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Facebook's Limited Data Use Deadline Passed: Did Your Business Make the Right Decision?
Hodgson Russ Cybersecurity & Privacy Alert, August 7, 2020
Class Action Lawsuit Filed Regarding Special Education Instruction and Services During COVID-19
Hodgson Russ Special Education Alert, August 7, 2020
Governor Cuomo Extends Executive Order Permitting Remote Public Meetings Another 30 Days
Hodgson Russ Municipal and Education Alert, August 7, 2020
Beneath the Waves: New York State and Local Tax and Regulatory Landscape For Offshore Wind Projects
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, August 6, 2020
Is Your Business Considering Hosting a Large Event or Gathering? If So, Be Sure to Consider a COVID-19 Waiver
Hodgson Russ COVID-19 Litigation and Employment Action Team Alert, August 6, 2020
New York Adopts Aggressive Drinking Water Standards for Emerging Contaminants PFOA, PFOS, and 1,4-Dioxane
Hodgson Russ Environmental Alert, August 6, 2020
Federal District Court Strikes Down Portions of U.S. Department of Labor’s FFCRA Regulations
Hodgson Russ Labor & Employment Alert, August 6, 2020
DFS’s First Enforcement Action Pursuant to its Cybersecurity Regulation
Hodgson Russ Cybersecurity & Privacy Alert, August 5, 2020
U.S. Supreme Court Update, August 2020
Journal of Multistate Taxation and Incentives, August 3, 2020
California Consumer Privacy Act Regulations Enforced Now: What Businesses with CA Customers Need to do to Comply
Hodgson Russ Cybersecurity & Privacy Alert, July 31, 2020
Update on CARES Act Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Higher Education Students
Hodgson Russ College & University Alert, July 31, 2020
If You Build It They Will Plug In: New York Jumpstarts its Electric Vehicle Market with Comprehensive “Make-Ready” Order
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, July 28, 2020
Second Circuit Clarifies CERCLA Statute of Limitations Rules: There Can be More Than One Remediation on a Site
Hodgson Russ Environmental Alert, July 28, 2020
Federal Court Rules Against Emotional Distress Claims for COVID-19 Exposure in Decision Favorable to Gathering Places, Hospitality Industry
Hodgson Russ COVID-19 Litigation and Employment Action Team Alert, July 28, 2020
New York Announces Solicitations for Over 1,500 MW of On-Shore Renewable Energy: What’s New and Noteworthy about the NYPA and NYSERDA Large Scale Renewables Procurements
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, July 24, 2020
Employees’ Profane, Abusive or Racist Speech No Longer Protected Under National Labor Relations Act
Hodgson Russ Labor & Employment Alert, July 23, 2020
Remote Notarization and Witnessing Extended in New York
Hodgson Russ Trusts & Estates Alert, July 21, 2020
Reducing liability during the COVID-19 Pandemic
New York State School Boards Association, July 20, 2020
Department of Labor Issues Guidance on Inclusion of Private Equity Investments in Defined Contribution Retirement Plans
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, July 20, 2020
FERC Rejects Arguments from New York State Entities and Further Narrows Participation of Renewables in NYISO Capacity Market
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, July 20, 2020
Department of Labor Issues Proposed Regulations Targeting ESG Investments
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, July 20, 2020
Employee Benefits Developments July 2020
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, July 20, 2020
Temporary Relief from Physical Presence Requirement for Spousal Consent Granted for 2020
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, July 20, 2020
FAQs Provide Additional Coronavirus Guidance for Health Plans
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, July 20, 2020
CARES Act: IRS Issues New Retirement Plan Guidance for the 2020 Waiver of Minimum Required Distributions
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Alert, July 16, 2020
Employment Related Pandemic Legal Actions on the Rise
Hodgson Russ COVID-19 Litigation & Employment Action Team Alert, July 14, 2020
Taking the Stink Out of New York's Cheeseboard Rule
Tax Notes State, July 13, 2020
CARES Act: IRS Issues New Retirement Plan Guidance for Coronavirus-Related Distributions and Plan Loan Relief
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Alert, July 9, 2020
Supreme Court Rules that No One Has the Right to Robocall You Without Your Permission, Even the Government
Hodgson Russ Media & First Amendment Alert, July 9, 2020
New York City Commission on Human Rights Issues Final Rule on Exceptions to Ban on Pre-Hire Tests for Marijuana
Hodgson Russ Labor & Employment Alert, July 7, 2020
Christie's Fined, 'Common Carriers' Defined: NY Sales Tax and Art
Tax Notes State, July 6, 2020
Phase Two of NY Business Reopenings Calls for COVID-19 Health and Safety Plan
BLR's New York Employment Law Letter, July 1, 2020
USEPA to Terminate COVID-19 Temporary Enforcement and Compliance Policy
Hodgson Russ Environmental Alert, July 1, 2020
Women on Corporate Boards Study – New Corporate Reporting Requirements Now in Effect in New York
Hodgson Russ Corporate Governance & Compliance Alert, June 30, 2020
Governor Cuomo Issues Executive Order Mandating Post-Travel Quarantine
Hodgson Russ Labor & Employment Alert, June 29, 2020
New York Issues Guidance for Phase 4 of the Governor’s Reopening Plan
Hodgson Russ Labor & Employment Alert, June 29, 2020
Turning Brownfields into Community Benefits: New Pathways for Local Government and Renewable Energy Partnerships
