COVID-19 Resource Center

d in NorthJersey.com article, "A year into COVID-19, transparency lacks in NJ." The article discusses the response of Governor Phil Murphy's administration over the past year to requests for information pursuant to the Open Public Records Act regarding the state's response to the pandemic.… Read more

As you may know, U.S. employers may implement a policy making it mandatory for employees to receive the vaccination for COVID-19 provided that appropriate exceptions are made for those who cannot receive it for medical or religious reasons. If you plan to implement such a policy, you should begin planning now.… Read more

On February 4, 2021, Sean Mack, co-chair of the Litigation practice and co-chair of the Cannabis & Hemp practice at Pashman Stein Walder Hayden presented at a virtual seminar for the Training Committee of the Department of the Attorney General in Hawaii.… Read more

The webinar is geared towards physician practice owners who, in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, realize that they cannot stand still if they want to remain relevant and competitive… Read more

Svetlana (Lana) Ros, chair of the Health Care practice at Pashman Stein Walder Hayden, was quoted in a Relias Media webpage article, " Nurse in Jeopardy for Refusing Hospital's COVID-19 Policy on Scrubs." The article discusses a Minnesota nurse's refusal to follow his hospital's policy on taking scrubs home and laundering them, due to the risk of spreading the coronavirus by taking scrubs home.… Read more

On January 28, Lana Ros, chair of Pashman Stein Walder Hayden's Health Care practice, will participate in a CIANJ virtual event on the COVID-19 vaccine.… Read more

On Tuesday, December 8, 2020 @ 6:00 PM, our attorneys from the Health Care practice and Insurance Coverage & Indemnification practice will host a virtual town hall on business disruption.… Read more

On December 3, 2020, Lana Ros, chair of Pashman Stein Walder Hayden's Health Care practice will participate in a roundtable panel for MdAdvantage on the impacts of COVID19 for employment, social media, and the future of healthcare.… Read more

As state and local authorities scrambled in March and April 2020 to respond to COVID-19, a disease caused by the novel coronavirus, it became hard to explain to the public why houses of worship had restrictions that other places did not. In Louisville, Kentucky, drive-through liquor stores could operate, but drive-in churches could not. In Kansas, religious gatherings were limited to 10 congregants with an unlimited number of clerics, musical performers, and others leading a service, while detoxification centers, hotels, and libraries had no restrictions on the number of people who could gather. In Illinois, religious gatherings were limited to 10 people total, but large warehouses and stores selling recreational cannabis were not.… Read more

Endeavoring to detect patterns in real estate markets can be a risky and humbling experience. Some trends that seemed obviously self-sustaining can abruptly reverse course, while others take off exponentially.… Read more

CJ Griffin, Director of the Justice Gary S. Stein Public Interest Center at Pashman Stein Walder Hayden, was quoted in northjersey.com article, "Murphy administration cites 'terrorism' concerns to keep NJ coronavirus weak points secret."… Read more

On May 22, 2020, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) published two new interim final rules with respect to the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)—the small business loan program implemented under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. The issuance of these new regulations follows the release of the PPP loan forgiveness application the week earlier.… Read more

Under the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), prospective borrowers are required to certify in good faith that "[c]urrent economic uncertainty makes this loan request necessary to support [their] ongoing operations."… Read more

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) launched the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) on April 3, 2020. Under the PPP, eligible small businesses could apply for and receive loans to cover their payroll costs and certain other expenses.… Read more

On Wednesday, May 13, 2020, Governor Murphy signed an executive order (EO 142) permitting resumption of non-essential construction and permitting sales by non-essential retail businesses with curbside pick-up, in each case, subject to certain conditions. These provisions are effective at 6:00 a.m. on Monday, May 18, 2020.… Read more

Many business owners have questions about the new laws and regulations enacted in response to the COVID-19 health emergency. We are here to help.… Read more

In response to the outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) launched a small business loan program of unprecedented size called the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP).… Read more

Chief Administrative Judge Lawrence Marks issued a memorandum setting forth "next steps" for opening up New York courts to non-essential matters. On Monday, May 4, 2020, courts with NYSCEF e-filing systems will accept filings for new motions, responsive papers to previously filed motions and other applications (including post-judgment applications) and notices of appeal.… Read more

