COVID-19 Updates
Checklist for Business Restart under Washington SafeStart Phase 1 and 2
All Washingtonians are anxious to “Re-start” our lives. Businesses small and large will be on the forefront of re-opening Washington subject to certain requirements imposed by the SafeStart order. SafeStart Washington Phase 1 begins on May 5, 2020 and allows the following businesses to operate: essential businesses already open, existing construction that meets agreed-upon criteria, [...]
Paycheck Protection Program Rules Need Monitoring
Late last week the IRS issued a rule that no deduction is allowed under the Internal Revenue Code for an expense that is otherwise deductible if the payment of the expense results in forgiveness of a covered loan pursuant to section 1106(b) of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act. A forgiven Paycheck Protection [...]
Business Interruption Insurance for COVID-19 Claims
So, your business has shut down because it does not fall into one of the “essential” categories described by the State of Washington as it relates to the COVID-19 outbreak. Your company has business interruption insurance but your broker has told you that it will not cover your lost business income. What do you do? [...]
Proclamation 20-46: High-risk Employee – Workers’ Rights
On April 13, 2020, Gov. Jay Inslee issued Proclamation 20-46 giving high-risk employees’ rights and protections related to the COVID-19 disease. High-risk employees are those identified by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention at higher risk of severe illness or death from COVID-19, including those over 65 years of age and those of any [...]