Hodgson Russ Brownfield Redevelopment Alert, June 29, 2020
OSHA Issues Confusing Return-To-Work Guidance For “Relaxing” COVID-19 Restrictions
Hodgson Russ OSHA Alert, June 26, 2020
NYC Local Law 1932-A May Allow Individual Guarantors of Certain Commercial Leases or Rental Agreements To Limit Personal Liability
Hodgson Russ Real Estate Alert, June 25, 2020
New York Expands Healthcare Worker Whistleblower Protections
Hodgson Russ Healthcare Alert, June 25, 2020
Presidential Proclamation on Immigration Issued June 22, 2020
Hodgson Russ Immigration Alert, June 23, 2020
NYS Employers Must Revise Their Safety Plans
Hodgson Russ Labor & Employment Alert, June 23, 2020
Early COVID-19 Court Decisions Supporting Executive Orders Suggest How the Courts May View Their Impact On Business Relationships
Hodgson Russ Business Litigation Alert, June 23, 2020
DOL Issues New “Notice and Access” Safe Harbor Rule for Electronic Delivery of Retirement Plan Disclosures
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Alert, June 22, 2020
Municipalities Hit with Deluge of FOIL Requests After Repeal of Section 50-a of the Civil Rights Law
Hodgson Russ Municipal Alert, June 22, 2020
Securing Payment or Forbearance in the Time of COVID-19
Hodgson Russ Business Litigation and Bankruptcy & Restructuring Alert, June 22, 2020
Telecommuting During COVID-19: One Headache After Another
Tax Notes State, June 22, 2020
New York Unveils Roadmap to 70 Percent Renewable Energy by 2030
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, June 19, 2020
As the Economy Re-Opens, Landlords and Tenants will Confront Rent Defaults
Hodgson Russ Real Estate Alert, June 18, 2020
EEOC Updates Guidance on Recalling Employees
Hodgson Russ Labor & Employment Alert, June 18, 2020
Zooming Into Court: New Complaint filed Against Zoom Related to COVID-19
Hodgson Russ Securities/Directors & Officers Litigation Alert, June 16, 2020
U.S. Supreme Court Says Title VII “Unambiguously” Protects Workers from Employment Discrimination based on Homosexual or Transgender Status
Hodgson Russ Labor & Employment Alert, June 16, 2020
Customer Safety a Significant Consideration when Reopening New York Phase III Businesses and Developing a COVID-19 Health and Safety Plan
Hodgson Russ OSHA Alert, June 15, 2020
Borrower Beware: Prepare Now to Defend your Company’s Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loan from SBA Review or a Possible False Claims Act or Criminal Investigation
Hodgson Russ COVID-19 Litigation & Employment Action Team Alert, June 15, 2020
U.S. Supreme Court Update, July 2020
Journal of Multistate Taxation and Incentives, June 15, 2020
New York Confirms Estimated Tax Payment Due June 15
Hodgson Russ State & Local Tax Alert, June 12, 2020
New York Public Service Commission Allows Anchor Customers of MTC-Eligible CDG Projects to Receive Community Credit
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, June 12, 2020
OSHA Fields Over 5,500 COVID-19 Related Employee Complaints and Referrals while State Programs Receive 12,500, and the Numbers Continue to Climb
Hodgson Russ OSHA Alert, June 9, 2020
IRS Publishes New Guidance on Key Employee Benefit Plan Deadlines
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Alert, June 9, 2020
Is Your Reputation So Bad You Cannot Be Defamed?
Hodgson Russ Media & First Amendment Alert, June 9, 2020
COVID-19 Response Update for Industrial Development Agencies
Hodgson Russ Public Authority Alert, June 9, 2020
Shifting Sands For Pairing Batteries and Renewables; Utilities Seek Tariff Changes and NYSERDA To Provide Adder
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, June 9, 2020
Governor Cuomo’s Latest Executive Order Extends Deadlines to Submit Absentee Ballots for School Vote
Hodgson Russ Education Alert, June 8, 2020
In Person Special Education Services and Instruction May Be Provided During Summer Term
Hodgson Russ Special Education Alert, June 6, 2020
SEC Updates Rules on Financial Disclosures for Business Acquisitions and Dispositions
Hodgson Russ Securities Regulation & Corporate Compliance Alert, June 5, 2020
Guidance on Upcoming Budget Vote and Board Member Election
Hodgson Russ Education Alert, June 5, 2020
Relief from Some PPP Restrictions
Hodgson Russ Banking & Finance Alert, June 4, 2020
More COVID-19 SALT Updates: June 15 Estimated Taxes and NYC Decoupling
Hodgson Russ State & Local Tax Alert, June 3, 2020
Renewable Energy Projects and Brownfield Redevelopment in New York State – The Risk can be Worth the Increasing Reward
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, June 3, 2020
New York Extends Deadline for Annual Report for Electric Generating Facilities
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, June 2, 2020
The Child Victims Act Has Been Extended – What Should You Be Doing Now?
Hodgson Russ Education Alert, June 2, 2020
Stakeholders await key electric vehicle order from New York’s Public Service Commission
Westlaw, June 1, 2020
Preparing Your Required COVID-19 Health and Safety Plan For a Phase Two Business Reopening
Hodgson Russ OSHA Alert, June 1, 2020
U.S. Supreme Court Update, May 2020
Journal of Multistate Taxation and Incentives, May 30, 2020
Uptick in Investor Class Action Lawsuits Expected Due to COVID-19
Hodgson Russ Class Action Litigation Alert, May 29, 2020
OSHA Updates Its Guidance for Recording COVID-19 Illnesses on Employers’ OSHA 300 Logs and Self-Reporting Obligations for Work-Related Fatalities and In-Patient Hospitalizations
Hodgson Russ OSHA Alert, May 27, 2020
New York State Launches Forward Loan Fund Program – What Do I Need to Know?
