On March 27, 2020, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the CARES Act) went into effect. Claire Taylor explains that the Act provides new payroll provisions offer relief for employers who continue to pay their employees even though the employer has been required to fully or partially shut down
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Since Governor Inslee's issuance of the March 23, 2020 "Stay Home - Stay Healthy" Proclamation, many within the construction industry were left wondering whether and to what extent they are required to halt their commercial or residential construction projects in Washington. Julia Clark provides clarification.
Alison Warden and Katie Groblewski provide several important updates regarding estate planning and probate matters during the COVID-19 crisis.
Ray Weber answers the question of whether businesses are covered during the COVID-19 crisis.
The guidance from the state and local governments to shut down many local businesses has landlords worried about financial viability of their retail assets. Serena Sayani answers the question of whether a landlord rely on force majeure to discharge its obligations under a lease with respect to co-tenancy requirements.
On March 23, 2020, Governor Inslee issued his Stay Home—Stay Healthy Order. Aviva Kamm and Krista Slosburg explain that the Order prohibits all non-essential businesses in Washington State from conducting business, with limited exceptions.