On April 14, 2020, Governor Murphy signed two employment-related bills into law: S2374, which expanded New Jersey's Family Leave Act (FLA), and S2353, which modified the state's WARN law.… Read more

During this time of uncertainty due to the COVID-19 pandemic, our Pashman Stein Walder Hayden Trust & Estate and Elder Law group remain available to address all of your planning, administration, and related needs.… Read more

CJ Griffin, Director of the Justice Gary S. Stein Public Interest Center at Pashman Stein Walder Hayden, was interviewed by NPR and WHYY radio in their story, "COVID-19 slows access to government records in Pa. and N.J." Griffin discusses why access to public records may be more difficult during a pandemic.… Read more

On Tuesday, April 14, 2020, Governor Phil Murphy signed the following ten COVID-19-related bills into law. All of the new laws take effect immediately and, as noted below, some apply retroactively.… Read more

Tracy Julian, Chair of the Family Law Group, was quoted in Law360 article, "COVID-19 Makes For Socially Distanced NJ Bar Convention." Julian discusses the plan for the 2020 NJ Bar Convention amid COVID-19.… Read more

We hope that all of you and your families are safe and healthy through the COVID-19 pandemic that is affecting every aspect of our lives. We look forward to a quick resolution of the current health crisis.… Read more

On April 3, 2020, the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) announced the Small Business Emergency Assistance Loan Program. The $10 million program provides low-interest working capital loans of up to $100,000 to small and mid-sized New Jersey businesses impacted by the outbreak of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).… Read more

On April 9, 2020, Governor Murphy signed an executive order (EO 123) that provides extended "emergency grace periods" for insureds to pay their insurance premiums before their policies can be canceled for non-payment.… Read more

On April 8, 2020, Governor Murphy signed an executive order (EO 122) that requires all "non-essential" construction projects to cease and that imposes additional mitigation requirements on essential retail businesses and industries.… Read more

Congress enacted the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act on March 27, 2020. Just one week later, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) launched the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), an initiative conceived under the CARES Act to keep workers paid and employed for the duration of the outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).… Read more

Chief Administrative Judge Marks announced today that starting on Monday, April 13, 2020, the Office of Court Administration will take preliminary steps to open up remote access to the courts for non-essential pending cases.… Read more

Governor Cuomo issued another Executive Order (EO 202.14), generally extending for an additional thirty (30) days until May 7, 2020, the suspensions and modifications of various laws and directives, not otherwise superseded by a subsequent directives, made by Executive Order 202 and its subsequent Executive Orders.… Read more

On April 7, the Bergen Bar Association and Withum+(formerly known as Withumsmith+Brown) will host a free CLE webinar to discuss SBA loans and other COVID-19 issues for law firms. Pashman Stein Walder Hayden Attorney's Jim Boyan, Frank Huttle, and Dennis Smith will be speaking at the webinar.… Read more

On April 7, CIANJ will host a webinar regarding certain employment-related issues arising during the COVID-19 pandemic, including under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act and the CARES Act. Pashman Stein Walder Hayden Attorney Jim Boyan will be presenting at the webinar.… Read more

CJ Griffin, Director of the Justice Gary S. Stein Public Interest Center at Pashman Stein Walder Hayden, was quoted in NJ Spotlight article, "Municipalities Adapt, Try to Keep Local Government Going with Technology."… Read more

On April 2, 2020 Governor Murphy signed an executive order (EO 113) authorizing the Superintendent of the State Police to commandeer personal services, real property, and personal property, including medical resources, to combat the COVID-19 health emergency.… Read more

There are strategic initiatives that can be implemented to keep your case moving forward if you are in the midst of a lawsuit or wish to initiate one.… Read more

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act has been signed into law, and just yesterday the U.S. Department of the Treasury issued guidance for the new Paycheck Protection Program. Under the $349 billion stimulus program, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will administer direct loans of up to $10 million though participating lenders to small businesses and nonprofit organizations across the nation.… Read more