Hodgson Russ Banking & Finance Alert, May 26, 2020
Essential Investment in New York’s Grid is on the Horizon; NY PSC Sets the Course for Major Transmission Planning and Upgrades
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, May 26, 2020
SEC Discusses COVID-19 Pandemic-Related Enforcement Priorities
Hodgson Russ Business Litigation Alert, May 22, 2020
Stakeholders Await Key Electric Vehicle Order from New York’s Public Service Commission
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, May 20, 2020
Reminder About Your Annual Sexual Harassment Training Obligations
Hodgson Russ Labor & Employment Alert, May 20, 2020
OSHA Guidance For COVID-19 Health and Safety Plans Required for Phased Reopenings of New York Businesses
Hodgson Russ OSHA Alert, May 18, 2020
Paycheck Protection Program: SBA Releases Forgiveness Application – Some Questions Answered, Others Remain
Hodgson Russ Banking & Finance Alert, May 18, 2020
IRS Issues Section 125 Cafeteria Plan Relief to Increase Employer Flexibility During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Alert, May 18, 2020
NYS Public Service Commission Carves a New Path to Six Gigawatt Solar Target
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, May 15, 2020
Preparing Your Required Covid-19 Health and Safety Plan for An Energy Construction Business Reopening
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy and Construction Alert, May 15, 2020
Preparing Your Required COVID-19 Health and Safety Plan for Business Reopening in New York State
Hodgson Russ OSHA and Business Litigation Alert, May 13, 2020
PPP Update: SBA Provides Guidance on Application of Necessity Certification
Hodgson Russ Banking & Finance Alert, May 13, 2020
Department of Education Releases Final Title IX Regulations
Hodgson Russ Education Alert, May 13, 2020
New York Mandates New COVID-19 Testing and Reporting Requirements for Skilled Nursing and Adult Care Facilities
Hodgson Russ Healthcare Alert, May 11, 2020
New York Follows Other States in Allowing Security Deposits to be Applied Toward Rent
Hodgson Russ Real Estate Alert, May 11, 2020
New COVID-19 Pilot Program and Extensions for Patents and Trademarks
Hodgson Russ Intellectual Property Alert, May 8, 2020
Zoning Nuances for Energy Storage Development in New York City that Every Developer Should Know
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, May 6, 2020
New York Issues Updated Guidance Broadly Expanding Medicaid Telehealth
Hodgson Russ Healthcare Alert, May 6, 2020
New York Executive Order Modifies Real Property Tax Deadlines
Hodgson Russ Municipal Alert, May 5, 2020
Newly Announced Deadline Extensions and Other Disaster Relief for Employee Benefit Plans
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Alert, May 5, 2020
IRS Issues Additional Guidance on Employee Retention Tax Credit; Consistency with Congressional Intent Again Questioned
Hodgson Russ Federal-International Tax Alert, May 5, 2020
New Jersey Allows Security Deposits to be Used for Rent – Will New York Follow?
Hodgson Russ Real Estate Alert, May 4, 2020
When the Student is Ready, the Master Will Appear
Tax Notes State, May 4, 2020
School Votes Set for June 9 Under Substantially Revamped Procedures
Hodgson Russ Education Alert, May 2, 2020
IRS Denies Deductions for Expenses Paid with Forgiven PPP Loans
Hodgson Russ Federal-International Tax Alert, May 1, 2020
Stimulus Scams Awareness
April 29, 2020
Privacy & Security Tips
April 29, 2020
EEOC Gives Green Light to Employers Testing Employees for COVID-19
Hodgson Russ Labor & Employment Alert, April 28, 2020
A Quick Reminder: Cybersecurity and Privacy Policies are Not Enough—Businesses Must Keep Them Current
Hodgson Russ Cybersecurity & Privacy Alert, April 28, 2020
NYS Aligning Long-Term Planning for Gas Utilities with Carbon Neutrality Mandate
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, April 27, 2020
Proposed Legislation to Aid Local Governments and Schools in the Wake of COVID-19
Hodgson Russ Bond Counsel Alert, April 27, 2020
U.S. Supreme Court Holds Plaintiffs Not Required to Prove Willful Trademark Infringement to Recover Profits
Hodgson Russ Intellectual Property Litigation Alert, April 27, 2020
Potentially Significant Changes to Regulation Under the Clean Water Act
Hodgson Russ Environmental Alert, April 27, 2020
Setting the Table on Allocation and Apportionment in New York
Tax Notes State, April 27, 2020
Should My Business Apply for an Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL)?
Hodgson Russ Banking & Finance Alert, April 24, 2020
COVID-19 Relief Package 3.5 Adds $75 Billion to Provider Relief Fund
Hodgson Russ Healthcare Alert, April 24, 2020
More Funds for Paycheck Protection Program, More Uncertainty for Businesses
Hodgson Russ Banking & Finance Alert, April 24, 2020
Progress and Pause from NY’s Public Service Commission: Offshore Wind Program Authorized, But NY-Sun Approval Delayed
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, April 23, 2020
President Trump’s Executive Order on Immigration Due to COVID-19
Hodgson Russ Immigration Alert, April 23, 2020
Authorities Are on Alert for Insider Trading - Is Your Business at Risk?
Hodgson Russ Business Litigation and Securities Regulation & Corporate Compliance Alert, April 22, 2020
Failing to Protect Against COVID-19: Can My Business Be Sued?
