The SBA recently issued a new PPP Interim Final Rule (“IFR”) regarding “Treatment of Owners and Forgiveness of Certain Nonpayroll Costs.” This IFR clarifies that owner-employees with less than 5% …
Update on Employer Requirements When Workers are Affected by COVID-19
On August 7, 2020, Governor Whitmer issued Executive Order 2020-166: “Protecting workers who stay home, stay safe when they or their close contacts are sick”. This Executive Order updates and …
President Trump’s August 8, 2020 Executive Orders
On August 8, 2020, President Trump issued four Executive Orders/Memoranda to provide relief to Americans in light of the COVID-19 pandemic and the stalemate in Congress. These Executive Orders/Memoranda affecting …
SBA Issues FAQs for PPP Loan Forgiveness
Earlier this month, the SBA issued a new set of FAQs regarding PPP loan forgiveness. Click here to review highlights of the guidance which contains important information for PPP borrowers.
Executive Orders 2020-114 and 2020-115 – Opening Additional Businesses and Modifying Workplace Safeguards
Pursuant to an executive order issued by Governor Whitmer on June 5, performances, events, gyms, theaters, large gatherings and places of amusement may reopen effective June 10 in Northern Michigan …
Critical Notice to Employers – Banking Arrangements
As the economy reopens, many businesses are analyzing the financial impacts that the pandemic has had on their business. Businesses may need to revise their budgets and spending plans, pursue …
Update on Michigan Unemployment Work Share Program
As a result of the pandemic and ensuing unemployment crisis, the UIA has made it easier for employers to participate in the State’s Work Share program. The Work Share program …
Executive Order 2020-110: Lifting of Stay Home Order
On June 1, 2020, Governor Whitmer issued Executive Order 2020-110, lifting the “Stay Home” order effective immediately. The Executive Order declares that the State has now moved to “Stage 4” …
Executive Order 2020-96 – Stay Home Order Revised; Executive Order 2020-97 – Updated Workplace Rules
On May 21, 2020, Governor Whitmer issued two new executive orders, permitting small gatherings of 10 or less people immediately, reopening auto dealerships and retail businesses by appointment, and authorizing …
Extension of State Moratorium on Evictions; Update on Federal Legislation
Recently, Governor Whitmer extended the moratorium on residential evictions through June 11, 2020, due to the continued economic fallout from the pandemic and expiration of a prior executive order. Landlords …