures, now might be a good time for business owners to take a step back and reassess the identity of their firm.
Insurance Coverage Issues Arising From COVID-19
The purpose of this memorandum is to provide a very general overview of the types of insurance that could potentially provide coverage for losses suffered by businesses affected by COVID-19. As with any insurance coverage issue, an ultimate determination of coverage depends upon the actual language in the insurance policy at issue. Business Interruption…
Tuesdays with Todd: Suing for Every Dollar
Tuesdays with Todd is a weekly, one-minute, video series with tips and important information for the Maryland landlord and property manager. From instructions on filing non-payment to rent suits to steps you need to take to schedule an eviction, Todd puts the pieces together for you to help you be the most informed property manager or landlord.
Read & Share: COVID-19 Will Fuel the Next Wave of Innovation
When a pandemic strikes, there are three dimensions of impact: biological, psychological, and economical. In regards to COVID-19, the biological impact can be seen with the elderly population; the psychological impact can be seen in the global population as many face isolation and are discouraged to make human contact and travel; and the economical impact…
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