Hodgson Russ Business Litigation Alert, April 22, 2020
Court Rules News Organization Not Liable for Copyright Infringement Based on Instagram’s Terms of Use
Hodgson Russ Media & First Amendment Alert, April 22, 2020
IRS Announces Pandemic Relief for U.S./Foreign Residency Determinations
Hodgson Russ International Tax Alert, April 22, 2020
FERC to Hear New York’s Arguments Against Mitigation of Renewables
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, April 21, 2020
New York Executive Orders Expand the Ranks of Healthcare Providers to Fight COVID-19
Hodgson Russ Healthcare Alert, April 21, 2020
Prominent Criminal Conviction Partially Overturned on Free Speech Grounds
Hodgson Russ Media & First Amendment Alert, April 20, 2020
Appellate Division Holds Opt-Out From Renewable Energy Tax Exemption Not Effective Unless Properly Filed
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, April 20, 2020
Coronavirus Legislation and Programs - What Agricultural Producers Should Know
Hodgson Russ Agriculture Alert, April 20, 2020
Treatment of Co-Working Arrangements During the COVID-19 Crisis
Hodgson Russ Real Estate Alert, April 20, 2020
Real Estate Business Tax Relief Under the CARES Act
Tax Notes State and Tax Notes Federal, April 20, 2020
The Coronavirus and Your Insurance Coverage Questions
Hodgson Russ Torts, Insurance & Products Liability Alert, April 17, 2020
IRS Postpones Due Date for Form 990 Series Returns
Hodgson Russ Tax-Exempt Organizations Alert, April 16, 2020
Not Just Section 94-c: New York’s Budget Creates Major Renewable Energy Initiatives
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, April 16, 2020
NY Budget Bill Amends Paid Time Off to Vote Law – Positive News For Employers
Hodgson Russ Labor & Employment Alert, April 16, 2020
Violating Price-Gouging Laws May Subject Businesses to Civil and Criminal Penalties
Hodgson Russ Business Litigation Alert, April 15, 2020
CARES Act Update: IRS Issues Guidance on Federal Tax Changes
Hodgson Russ Federal-International Tax Alert, April 14, 2020
$500 Billion in Direct Federal Loans Available for Local Governments
Hodgson Russ Municipal Alert, April 14, 2020
Governor Cuomo Signs Executive Order Requiring Employers to Provide All Essential Employees with Masks
Hodgson Russ Labor & Employment Alert, April 14, 2020
EPA Issues Supplemental Guidance on Response and Enforcement Actions
Hodgson Russ Environmental Alert, April 14, 2020
COVID-19 Impact on New York Residency, Day Counts, and Allocation
Tax Notes State, April 13, 2020
COVID-19's Impact on New York Property Tax Assessment Challenges
Tax Notes State, April 13, 2020
COVID-19's Impact on New York Property Tax Assessment Challenges
Tax Notes State, April 13, 2020
IRS Notice 2020-23 Provides Additional Deadline Extension Relief
Hodgson Russ Federal-International Tax Alert, April 10, 2020
Governor Cuomo Suspends the Requirement to Hold Public Hearings
Hodgson Russ Municipal Alert, April 10, 2020
Governor Cuomo Orders Reporting Certain Medical Equipment Located in New York State to the Department of Health for Redistribution
Hodgson Russ Healthcare Alert, April 10, 2020
CARES Act Update: Federal Reserve Releases First Guidance on Main Street Lending Program
Hodgson Russ Banking & Finance Alert, April 10, 2020
No New Taxes: New York’s FY 2020-21 Budget Bill Signed by Governor Cuomo
Hodgson Russ State & Local Tax Alert, April 10, 2020
NYS Budget Changes Establish Medicaid Long Term Care Provider Moratorium and LHCSA Contracting Process Thereby Reducing Access to Long Term Care Providers and Services
Hodgson Russ Home Care Alert, April 9, 2020
Re-tooling Your Business to Respond to the Coronavirus Pandemic? Here’s What You Need to Know
Hodgson Russ Business Litigation Alert, April 9, 2020
No-Damages-for-Delay Clauses and the COVID-19 Crisis
Hodgson Russ Construction Alert, April 9, 2020
Will New York “Take Back” the Function of Ensuring Electricity Resource Adequacy?
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, April 9, 2020
New York and Federal Lawmakers Ease Professional Practice, Licensing, and Documentation Requirements in Response to COVID-19 Pandemic
Hodgson Russ Healthcare Alert, April 9, 2020
CARES Act Impact on Bankruptcy Law
Hodgson Russ Bankruptcy, Restructuring & Commercial Litigation Alert, April 8, 2020
Video Conference Security Concerns Increase as NYS Suspends Article 7 In Person Meeting Requirement
Hodgson Russ Education, Municipal & Public Finance Alert, April 8, 2020
NY Executive Order Allows Estate Planning Documents to be Executed Virtually
Hodgson Russ Trusts & Estates Alert, April 8, 2020
New York Limits Liability for Health Care Facilities, Professionals, and Volunteer Organizations Arising from the COVID-19 Emergency
Hodgson Russ Healthcare Alert, April 8, 2020
Updates to the Paycheck Protection Program
Hodgson Russ Banking & Finance Alert, April 8, 2020
New York Court of Appeals Ruling on Postmates’s Workers Opens Door to Unemployment Relief for Gig Economy Workers
Hodgson Russ Labor & Employment Alert, April 7, 2020
FDA During the Pandemic: Packaging and Labeling of Shell Eggs Sold by Retail Establishments
Hodgson Russ Food & Beverage Alert, April 7, 2020
Adult-Use Cannabis Nixed from 2021 Executive Budget Amid Coronavirus Emergency – What Now?
