On March 19, 2020, California Governor Gavin Newsom issued a safer-at-home order. On March 20,the governor issued additional clarification regarding the scope of activities exempted under the order. This update addresses how most construction is permitted to continue under the California order. Read more.
Illinois “Stay-at-Home” Order Permits Many Categories of Construction to Continue
On March 20, 2020, the Illinois stay-at-home order requires residents to stay at home and limits business activities; however construction work is permitted, including housing, to support essential infrastructure and essential businesses as defined in the order. Read more.
Oregon’s “Stay Home, Save Lives” Order; Construction Is Permitted to Continue
On March 23, 2020, Oregon’s Governor Kate Brown issued a state-wide order, Executive Order No. 20-12, directing Oregonians to stay at home unless engaging in certain activities or working at certain businesses; most construction projects, including residential construction, may continue to operate. Read more.
Responding to COVID-19 Requires an Integrated Approach
Recognizing the high volume of COVID-19 content being published, we developed a one-stop, integrated resource page that addresses key legal and business considerations for companies across essential business areas, from insurance coverage and labor and employment, to privacy and security, corporate governance, tax, construction, supply chain, and more. We offer practical guidance, in checklist format,
Washington’s “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” Order Permits Only Limited Categories of Construction to Continue
On March 23, 2020, Washington’s Governor Jay Inslee, issued a state-wide order requiring all Washingtonians to stay at home unless engaging in essential activities or working in essential business services. Unless exempted, all non-essential businesses were required to cease operations, starting at midnight on March 25, 2020. This update addresses the extent to which the
COVID-19 and Construction Contracts: Considerations for Owners and Developers
Owners and developers with construction projects underway are understandably very concerned about the impact of COVID-19 on the viability of their projects. Even those construction projects permitted to continue under the numerous stay-at-home orders issued across the country potentially face substantial delays and cost increases due to interruptions in the supply chain, lack of availability
COVID-19 and Construction: Initial Steps for Contractors
COVID-19 is expected to have an impact on construction projects across the country. Contractors should consider taking the initial steps outlined in this update. Read More
Real Estate Guidance During the Coronavirus Pandemic
As the coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to spread, we are facing stressful and rapidly changing times trying to combat the pandemic. Our advice to clients is evolving with these changes and generally hinges on issue-specific language.
In this update, we prepared a list of real estate issues that employers, developers, landlords, tenants, and lenders may need
Bay Area COVID-19 Shelter-In-Place Orders Exempt Activities Necessary for Housing Construction
On March 16, 2020, in response to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) global pandemic, seven Bay Area counties issued orders requiring residents to shelter in place and mandating closure of many businesses. These shelter-in-place orders exempt activities necessary for the construction of housing, provided social distancing practices are observed.
Services that support housing construction also may be