Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro has issued a warning to Pennsylvania automotive dealers that there has been an increase in consumer complaints relating to automotive dealership practices to the Attorney General’s Office. That notice, a complete copy of which can
McNees Auto Dealer Law Blog
The McNees Auto Dealer Law Blog, published by McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC, focuses on legal issues affecting automotive dealerships. It covers topics such as regulatory compliance, consumer protection laws, franchise and dealer relations, and the impact of tax and estate planning on dealership ownership. The blog also addresses industry-specific challenges like online vehicle sales, pandemic-related market changes, and government programs affecting dealerships. It provides updates on relevant legislation, enforcement actions, and practical guidance for dealers navigating the complex legal landscape of automotive retailing.
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As the country and the world plan for the post-pandemic period, there has been much ink spilled as to the changes it will bring in various industries. Automotive retailing has been greatly affected during the pandemic on multiple levels. First,…
SBA Issues Additional Guidance for Paycheck Protection Program
As businesses across the country continue to determine whether to apply for an SBA loan under the “Paycheck Protection Program” (the “PPP”) provided by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “Act”), the US Small Business Administration (the…
CARES Act: Additional Tax Related Relief
With guidance from the Small Business Administration (“SBA”) and the Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) still forthcoming, and the existing guidance changing, many business are struggling to understand their options under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (“Act”). We…
PADEP Responds to COVID-19: How to Ask PADEP for a Temporary Suspension of Environmental Compliance Obligations
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (“PADEP”) recently announced the availability of a process for requesting temporary suspensions of environmental permitting and regulatory compliance obligations. Regulated entities experiencing difficulties in meeting the terms and…
CARES Act: Paycheck Protection Loans Summary
With uncertainty looming in all corners of the world due to the continued COVID-19 pandemic, many employers are questioning how they can support the fixed costs of their business, especially in the face of total or partial shutdowns mandated by…
Overview of Force Majeure
By David Noll
With COVID-19 headlines dominating the news cycle, and with no end in sight to the uncertainty that the virus brings, affected businesses are wise to consider whether the current pandemic qualifies as a “force majeure.” In the last few weeks,…
Recent Changes In Employee Benefits Law – What You Need To Know For 2020
By Renee Lieux
In the past few months, we have seen significant changes to the laws governing employee benefits, from the new hardship withdrawal regulations for 401(k) participants, to the SECURE Act, to the new individual coverage health reimbursement arrangement (“HRA”). Here is…