Hemp & Medical Cannabis Alert, April 6, 2020
New York State Passes $3 Billion Act for Environmental Restoration and Protection – Next Stop, the Ballot Box
Hodgson Russ Environmental Alert, April 6, 2020
California Amends Proposition 65 Notification Requirements
Hodgson Russ Litigation Alert, April 6, 2020
OCR Eases HIPAA Enforcement for Telehealth Use During Coronavirus Crisis
Hodgson Russ Healthcare Alert, April 6, 2020
Cuomo Signs Budget Bill Providing Sick Leave for All NY Employees Beginning Jan. 1, 2021
Hodgson Russ Labor & Employment Practice Alert, April 6, 2020
Digital Taxation: The Source of the Problem
Tax Notes State, April 6, 2020
New York Legislature Passes Significant Amendments to the Wage Parity Law
Hodgson Russ Home Care Alert, April 4, 2020
FDA During the Pandemic: Relaxing Labeling Requirements for Restaurants and Food Manufacturers
Hodgson Russ Food & Beverage Practice Alert, April 3, 2020
Prevailing Wage Legislation and Industrial Development Agencies
Hodgson Russ Public Authority Alert, April 3, 2020
Non-Profit Organizations and the CARES Act: Can Non-Profits Take Advantage of the Financial Assistance Programs?
Hodgson Russ Tax-Exempt Organizations Alert , April 3, 2020
NYISO Takes First Steps on Tariff Amendments for Energy Storage Resources
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, April 3, 2020
Covid-19: FAQs for New York Tax and Residency Considerations
Hodgson Russ State & Local Tax Alert, April 3, 2020
NYS Department of Health Issues Temperature Monitoring and Return to Work Protocols after a COVID-19 Exposure or Infection
Hodgson Russ Labor & Employment and OSHA Alert, April 2, 2020
Major Overhaul of Large-Scale Renewable Energy Project Permitting Included in New York State Budget Bill
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, April 2, 2020
Temperature Monitoring and Return to Work Protocols in the Healthcare (Non-Telehealth) Setting after a COVID-19 Exposure or Infection
Hodgson Russ Healthcare & OSHA Alert, April 2, 2020
NYSDEC Issues Guidance on “Essential Activities” for Remedial and Brownfields Projects During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Hodgson Russ Environmental and Brownfield Redevelopment Alert, April 1, 2020
Updated Renewable Energy Construction and Contracts Guidance in the Face of COVID-19
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, April 1, 2020
The CARES Act and Public Finance
Hodgson Russ Public Finance Alert, April 1, 2020
Telecommuting During and After COVID-19: What Every Employer Should Know
Taxstringer, April 1, 2020
The CARES Act: Financial Assistance Highlights for the Real Estate Industry
Hodgson Russ Real Estate Alert, March 31, 2020
Three Ways School Districts are Affected by Cuomo’s New Executive Order 202.13
Hodgson Russ Education Alert , March 31, 2020
The Top Five Things to Know about Medicare Telehealth under the CARES Act
Hodgson Russ Healthcare Alert, March 31, 2020
U.S. Supreme Court Update, March/April 2020
Journal of Multistate Taxation and Incentives, March 30, 2020
Is your Business Eligible for Distressed Industry Relief under the CARES Act?
Hodgson Russ Banking & Finance Alert, March 30, 2020
The Nuts and Bolts of Nonresident Wage Allocation in New York
Tax Notes State, March 30, 2020
Amidst Coronavirus, New York Public Service Commission Authorizes New Community Credit Tranche, Extending Runway for Community Solar Projects
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, March 30, 2020
New York Exempts School Construction Work From Shut Down Order, But Calls For Schools To Postpone Non-Essential Work
Hodgson Russ Education Alert, March 30, 2020
New York State Exempts Municipal Construction From Blanket Ban, But Calls For Avoidance of Non-Essential Projects
Hodgson Russ Municipal Alert, March 30, 2020
COVID-19 Stimulus Legislation: Benefit Plans Highlights
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Alert, March 30, 2020
COVID-19 Developments for Tax-Exempt Organizations/Non-Profits
Hodgson Russ Tax-Exempt Organizations Alert, March 30, 2020
Comprehensive Cannabis Legalization in New York: Round II
CannaBuff Magazine, March 30, 2020
What is the $349 Billion Paycheck Protection Program?
Hodgson Russ Banking & Finance Alert, March 30, 2020
DOL Provides More Clarity on Families First Coronavirus Response Act Leave Provisions
Hodgson Russ Labor & Employment Alert, March 29, 2020
USEPA Issues Guidance on Enforcement and Compliance as a Result of COVID-19
Hodgson Russ Environmental Alert, March 27, 2020
State Updates Construction Essential Work Guidance, Amends Single Employee Exemption
Hodgson Russ Construction Alert , March 27, 2020
Trump Signs CARES Act – Federal Tax Law Changes
Hodgson Russ Federal-International Tax Alert , March 27, 2020
Environmental Compliance Considerations for Businesses in the Wake of COVID-19
Hodgson Russ Environmental Alert, March 26, 2020
U.S. Department of Labor Issues Guidance Related to Federal Paid Sick Time and FMLA Expansion
Hodgson Russ Labor & Employment Alert, March 26, 2020
IRS People First Initiative Provides Administrative Collection and Other Relief
Hodgson Russ Federal-International Tax Alert , March 26, 2020
A Time for Reflection: Estate Planning During a Market Downturn
Hodgson Russ Trusts & Estates Alert , March 25, 2020
New York State Empire State Development Corporation Updates “Essential Business” Guidance
Hodgson Russ Labor & Employment Alert, March 25, 2020
Sovereign Immunity Bars Copyright Infringement Claims Against States
Hodgson Russ Media & First Amendment Alert, March 25, 2020
Coronavirus Impact on New York Hospitals and Health Care Workers
Hodgson Russ Healthcare Alert, March 24, 2020
Federal Government Issues Informal Guidance to Speed FFCRA Tax Credits to Employers
Hodgson Russ Tax and Labor & Employment Alert, March 24, 2020
