An injured worker may seek to establish compensability of the contraction of COVID-19 under two legal theories:
Pursuant to Florida Statutes §440.02(1), an injury or disease:
caused by exposure to a toxic substance is generally
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IRS Provides Tips for Last-Minute Tax Filers
Taxpayers have until today (July 15) to request an extension to file their 2019 federal tax return. If an extension is approved, taxpayers could have until October 15 to file, but any taxes owed are due by July 15.
Common…
Supreme Court Holds that Civil Rights Law Covers LGBT Employees
By Scott Atwood
In one of the most significant Supreme Court cases for Florida employers in many years, the U.S. Supreme Court held by a 6-3 margin that Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (commonly known as “Title VII”) protects…
Construction Contracts: Property Insurance and Waiver of Subrogation Provisions
Most of us in the construction industry are familiar with contractual provisions which require one of the parties to obtain insurance on the project (frequently called “builder’s risk” policies). These provisions are typically accompanied by “waiver of subrogation” provisions. Usually,…
SBA Issues New Guidance Addressing PPP Loan “Good Faith” Certification
June 4 Update
House Bill H.R. 7010 passed the Senate and is now on its way to the President to sign. In addition to amendments relating to the PPP loan program, the bill provides that the deferral of employment taxes…
May 1 Webinar to Provide Guidance on COVID-19 Tax Relief for Individuals and Small Businesses
Two Fort Myers tax lawyers will once again host a complimentary webinar to help the Southwest Florida community understand the tax law changes in light of the COVID-19 crisis. On Friday, May 1, 2020, from 12:00 to 1:00 pm, Lindsay…
COVID-19: U.S. Chamber Will Begin Accepting Grant Applications Today to Save Small Businesses
April 21 Update
Unfortunately, the grant application process is closed. Carolyn Cawley President, U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation stated in a letter:
We received more than 15,000 applications in minutes and, while we will begin awarding grants this week…
COVID-19: Real Estate Updates Halfway Through the Stay-at-Home Order
COVID-I9: IRS Extends More Tax Deadlines and Provides CARES Act Guidance
June 4 Update
House Bill H.R. 7010 passed the Senate and is now on its way to the President to sign. In addition to amendments relating to the PPP loan program, the bill provides that the deferral of employment taxes…
Eleventh Circuit Clarifies Standard for Retaliation Under Title VII
It has long been settled that mistreatment based prohibited characteristics (such as race or sex) is actionable under Title VII even without a tangible employment action – e.g., termination, demotion, or pay cut. These are often referred to as hostile-environment…