On Monday, December 21, 2020, Congress passed another stimulus package to provide certain coronavirus relief for individuals and businesses, among other things. One looming question was whether Congress would extend the emergency paid sick leave (EPSL) and emergency paid family
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The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP): The Agreement that Promises to Reshape the International Trade Landscape
After several years of negotiation and political posturing, 15 countries signed the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) trade agreement on November 15, 2020. The RCEP includes several countries from the Southeast Asia and the Pacific region, including Australia, Brunei, Cambodia,…
Dear Texas Contractors: We Sure Could Use Your Help, but Remember That We Do Things a Little Different Over Here – Sincerely, Southwest Louisiana
In the aftermath of hurricanes Laura and Delta, Southwest Louisiana is faced with a widespread reconstruction project the size of which it has not seen in quite a while. While never afraid to roll up the sleeves and get to…
Transfer On Death Deed In Texas
By Kean Miller
Many clients ask, “How do I keep my house from going into probate when I die?” A Transfer on Death Deed (“TODD”) is one way to do this.
What is a TODD? In 2015, Texas enacted Chapter 114 of the…
Giving Gifts Under 2020 Tax Law
By Kean Miller
The upcoming election and concern regarding potential changes have people asking questions about what they can do in 2020 to blunt the impact of a future change in the tax law. One strategy for people with significant assets will be…
SBA Updates its FAQ Regarding Good Faith Certification
The Small Business Administration (“SBA”) issued an update to its “Frequently Asked Questions for Lenders and Borrowers for the Paycheck Protection Program,” adding question #46 and the response, which is recited below. For PPP loans of less than $2 million,…
CMS Updated Emergency Declaration Blanket Waivers for Healthcare Providers
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (“CMS”) has issued additional blanket waivers retroactive to March 1, 2020 through the end of the emergency declaration to help healthcare providers contain the spread of COVID-19. The updated…
“Stay at Home” Order to Expire
By Kean Miller
On April 27, 2020, Governor Abbott issued Executive Order GA-18, implementing Phase I to reopen Texas, beginning May 1, 2020. In addition to confirming that “essential services” shall continue to operate as they have, GA-18 provides guidance on services that…
Railroad Commission Considers State-wide Production Cuts
By Kean Miller
On April 14, the Railroad Commission of Texas held a marathon virtual meeting to hear from nearly sixty of the state’s energy leaders including executives from some of the most prominent oil producers and midstream companies, industry analysts, consultants and…
Force Majeure Clauses and Impossibility of Performance During COVID-19 and Coronavirus
Over the past few weeks and months, Texas, the United States, and the world have felt increasingly devastating impacts from COVID-19, commonly known as the coronavirus. In addition to the dire health concerns, practical realities and government orders in numerous…