NYS Mandates 90 Day Forbearance for COVID-19 Impacted Borrowers
Hodgson Russ Banking & Finance Alert, March 24, 2020
Commercial Contracts in the Time of Coronavirus
Hodgson Russ Corporate Alert, March 23, 2020
Education Practice COVID-19 Update and FAQ
Hodgson Russ Education Alert, March 23, 2020
Coronavirus Impact on Commercial Leasing Operations
Hodgson Russ Real Estate Leasing Alert, March 23, 2020
Tenants, Taxes, and Tax Assessment Challenges
Tax Notes State, March 23, 2020
New York Governor Issues Executive Order Extending Statutes of Limitations, Service, and Other Legal Deadlines in Light of Coronavirus Pandemic
Hodgson Russ Litigation Alert, March 22, 2020
NYS Governor Reduces Workforce 100% Except for “Essential Business”
Hodgson Russ Labor & Employment Alert, March 22, 2020
COVID-19 Federal, State and Local Tax Employer Relief Efforts Update
Hodgson Russ State & Local Tax Alert, March 21, 2020
New York Executive Order Lifts Regulatory Obstacles to Fighting Coronavirus
Hodgson Russ Healthcare Alert, March 20, 2020
NYS Offers Further Coronavirus Workforce Restrictions Guidance
Hodgson Russ Labor & Employment Alert, March 20, 2020
NYS Governor Announces 100% Workforce Reductions Due to Coronavirus Pandemic
Hodgson Russ Labor & Employment Alert, March 20, 2020
COVID-19 Employee Benefit Plan Developments
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Alert, March 19, 2020
Cuomo Issues Further Order on Workforce Reduction: Employers Now Down to Twenty-Five Percent
Hodgson Russ Labor & Employment Alert, March 19, 2020
IRS Announces Federal Income Tax Payment Deferral
Hodgson Russ Federal-International Tax Alert, March 19, 2020
Do I Have Insurance for My Coronavirus Losses?
Hodgson Russ Corporate Alert, March 19, 2020
Federal and State Legislation Enacted to Address Paid Sick Time and Other Leave Related to COVID-19
Hodgson Russ Labor & Employment Alert, March 19, 2020
Coronavirus Update: NY Businesses are Required to Keep 50 Percent of Workforce Home
Hodgson Russ Labor & Employment Alert, March 18, 2020
CMS Expands Use of Telehealth to Address COVID-19 Public Health Emergency
Hodgson Russ Healthcare Alert, March 18, 2020
The Implications of the Governor’s 3/17/2020 Executive Order for School Districts
Hodgson Russ Education Practice Alert, March 17, 2020
The Implications of the Governor’s 3/17/2020 Executive Order for Municipalities
Hodgson Russ Municipal Alert, March 17, 2020
Coronavirus, the Open Meetings Law, and Emergency Powers: A Brief Guide for Municipal Officials
Hodgson Russ Municipal Alert, March 16, 2020
IRS Issues HDHP Coronavirus Relief
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Alert, March 16, 2020
Should Hydroponic Products Be Certified as Organic?
Hodgson Russ Food & Beverage Alert, March 16, 2020
Coronavirus E-mail Scams
Hodgson Russ Cybersecurity & Privacy Alert, March 13, 2020
Using Non-Competes In Employee Handbooks
Hodgson Russ Non-Compete, Non-Solicit & Trade Secrets Alert, March 12, 2020
Coronavirus Appropriations Act Eases Restrictions on Medicare Telehealth Reimbursement during Emergency
Hodgson Russ Healthcare Alert, March 9, 2020
COVID-19 Coronavirus and Workforce Considerations for Employers
Hodgson Russ Labor & Employment Alert, March 6, 2020
New York City Taxes: A Quick Primer for Businesses
Taxstringer, March 2, 2020
The Multistate Tax Implications of a Mobile Workforce
Taxstringer, March 1, 2020
U.S. Supreme Court Update, February 2020
Journal of Multistate Taxation and Incentives, February 29, 2020
Proposed Regulations Provides Further Guidance on Amended Section 162(m)
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, February 28, 2020
Updates to Group Health Plan Service Agreements May be Required to Comply with Final Rule Regarding Confidentiality of Substance Use Disorder Patient Records
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, February 28, 2020
Employee Benefits Developments February 2020
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, February 28, 2020
Document Mailing of COBRA Notices
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, February 28, 2020
IRS: Sponsors Must Retain Copies of Signed Retirement Plan Documents
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, February 28, 2020
FERC Orders Deal Blow to Downstate New York Renewables
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, February 26, 2020
Apple Gets Bit by New York Sales Taxes
Tax Notes State, February 24, 2020
Winter 2019/2020 Attorney & Alumni News
Hodgson Russ Attorney and Alumni Newsletter, February 24, 2020
The New York SHIELD Act: Are You Ready?
Hodgson Russ Cybersecurity & Privacy Alert, February 24, 2020
Governor Cuomo Proposes Major Overhaul of Large-Scale Renewable Energy Project Permitting
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, February 24, 2020
New Regulatory Guidance on Compliance with the California Consumer Privacy Act
Hodgson Russ Cybersecurity & Privacy Alert, February 19, 2020
2020 Tax-Exempt Organizations Update
Hodgson Russ Tax-Exempt Organizations Alert, February 13, 2020
Ready, Set, Go? New York Proposes a "Make-Ready" Program for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, February 10, 2020
New York’s FY 2021 Budget: An Ounce of Pot and Not Much More
Hodgson Russ State & Local Tax Alert, February 10, 2020
FERC Approves NYISO’s Participation Model for Distributed Energy Resources
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, February 4, 2020
FTC Announces Increased HSR and Interlocking Directorate Thresholds
Hodgson Russ Corporate & Securities Alert, February 4, 2020
New Limited Liability Corporation Law Imposes Personal Liability for Unpaid Wages
Hodgson Russ Labor & Employment Alert, February 3, 2020
Does My US Corporation Need US Employees?
