COVID-19 Update: Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (“CARES”) Act
March 28, 2020
An overview of the CARES Act from the Shapiro Sher team.
COVID-19 Preparations at Shapiro Sher
March 25, 2020
As Shapiro Sher monitors the impact of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), we are committed to protecting the health of employees and clients, and to providing reliable business counsel throughout the crisis. To that end, on March 13 our Firm implemented a comprehensive business-continuity plan that has allowed our attorneys and staff to provide uninterrupted service. Though our physical offices are temporarily closed, Shapiro Sher’s attorneys and staff, through their virtual offices, are equipped and prepared to carry on the business of the Firm while working off-site. We will continue to be responsive to our clients’ needs as we assist them in weathering this pandemic and its impact on our business community. Questions about the Firm’s COVID-19 response and protocols can be forwarded to Partner and Chief Operating Officer Renée Lane-Kunz at rlk@shapirosher.com.
"Force Majeure" Provisions and the Pandemic
March 25, 2020
The Insurance Law Group examines whether business disruptions caused by the Covid-19 pandemic will trigger contractual "force majeure" provisions.
Issues Facing Businesses that Remain Open During the Pandemic
March 23, 2020
Eric R. Harlan examines potential sources of liability for businesses continuing operations amid the ongoing pandemic.
Covid-19's Implications for Existing Commercial Credit Facilities: An Uptick in Defaults is Coming
March 19, 2020
The Banking & Financial Services Group discusses Covid-19 defaults and short-term loan modifications.
Real Estate and Construction Law Report: Business Interruption Insurance
March 15, 2020
David B. Applefeld on business interruption coverage amid the Covid-19 pandemic.
"Every Penny Counts: Remember Prejudgment Interest When Pursuing Pre-Petition Causes of Action"
March 06, 2020
Anastasia L. McCusker and Daniel J. Zeller write for the ABA's Bankruptcy & Insolvency Litigation newsletter.
Real Estate and Construction Law Report: Force Majeure
March 05, 2020
David B. Applefeld on force majeure provisions, Covid-19, and construction contracts.
Ronald M. Shapiro Receives Icon Honors Award from the Daily Record
December 19, 2019