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Businesses Address New Unemployment Options for Independent Contractors

by Richard Reibstein, Janet Barsky | Apr 29, 2020
Law | Legal and Regulatory | Legislation

Federal and state laws have historically barred independent contractors and other non-employees from unemployment insurance benefits—until the COVID-19 crisis descended on the U.S. workforce. How can companies handle the unintended consequences?

How ICE on the Jobsite Has (and Hasn’t) Been Affected by COVID-19

by David Jones | Apr 29, 2020
Human Resources | Law | Legal and Regulatory | Legislation

Before ICE shows up at the worksite, know rights and obligations and have protocols in place. Make sure employees hired after Nov. 6, 1986 have properly completed and documented I-9s.

How Construction Businesses Can Benefit From Qualified Opportunity Zones

by John Blake | Apr 22, 2020
Business | Business Development | Legislation

The QOZ program defers (and potentially eliminates) individuals’ capital gains taxes when they finance capital improvements in pre-approved, economically depressed land tracts called opportunity zones. Here's how the program can benefit contractors.

The Fed’s Toolbox: What’s Left to Pave the Way for Continued Construction?

by Virginia K. Trunkes | Apr 22, 2020
Economy | Legal and Regulatory | Legislation

While a myriad of government responses have permeated the United States depending on location, demographics and the severity of the COVID-19 crisis, the Federal Reserve remains determined to “provide as much relief and stability as [possible] during this period.”

Federal Reserve Announces Main Street Lending Program

by ABC | Apr 15, 2020
Legal and Regulatory | Legislation

Last week, the Federal Reserve took additional actions to provide up to $2.3 trillion in loans to support the economy during the COVID-19 health crisis.

What the CARES Act Means for the Construction Sector

by Harry Johnson | Apr 8, 2020
Legal and Regulatory | Legislation

As construction executives grapple with the unprecedented impact COVID-19 will ultimately have on their businesses, a great deal of uncertainty remains. From a risk management perspective, the recent Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, signed into law on March 27, offers a glimpse at the future in terms of what relief will be available and opportunities for new projects in a post-coronavirus world.

CARES Act Provides Paycheck Protection, Loans, Tax Credits

by Lauren Pinch | Apr 2, 2020
Legal and Regulatory | Legislation | Taxes

The CARES Act provides approximately $2 trillion in aid to individuals and businesses throughout the country. Contractors are encouraged to consult with their accountants and financial advisers on the new payroll and tax provisions.

Contractor FAQs on the Defense Production Act

by Brian Waagner, George (Trip) Stewart | Apr 1, 2020
Economy | Legislation | Manufacturing | Markets

President Trump announced the federal government will invoke the Defense Production Act (DPA) to obtain necessary medical equipment and supplies from private industry. Here are answers to some of the most frequently-asked DPA questions.

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Businesses Address New Unemployment Options for Independent Contractors

How ICE on the Jobsite Has (and Hasn’t) Been Affected by COVID-19

How Construction Businesses Can Benefit From Qualified Opportunity Zones

The Fed’s Toolbox: What’s Left to Pave the Way for Continued Construction?

Federal Reserve Announces Main Street Lending Program

What the CARES Act Means for the Construction Sector

CARES Act Provides Paycheck Protection, Loans, Tax Credits

Contractor FAQs on the Defense Production Act

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