Nordic Innovation House, New York Publications, February 2020
Proposed Regulations Mandate New Price and Cost-Sharing Disclosures for Group Health Plans
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, January 31, 2020
Employee Benefits Developments January 2020
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, January 31, 2020
“Cadillac Tax” Repealed; PCORI Fee Extended
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, January 31, 2020
New York State Offshore Wind: The Launch of Phase II
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, January 30, 2020
U.S. Supreme Court Update, January 2020
Journal of Multistate Taxation and Incentives, January 29, 2020
State Energy Plan Amendment Proposal May Signal Successor to Taxpayer Mitigation
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy and Municipal Alert, January 29, 2020
A Comprehensive Cannabis Program for New York State: The Second Act
Hemp & Medical Cannabis Alert, January 28, 2020
New York Public Service Commission Approves New Contracting Structure for Large-Scale Project Renewable Energy Credits
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, January 22, 2020
Brownfields Are Indeed Opportunity Zones
Hodgson Russ Environmental, Brownfield and Tax Alert, January 22, 2020
New York Adopts Nitrogen Oxide Emissions Rule Aimed at Mitigating Peaker Plant Emissions and Boosting Energy Storage
Hodgson Russ Environmental and Renewable Energy Alert, January 21, 2020
DOJ and FTC Propose Vertical Merger Guidelines
Hodgson Russ Antitrust,Trade Regulation & Anticorruption Alert, January 21, 2020
Small Estate Threshold Increased
Hodgson Russ Trusts & Estates Alert, January 14, 2020
SECURE Act Expands Retirement Savings Opportunities and Simplifies Plan Administration
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Alert, January 8, 2020
Re-Perfection of a Lapsed Security Interest
Hodgson Russ Cross-Border Finance Alert, January 8, 2020
7th Circuit Holds Retiree Medical Coverage Vested for Life Based on Unambiguous Durational Language in Collective Bargaining Agreement
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, January 6, 2020
IRS Extends Deadline for Amending Pre-Approved Plans for Final Hardship Withdrawal Regulations
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, January 6, 2020
IRS Publishes 2019 Required Amendments List for Individually Designed Plans
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, January 6, 2020
ACA Employer Mandate Reporting Deadline Extended
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, January 6, 2020
State Law Claim under Prenuptial Agreement Not Barred by ERISA
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, January 6, 2020
Employee Benefits Developments December 2019
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, January 6, 2020
Private Equity Funds Not Liable for Withdrawal Liability
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, January 6, 2020
FERC Partially Approves NYISO Compliance Filing Concerning Energy Storage Resources
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, January 6, 2020
New York's Commercial PACE Program Picks Up Steam
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy and Muncipal Law Alert, January 6, 2020
Homeless People Who Sleep on the Sidewalk Protected By Recent Supreme Court Decision
Hodgson Russ Municipal Alert, January 6, 2020
Clawback Final Regulations
Hodgson Russ Trusts & Estates Alert, January 2, 2020
Looking Ahead in New York Taxes: Ending the Vacation Home Debate
Tax Notes State, December 30, 2019
Farewell 2019, Hello 2020!
Tax Notes State, December 30, 2019
SECURE Act Brings Major Changes to Retirement and Estate Planning
Hodgson Russ Trusts & Estates Alert, December 27, 2019
Introduction to C-PACE in New York
December 19, 2019
New York Modifies Interconnection Requirements for Distributed Energy Resources
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, December 19, 2019
Governor Cuomo Signs Hemp Bill, With Strings Attached
Hemp & Medical Cannabis Alert, December 16, 2019
Buffalo Becomes the Latest Community Creating a Clean Energy Financing Program
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy and Muncipal Law Alert, December 16, 2019
ACE-NY Releases Report on Carbon Pricing in Latest Push for NYISO Wholesale Market Reform
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, December 12, 2019
NYSERDA Seeks $573 Million and Policy Changes to Reboot NY-Sun
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, December 4, 2019
Petition is first move towards New York’s aggressive goal of 6,000 Megawatts of solar by 2025
Dismissal of DOL’s Failure to Monitor Suit Was Appropriate Based On Retirement Committee’s Swift Action to Rectify Undiversified Trust
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, December 3, 2019
DOL Proposal Would Open the Door to Electronic Delivery of Retirement Plan Notices/Disclosures
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, December 3, 2019
Proposed Class Action Litigation Blocked By Mandatory Arbitration Agreement
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, December 3, 2019
2020 Benefit Limits Announced
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, December 3, 2019
Employee Benefits Developments November 2019
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, December 3, 2019
New York’s First Offshore Wind Contracts Are Done – Now What?
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, December 2, 2019
U.S. Supreme Court Update, November/December 2019
Journal of Multistate Taxation and Incentives, November 29, 2019
EPA Issues Notice of Proposed TRI Rulemaking for PFAS Substances
Hodgson Russ Environmental Alert, November 27, 2019
Estate and Gift Tax Exclusions Increase to $11.58 Million in 2020
Hodgson Russ Trusts & Estates Alert, November 18, 2019
Amendments to the Lead and Copper Rule Place Stricter Responsibilities on Water Suppliers
Hodgson Russ Environmental, Municipal, and Public Finance Alert, November 12, 2019
Trump Tax Updates, End To SALT Cap Lawsuit
Law360, November 7, 2019
Are Renewable and Energy Storage Developers Capturing the Value of New York City’s New Building Emissions Law?