Scott Lippert, partner at Pashman Stein Walder Hayden was quoted in Law360 article, "NJ Real Estate Deals in Chokehold Amid COVID-19 Lockdown." The article explains how New Jersey is dealing with the Real Estate deals during the COVID-19 lockdown.… Read more

On March 27, 2020, Congress passed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act which expands eligibility for unemployment benefits, increases the amount of unemployment benefits individuals can receive, and extends the duration of unemployment benefits.… Read more

Governor Phil Murphy's executive order to stay home requires all New Jersey residents to "remain at home unless they are…visiting family or other individuals with whom the resident has a close personal relationship, such as those for whom the individual is a caretaker or romantic partner…" to prevent the spread of coronavirus. If you are co-parenting through COVID-19, that means transporting children to engage in parenting time with a co-parent is appropriate under the "Stay at Home Order."… Read more

In response to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) outbreak, the Senate has passed a $2 trillion stimulus package to help mitigate the economic impact of the pandemic. The bill, entitled the "Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act" or the "CARES Act," is slated for a vote in the… Read more

Court Filings Suspended – Chief Administrative Judge Lawrence Marks issued and Administrative Order directing that "effective immediately and until further notice, no papers shall be accepted for filing [both paper and electronic filings] by the county clerk or a court in any matter of a type not included on the list of essential matters".… Read more

Some friends and clients have expressed confusion about exactly what activities and commerce Governor Murphy's recent executive order (EO 107) prohibits.… Read more

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, our Trusts & Estates and Elder Law Group extends our concern to our clients and colleagues. Your health and safety remain our primary focus during this difficult time. We would be remiss, however, if we did not take this opportunity to advise you to consider the various estate planning implications that may be impacting you on account of the situation.… Read more

On March 20, 2020, Governor Murphy signed a series of coronavirus-related bills into law. Among them was A3849, which modifies the deadline by which public agencies must respond to an OPRA request during an emergency.… Read more

On March 20, 2020, Governor Murphy signed the following bills into law. All of these new laws take effect immediately.… Read more

In the past week, Governor Cuomo has issued Executive Orders as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, several of which are highlighted below.… Read more

Gov. Murphy's Executive Order 107, Paragraph 2.(4) of March 21, 2020, requires all New Jersey residents to "remain at home unless they are . . .… Read more

While we are all facing the challenges of dealing with an unprecedented health crisis, we are mindful that the coronavirus pandemic also brings into the spotlight various legal concerns.… Read more

In the coming weeks and months, many businesses may lose customers and sales as a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.… Read more

On March 19, 2020, Governor Murphy took legislative action, effective immediately, affecting residential evictions; telemedicine and telehealth; local elections and legislative business. A summary of such action is set forth below.… Read more

The coronavirus pandemic has caused a great deal of uncertainty in the commercial real estate market. There is no doubt that relations between landlords and tenants will be subjected to a perhaps unprecedented degree of stress in the coming months.… Read more

Congress has now passed, and the president has now signed, H.R. 6201, also known as the "Families First Coronavirus Response Act." The law contains two important provisions that affect employers and employees: the Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act and the Emergency Family and Medical Leave Expansion Act. Both of these Acts will apply to all private employers and covered public agencies with fewer than 500 employees. The basic requirements of each Act are set forth below.… Read more

The Pashman Stein Walder Hayden Family Law Group extends our most sincere concern to our clients and colleagues during these difficult times in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. As family matters do not necessarily honor the rules of quarantine, we remain open and fully functioning on a remote basis to address your needs.… Read more

The New Jersey Legislature is currently considering numerous bills in response to the current COVID-19 pandemic. One bill is A3850, which passed in the Assembly on March 16, 2020, and will likely also pass in the Senate very soon. A3850 amends a public body's obligations under the Open Public Meetings Act (OPMA) during a state of emergency. Because this is Sunshine Week and transparency is very important during a crisis, we decided to devote a blog to this pending bill.… Read more

At Pashman Stein Walder Hayden, we are doing everything in our power to closely monitor the evolving situation and to continue to implement appropriate policies and procedures in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.… Read more