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There’s a lot to keep track of out there in the business world, especially for small business owners. Not only must they monitor the ins and outs of daily business — including what goes in and out of the company bank account, but now they have to also watch out for fraudulent activity. Most moderately-sized…
Being a small business owner comes with many advantages. It also comes with plenty of challenges. It can often feel stressful, and it’s overwhelming at times. Perhaps you’re looking for business loans, a business plan, or you’re simply researching how to start and grow a small business. No matter what it is, if you need…
Natalya Belonozhko, Horenstein Law Group PLLC August 21, 2020 When starting a business, it is important to consider the works, designs, logos, or inventions that may qualify for patent, copyright or trademark protection (also known as “intellectual property”) that will be created and used in the business. This is especially important when starting a technology…
Now that the law and policy changes related to the pandemic have slowed a little, we have all returned to a new – albeit temporary – normal for business and real estate operations. With this blog, we hope to keep you informed on the newest, most relevant COVID-19 information. Business and real estate recovery efforts…
As the COVID-19 curve appears to be flatting somewhat, people are starting to think about and plan for coronavirus recovery and how to return to work. The basic outlines of plans are starting to take shape. As we hear details, we will post them here. FEDERAL The White House published a three-phased Opening Up America…
In addition to the $10,000 EIDL grant, we are aware of the following other public and private grants. We will add to this list as we learn of other options. Please contact us to let us know of grant opportunities. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation – in partnership with Vistaprint and a coalition of…
April 6, 2020 By: Natalya Belonozhko Coronavirus (COVID-19) and governments’ orders to close non-essential businesses in Oregon and Washington have impacted businesses’ ability to operate in their leased spaces and pay rent under their commercial leases. Force Majeure Clause Most commercial leases include a force majeure clause. A force majeure clause provides for the parties’…
In addition to the CARES Act, the Family Medical Leave Act, unemployment, and tax guidance we have collected the following additional nationwide business resources: What federal government agencies are doing in response to COVID-19 CDC Interim Guidance for Businesses and Employers and environmental cleaning guidance Online health self-assessment, Providence – telemedicine visit. Washington COVID-19…
The federal government enacted H.R. 6201: Families First Corona Virus Response Act (FFCRA), which expands family and medical leave. Applies to employers with less than 500 employees Only April 2, 2020 to December 31, 2020 Temporary regulations implementing FFCRA in 29 CFR Part 826 Applies if employees are unable to work or telework Employers must…
COVID-19 Small Business Response Steps Post FFCRA (Families First Coronavirus Response Act) poster no later than 4/1/2020 (or as soon as you can). Assemble tax documents, income records, lost income records (canceled appointments, projections for seasonal businesses, etc.). Also include big fixed costs and accounts receivable that will go unpaid and the list of items…