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, November 6, 2019
OIG Solicits Comments to Proposed Modifications to Anti-Kickback Regulations, Including Addition of Value-Based Arrangements, Patient Involvement, Cybersecurity and CMS-Sponsored Models
Hodgson Russ Healthcare Alert, November 6, 2019
Healthcare Practice Posts Two Alerts Regarding Solicitation of Comments
Hodgson Russ Healthcare Alert, November 6, 2019
CMS Solicits Comments to Proposed Modifications to Stark Regulations, Including Addition of Value-Based Arrangements and Cybersecurity Exceptions
Hodgson Russ Healthcare Alert, November 6, 2019
USDA Issues Long-Awaited Hemp Production Rule
Hemp & Medical Cannabis Alert, November 4, 2019
Interim guidance adds some certainty to an evolving industry, including relief from strict criminal limits
New Revenue Reporting Requirements for New York Electric Generating Facilities
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, November 1, 2019
Fast Chargers and Slow Progress: The State of the New York Electric Vehicle Market and What Comes Next
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, October 31, 2019
Court Reverses Award of COBRA Penalties
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, October 30, 2019
IRS Establishes Remedial Amendment Periods for Correcting 403(b) Plan Document Defects
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, October 30, 2019
Actuarial Equivalence Lawsuits Update: Defendants Earn a Win as Pepsi is Granted Motion to Dismiss
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, October 30, 2019
Once Accelerated, ERISA Withdrawal Liability May Not Be Decelerated
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, October 30, 2019
Employee Benefits Developments October 2019
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, October 30, 2019
OSHA to Remodel Online Delivery of 10-Hour and 30-Hour Outreach Courses
Hodgson Russ OSHA Alert, October 30, 2019
U.S. Supreme Court Update, October 2019
Journal of Multistate Taxation and Incentives, October 29, 2019
OSHA Reiterates Online Computer-Based Training Does Not Satisfy Requirements
Hodgson Russ OSHA Alert, October 28, 2019
The New Election Leave Law: A Reminder and Some Recommendations
Hodgson Russ Municipal and Education Alert, October 21, 2019
Emergency Rule Addresses Energy Storage Systems Fire and Safety Concerns
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, October 18, 2019
Wayfair and Its Potential Income Tax Implications for Canadian Businesses
Canadian Tax Highlights, October 16, 2019
Important Exception to US Expatriation Provisions
Canadian Tax Highlights, October 16, 2019
IRS Relief Procedures for Certain Former Citizens
Canadian Tax Highlights, October 16, 2019
New York Utilities Release RFPs for Large Energy Storage Systems
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy and Environmental Alert, October 8, 2019
National Grid Consolidated Billing and Customer Acquisition Petition
Hodgson Russ Renewable Energy Alert, October 7, 2019
SAFE Banking Act Provides For Much Needed Financial Services to the Cannabis Industry
Hemp & Medical Cannabis Alert, October 4, 2019
Federal Agencies Defer Rule Requiring Crediting Drug Coupons towards Health Plan Cost Sharing
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, September 30, 2019
Third Circuit Addresses Partial Withdrawal Liability Situation
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, September 30, 2019
PLR Allows Health FSA Reimbursement of Genetic Testing
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, September 30, 2019
Employee Benefits Developments September 2019
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, September 30, 2019
9th Circuit Enforces Plan Arbitration Provision
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, September 30, 2019
IRS Publishes Final Hardship Withdrawal Regulations
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, September 30, 2019
U.S. Supreme Court Update, September 2019
Journal of Multistate Taxation and Incentives, September 29, 2019
Is Your Pallet Racking a Latent OSHA Violation and Abatement Nightmare?
Hodgson Russ OSHA Alert, September 27, 2019
What New York's bold climate law means for the Adirondacks
Adirondack Explorer, September 23, 2019
Down the Rabbit Hole: N.Y. Updates Corporate Tax Apportionment Rules
Tax Notes State, September 23, 2019
Fourth Department Rejects Telecommunications Companies' Efforts to Circumvent Court of Appeals Ruling on Taxability of Telecommunications Infrastructure and Fiber Optic Cables
Hodgson Russ Municipal, Real Property Tax Assessment, and Telecommunications Alert, September 20, 2019
NY Tax Minutes: City Finances, Transparency, Tribunal Rulings
Law360, September 19, 2019
IRS Relief Procedures for Certain Former Citizens
Hodgson Russ Federal and International Tax Alert, September 9, 2019
New Developments Involving Multiple Employer Plans (MEPs)
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, August 30, 2019
No Withdrawal Liability But An Exit Fee Owing?
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, August 30, 2019
Internal Revenue Service Issues Revenue Ruling Addressing Tax and Reporting Consequences of Uncashed Distribution Checks from Qualified Retirement Plans
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, August 30, 2019
IRS Issues Guidance on Preventive Care Services for HSA Participants
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, August 30, 2019
Employee Benefits Developments August 2019
Hodgson Russ Employee Benefits Newsletter, August 30, 2019
NCUA Interim Guidance Alert Regarding Hemp Businesses
Hemp & Medical Cannabis Alert, August 23, 2019
New York State Amends the Human Rights Law (Again) to Prohibit Discrimination on the Basis of Employees’ Religious Attire, Clothing and Facial Hair
Hodgson Russ Labor & Employment Alert, August 19, 2019
NYS Governor Signs Bill Governing Workplace Harassment & Discrimination Protections
Hodgson Russ Labor & Employment Alert, August 16, 2019
The Child Victims Act - What Should You Be Doing Now?
Hodgson Russ Education Alert, August 14, 2019
NY Tax Minutes: Trump Tax Returns, New Corporate Tax Regs
Law360, August 13, 2019

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