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The issues caused by the pandemic have raised an important question for many businesses: Does the COVID-19 global pandemic qualify as a “force majeure” event for purposes of their business contracts?

Given the implications of the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, countless employees across a variety of industries are working remotely. While this allows businesses to remain operational, it can create a number of risks, particularly for those who fail to take the proper precautions.

New York has now introduced legislation intended to force insurers to pay business interruption losses related to COVID-19.

Today, both the U.S. House and President Trump passed and enacted the historic $2 Trillion Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has issued the following guidance in response to the state of emergency declared by the federal government and the need for the transportation industry to support critical infrastructure as it responds to the pandemic.