CORONAVIRUS / COVID-19 RESOURCE CENTER
Covid -19: To our valued clients and community. We are open, working (remotely) more efficiently and effectively than ever before. We are actively accepting and filing new cases. Please contact us for any issues you think may have arisen during this time, including but not limited to employment related matters. Below, please find a summary of curated coronavirus updates and articles we believe can help you through this trying and confusing time.
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OUR LAWYERS DISCUSS THE CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC
David Angueira – You Still Have Employment Rights During COVID 19
Senior Trial Attorney David Angueira reminds everyone that you still have many legal rights that protect you despite all the confusion and commotion that has been created by the Coronavirus Pandemic.
James Swartz – Healthcare Provider Immunity Law
On April 17, 2020, Massachusetts bill S. 2640 was signed into law by Governor Charlie Baker.
The law provides certain liability protections for the acts or omissions of defined health care professionals, health care facilities and volunteer organizations, occurring during the period of the COVID-19 emergency that was declared on March 10, 2020.
HELPFUL LINKS
In this section we’ve posted important links to local and federal government resources such as unemployment websites, local municipality health departments, news stations, federal government resources sites like the CDC and SBA and national news outlets.
Important Local, Boston & Massachusetts Links & Resources
Massachusetts Residents Covid-19 Screening Website
Local Health Websites
- Massachusetts Department Of Public Health
- Boston Public Health Commission
- Brookline MA, Department of Health
- Newton MA, Department of Health
- Cambridge MA Department of Health
Local Government Official Offices
- Office Of The Governor Of Massachusetts
- Massachusetts Courts Updates
- Massachusetts State Police
- Boston City Hall
Massachusetts Unemployment Resources
- Massachusetts Department of Unemployment
- Massachusetts Unemployment Offices
- Massachusetts Guide to State Services
Local News Outlets
Important National & Federal Links & Resources
Important Federal Government Websites
- Coronavirus Family Relief Bill
- Office Of The White House
- Department of Labor
- Federal Reserve
- Department Of Treasury
- Small Business Administration
- SBA Disaster Relief Application
- Paycheck Protection Loans
- Coronavirus.gov
Important Federal Health Websites
- Centers For Disease Control
- National Institute of Health
- Health Resources & Services Administration
- World Health Organization (International)
National News Websites
CORONA VIRUS RELIEF OPTIONS FROM THE SBA
In addition to traditional SBA funding programs, the CARES Act established several new temporary programs to address the COVID-19 outbreak.
This loan program from the SBA provides loan forgiveness for retaining employees by temporarily expanding the traditional SBA 7(a) loan program.
This loan advance will provide up to $10,000 of economic relief to businesses that are currently experiencing temporary difficulties.
Enables small businesses who currently have a business relationship with an SBA Express Lender to access up to $25,000 quickly.
The SBA is providing a financial reprieve to small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Disclaimer: This section is neither an endorsement or guarantee of success in working with the SBA to secure funding for your business. This is informational only.
STATE & FEDERAL COURTHOUSE LINKS
In this section we’ve posted important links to local and federal courthouse resources so that you can stay informed on what courts are opened and/or closed during the Coronavirus pandemic.
Important Local & Federal Links & Resources
Massachusetts Court Links
- Daily Court Links
- Active Courts
- Mass State Court e-Filing
- MA State Court Announcement and Orders
- Massachusetts Bar Association (MBA)
- Boston Bar Association
Federal Court Links
MORE CORONAVIRUS / COVID-19 RELATED NEWS
Here’s a collection up-to-date news articles and headlines from Boston, Massachusetts, the country and the world, about the Coronavirus pandemic. Check back daily as we’re always updating these articles to bring you informed, all in one place.