The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has updated its Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding the $50 billion general allocation from the Provider Relief Fund and has issued new FAQs regarding the targeted distributions for rural and high impact areas. Updated Continue Reading
Georgia Governor Issues Further Executive Order Impacting Health Care
On May 12, 2020, Gov. Brian Kemp issued Executive Order No. 05.12.20.02, which contains a section specific to health care businesses and practitioners (Section VI). Although the provisions of this section are in part a repetition of prior executive orders, health care businesses and Continue Reading
Medicare Reimbursement of Pharmacy-Based COVID-19 Testing
On May 8, 2020, CMS issued guidance clarifying how pharmacies and other suppliers can obtain waivers to allow them to temporarily enroll as independent clinical diagnostic laboratories for the purpose of providing COVID-19 diagnostic testing. This move is seen as a critical step in expanding the Continue Reading
Tennessee Governor Issues Executive Order Extending Previous Orders Impacting Health Care Providers and Facilities
On May 12, 2020, Gov. Bill Lee issued Executive Order No. 36, which is designed to facilitate the incremental reopening of Tennessee businesses. The Order acknowledges that COVID-19 remains present in communities throughout the state and, among other things, provides for continued flexibility for Continue Reading
Treasury Issues Interim Final Rule on Paycheck Protection Program Loan Increases
On May 13, 2020, the Treasury Department issued an interim final rule that provides guidance on increases to certain Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans issued by the Small Business Administration (SBA) to partnerships and seasonal employers. The interim final rule supplements (1) an April Continue Reading
Estate Planning Weekly COVID-19 Update – 05.12.20
This weekly COVID-19 update is brought to you by our Chambliss Estate Planning team. We are sharing articles, legal developments, external resources, and tips for coping during these uncertain times. Each weekly issue will cover various trends of vital interest in the world of estate planning, elder Continue Reading
Treasury Provides New Safe Harbor for Recipients of PPP Loans Less than $2 Million
On May 13, 2020, the Treasury Department issued much-needed guidance for borrowers still considering whether they should return loan funds received under the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). In recent FAQs, the Department raised concerns for borrowers by challenging whether they had in good faith Continue Reading
Lessons Learned in Quarantine
As many states across the nation begin the process of lifting stay-at-home orders and reopening restaurants, gyms, salons, and other businesses, there is still much uncertainty about how long our lives will be impacted by COVID-19. As much as I would like for things to return to "normal," I know Continue Reading
DOL Updates to COVID-19 FMLA Related FAQs
The Department of Labor (DOL) has once again updated its frequently asked questions to clarify certain employee rights and employer obligations under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the Act). Here are the highlights of the new guidance: Can an employee now take paid sick leave or Continue Reading
Practical Tips to Engaging in M&A Transactions in a COVID-19 World
Navigating M&A transactions can be a challenge in the best of times. Unfortunately, it would be difficult to call this the "best of times" from a business perspective given the current COVID-19 pandemic. Businesses are currently facing a myriad of challenges – everything from reduced demand for Continue Reading